Making the right decision ….

In a message dated 10/30/2006 6:13:22 PM Eastern Standard Time, bluehonu@… writes: Yes, and I hope that for mine. These are almost like open wounds …raw looking and deep, but they are not bloody looking anymore and the skin is turning a normal (if that’s the word for it) “scar tissue” white instead of nasty slimy white. So I assume they are healing and they do look and act a LOT better than when it first set in. These turtles are by far the most pleasant little guys I have had the opportunity to work with. My others are fun too but, in spite of the extra care, work and issues we are starting out with, I am looking forward to a beautiful relationship with them! Every time my friend goes to NYC, I have him check the meat markets in Chinatown for terrapins … haven’t found any yet, thank heavens!! I was amazed at the cost factor of setting these guys up and getting everything they needed compared to my other turtles. I was glad I saved them from the pots, but then wondered if I had made the right decision. When I look at them swimming in their tank watching me, I know I made the right decision. 🙂 They are so happy and full bellied. I don’t regret anything I have had to do for them. So I guess I just feel bad for them when they are sick! 🙁 But I know with patience and diligence they will heal and be fine. Thanks for the kind words and understanding. You guys are the ones who are patient with ME!! LOL! Ang