After years in the racing industry and likely as a breeding bird, Meemaw has finally discovered what it means to be treasured simply for being herself. This dignified senior lady came to us as a bird who had given everything to an industry that ultimately discarded her when she was no longer deemed "profitable." When her former owner decided she had exhausted her usefulness, Meemaw was abandoned to fend for herself—a cruel fate for a domesticated bird who had spent her life serving human interests. By some stroke of fortune that can only be described as divine timing, Meemaw was discovered and brought into rescue before the elements or predators could claim her. The transformation we've witnessed since her arrival speaks volumes about the resilience of these remarkable birds and their capacity for forgiveness. Meemaw made it abundantly clear that she has strong opinions about her plans for retirement. When offered the opportunity to live in our small aviary with other pigeons, she politely but firmly declined this arrangement. With the wisdom that comes from a life fully lived, Meemaw knows exactly what she wants in her golden years: the comfort of human companionship and all the luxuries of indoor living. Meemaw has embraced her status as a pampered house pigeon with a charming enthusiasm that belies her age. She approaches each soft blanket, each plush bed with an almost reverent appreciation, as if she can scarcely believe such comforts exist. There is something profoundly moving about watching her settle into a cozy pile of blankets, her eyes half-closing in contentment as she finally experiences the gentleness she has always deserved. Meemaw moves through her days with the unhurried pace of one who has nothing left to prove, taking time to savor simple pleasures: a patch of sunlight streaming through a window, the perfect spot for an afternoon nap, or the gentle sound of a familiar human voice. The ideal guardian for Meemaw would be someone who understands that they're not just adopting a pet, but honoring a life of hardships by providing the peaceful retirement this remarkable bird deserves.