It has been awhile. So long in fact I don't remember what my user name was. I have been searching the forum looking for information but there is so much to read that I wanted to just join once again and hopefully not miss out by staying away so long.
Let me re-start by telling you we have a Severe Macaw who's name is Lady.
I've owned birds in the past and worked in a pet store for about a year or two back when I was younger. I have always had a love for animals but being a city girl there is only certain types of "pets" that would be better than others. Space, as well as other things are an important factor when owning animals as I'm assure you will agree.
I've rejoined because I feel it would be beneficial for both Lady and I.
I need to get back to the basics and work more often with her. Lady spends her time out of the cage with me more so than my husband, but she will step up onto his hand if he tells her too. We have had her for long enough that if I would of kept working at the basics I could have a closer relationship with her now. Lady doesn't step up for me but she does allow me to pet her head and will take food nicely from my hand. She also enjoys tasting everything she sees me eat or drink. 
I hope by rejoining and reading how so many have successfully became the best caretaker of their babies that Lady and I will have a better relationship. 
