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    Secret Santa 2019 Official Discussion Thread

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    This the first pet I’ve ever lost so its hit especially hard. Zeus was a Borneo leaf turtle, who was actually a girl but no one knew that when I got him so I had been calling Zeus a “he” for roughly 10 years before I could figure out that I was wrong (it is very hard to determine the gender of many species of turtles by sight) and I never could switch back to she. My mom is allergic to fur and dander so we couldn’t have most pets growing up, though my sister had fish occasionally. In 4th grade I fell in love with turtles and I received Zeus as a surprise present for my 10th birthday. I had the joy of his company for just shy of 29 years. He was a very picky eater but he would do just about anything for a nice ripe strawberry. Many people (not my family, husband or good friends though) seem to find it odd that I’m so broken up over a turtle, I guess they don’t think it’s an easy animal to bond with, maybe since you can’t cuddle them, but he had such a personality and he definitely knew me from every one else. He would come out of his shell to listen to me talk and he would even eat out of my hand. In nice weather I would take him out and let him wander the back yard and get some fresh air and sunlight while I read a book on a blanket. The only things that have been a part of my life longer than Zeus are my parents and sister, that’s literally it.

    This week I’ve been extra thankful that my relationship with my husband brought his handsome dog Oreo into my life as he has been a source of comfort since losing Zeus. Thank you so much Reinholt1 for asking about Zeus, talking about him just now actually helped just a little.

    Thanks everyone also for letting me hijack this thread temporarily too. I just love how wonderful and caring all the people are on this forum. Im reminded regularly how glad I am to have found this GD family. I promise to let the thread get back to its regularly scheduled programming of happy thoughts and fun surprises though. Blessings to you all.

    I had a pet turtle growing up too because my dad was allergic to every other kind of animal. Turtles have their own unique personalities and you can definitely form a bond with one. I don’t think a lot of people would realize that if they haven’t owned one. My turtle loved when I talked to him. I’m so sorry to hear about Zeus. :(
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