Saving Lester

[@sallym1171]

Who knew Carl was a Froot Loop guy? 😂 And yes, you are a lifesaver, Jami. That's a brilliant idea!

[@traceysouders9840]

That’s a great idea!!! Moms think of everything. Here is just something I thought about. If you are going to do this each day screw a little piece of plywood to the top of the fence board to rest Carl’s platter on. You will need to cut a hole in the board so the handle will fit down through and big enough around that you can just reach up and spin the platter when you want. Your poor arm has got to be tired. That can be Carl’s personal feeding station.

[@kaseyrigsby-ferree4038]

Great Idea! A lazy susan!!! I am sure you could do that!! I bet Fidel could create/fix sonething like that! (Oh,not throwing Shade on you,Jami, or even Lester for your creativity!)

[@marshafredericksen3163]

It's personal communication with him and a good way to understand his wants and needs. If you change his routine he may have a problem understanding what's going on and needs time to adjust

[@shylahmariebrandt2090]

AWESOME IDEA

[@joy5.030]

One man's trash can lid is another man's gourmet serving tray. Love it!

[@aralnoza]

🤣🤣🤣

[@erinsue5]

Too funny!!

[@heathermain9042]

😆😆

[@TheMsAjr]

❤️

[@high62609]

I love how you added the fruit loops for color. Great idea. Swallow Carl! Please for the love of everything SWALLOW! LOL

[@lindak5954]

Jami: "I wonder how normal people feed their goats?" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

In troughs mostly we did, like what the horses and cows eat out of. Debbie from Texas

[@pattycrouse3234]

Leave it to you Jami to come up with an elegant platter for Carl. Have a wonderful day!!

[@PennelopeWhitmore]

Is there anything she isn't good at?

[@raquelcantu8602]

Jami that was a brilliant idea feeding Carl that way!! Looks like Carl enjoyed everything you put on that platter and it allowed Lester to feed the other babies!!! So awesome!! Love all your videos short or lengthy, love them all!! Thank you for sharing you look amazing and are a beautiful lady. You are inspiring me to eat and get healthy fit!!! YOU ROCK😊🙌❤🙌❤👍🤗❤

[@audiriley2663]

Absolutely

[@pja6988]

Jami your are a chef extraordinaire, that platter left good enough for me to eat it LOL so colorful Carl sure did enjoy it and that was a great plan to keep him occupied so Lester could do the other chores. As you always say “teamwork makes the dream work”.

[@vanessadaugherty4294]

Jami, nail that to a lazy Susan, it’ll spin, oh what a great idea👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 and now you have an idea what Carl doesn’t like! Great idea Jami💖

[@vickeywetzel1062]

Thats one way to feed him and keep Lester safe lol. It worked tho so it was a win!

[@lisapain2182]

Maybe spray his platter with a little water so it goes down his throat easier. So lovely to see him enjoying his food. X

[@morethanmeetstheeye1355]

I was thinking that since the pieces of food are individually so small, he can hold much more in his throat (?) before he has to swallow; unlike the smashed grapes and animal crackers, etc.

[@moda78z]

It’s interesting how Carl doesn’t like males. At the same time he’s doing his mating dance almost every time he sees Lester and Jake. It’s a love/hate relationship, I guess 🤣😂

[@joybledsoe1813]

Could be a power thing- like prison! Just kidding! LOL

[@susanschrader9323]

I think that's a "this is my territory-stay out!" dance.

[@esculapiaxula]

When I was a teenager we lived in a house that had a little pond in the back. There were some wild ducks and one goose. He loved my sisters and I. We could pick him up and bring him into the house, hand feed him. But he was vicious and hated my brothers. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lprince9471]

He dances when he’s happy…I don’t think realizes it’s a dance that he should save for mating

[@teriglad1]

😆

[@debbiecarter2674]

Love that Carl is getting his food without Jan bugging him he sure enjoyed his platter of food

[@pollyandme1759]

That WAS a great idea! Now maybe you'll have to create a way to attach a platter to the fence. It's very possible that you could "belong" to Carl's group and he's protecting you. My boy cat is that way with my husband. He can be up stairs sleeping but as soon as my husband starts talking to me, he runs down and either sits on my lap or sits in between us. They are really not big fans of each other. Ha!

[@traceyboyer8839]

My male cat does that when my female cat tries to sit or lay next to me. He'll squeeze himself between us even if there's only an inch of space. Luckily she doesn't do it very often so he has me all to himself. I'm taking her to the vet today so I'll probably get the cold shoulder from him when we get home. Cats!

[@traceyboyer8839]

I also agree that Carl does see Jami as one of his babies to protect. I wonder how he would view Lex and Connor since they are males but young males.

[@Mommy34567]

They have food bowls that attach to the fence. I think they just prefer to hold it.

[@laurawilliams4772]

I had a dominant male dog, who was very good with people, in general... unless you were dating me. He hated my boyfriends, if they touched me. Now, he loved going out to the park with them. Loved going to their parents home... could spend all day playing with them, until they sat next to me, put their arms around me.... then he would totally change his attitude. He even growled at them.

[@traceyboyer8839]

@@laurawilliams4772 If a man tried to hurt you he probably would have been torn to shreds. Women in abusive relationships need a dog like that! Well they need to get out of the relationship but until they can they need a dog like that!

[@marywilson1442]

That's a woman concerned about her man👩‍❤️‍👨. Good job Jami, you deserve a good shoulder massage💆Tell Lester to get busy LOL 🤗🥰🤪

[@MarieLuvsNate]

Good Morning Jami 🙏 I think this way of feeding Carl, is a brilliant idea. 💡 HUGE win guy's 🏆👏🙌 And I was the same way as you in regards to choking. I cut up my children's food in to bite size pieces probably a lot longer than I should have or needed to. It was a huge fear for me. I liked seeing Janky Jan and Cornholio outside of the fence as well. Janky is just relentless at bothering Carl, while at the same time I worry it stresses Cornholio out. Corny is my dude!! I love that little guy. He and Nate are my favorites. I sometimes wish when you all are updating us or opening gifts and goodies, that you can somehow be near Nate.... so I can see him more. Sorry for seeming selfish. He just is so darn cute and small.

[@dawnduffy1977]

LOVE the sunshine on your face in the very beginning! You’re looking so great Jami! Keep up the good work!! 💗💗💗

[@dolsen1959do]

So cute jamie way to protect lester keeping carl busy

[@donnaelkins186]

Carl is loving his plate full of goodies. Sounds like Lester is having a problem. Love you all God bless.

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

It’s a smorgasbord (variety for food) with a Lazy Susan on ur hand 🤚 lol 😂 👩‍🌾😍🤩☺️ from Debbie in Robinson Texas (down by Waco area)

[@DarleneW1989]

Glad he is eating good! He wants to protect you from Lester hahaha

[@emilybasham5460]

Jami, you are SO awesome with all the animals: the Bigs, the Littles, the Feathered, and the Babies! Surely God has blessed you with a special kind of gentleness that I can't imagine "my farm" without. Thank you for being you; aka the sanctuary's quiet voice of reason. 🤟🏻👦🏼👱🏼‍♀️💞👨🏻‍🦲👨🏻‍🦱🧒🏻👌🏻🐕🐈🐴🐂🐄🐷🐗🐐🦙🐾🦃🐔🐓🐣🐥🦆🌳🍁🍂

[@cheragilbert]

Jami, that was the most Amazing 12+ Minutes Ever. Carl sure was going after the Blue Fruit Loops. But I don’t know if he was actually Eating them or they was flying back out. He sure does love his Meal Worms too. ❤️🙏🏼

[@mildredwhite8497]

Love that little smacking sound he made whenever he got a Fruit Loop in a bite. I think somebody has a sweet tooth!

[@michelesturtevant4187]

Good morning Jami! My youngest who is 9 I always have to tell him chew your food good and swallow before you put anything else in your mouth 🤦‍♀️ he’s in such a hurry to get back outside to play.

[@yvonneiversen8749]

Winner winner bird seed dinner! Jami you are brilliant.

[@marlynngarrett7134]

the opening shot of jami with the sun as a crown was just beautiful. 💗

[@maynewzion2661]

She is beautiful, inside and out. You look great Jami.

[@cindyguerrieri4985]

The sun in your face first part of video was so beautiful. Love your figuring out how to get along with Carl.

[@darcymiller9308]

Great idea Jamie.Carl loves the fruit loops. I wonder if Lester will start missing Carl messing with him during feeding time.lol

[@beckystone7994]

Jami I think Carl really enjoyed his special platter of food and the attention you gave him! Maybe y’all should take a garbage can lid and attach it to a free standing tri-pod made out of 5 ft lumber and just pour your mixture in the lid and let him feed while Lester feeds the babies and everyone would be happy ! Just a suggestion that might save your poor arm! Love y’all ❤️🙏🙋🏻

[@lynncolantuono668]

Good idea, those buckets that attach to the fence you received as gifts would work really well as well.

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

Just put them up higher

[@blindpeopledostuff3587]

They were given food boxes that attached to the fence for him. They were really nice.

[@kimscholtz5621]

Jummy, jummy Mommy 🤣😂🤣Carl has a big appetite. Fruity loops 😘❤️brilliant plan 💡💡Jami 👏👍👏

[@theresauhlenhake3822]

Smart move Jami that worked great. Now if it works everyday Love Carl and all the babies. Have a good day

[@suzanndarby5509]

Very smart Jami !!! Carl really enjoyed his dinner with you serving it to him! Kinda surprised it took him awhile to eat !! Lester fed everyone that was amazing, safe and kinda boring just kidding. Glad Lester and the babies were safe and no Jankie Jan that was another smart move! Who needs Rick you have learnt the behavior of your babies and made it safe for feeding time! Now if the piggies were such piggies with there oatmeal but even tonight they weren’t too l🐶🐷🐮🐽🐣🐧🐤🦆🐥🐴🐖🐄🦙🐕🐓🦃🐂🐃oud screaming and fighting for oatmeal ! Love you ❤️🙏🐐🐔

[@suzannebarnes3438]

Carl needs his tray attached to a lazy Susan so Jami’s arm doesn’t twist off! Good choices but maybe some greens and fruit also.

[@bonnielooseswank6803]

Carl sure loves being fed like that ! Doesn't Carl like Lester around when he is eating ? I haven't seen Carl hiss at Lester in a long time. 👍🏻🤗😘

[@caseywoodbury3412]

You folks have given Carl a perfect life. His plumage is coming back, he loves the farm and all the babies and friends, I think Carl is perfectly content. Thank you.

[@DONNABROWN1959]

I laughed so HARD when you put the froot loops on the TRAY!! Such a great idea, Jami!! You are not a threat to Carl, that’s why he’s eating so well for you. I love you guys! You are so ingenious! Both of you! Blessings!! ❤️❤️

[@trinakarr771]

So glad to see Carl being fed away from the gate. Good plan!

[@terryjenna4494]

Good morning from NH🍁🍁🍎🍎🐿️🥰 you are a genius Jami😁 nothing like a smorgasbord for breakfast 💕

[@slm3913]

Oh yay! Big birds also like fruit like melon, cucumbers, sunflower, and even fresh broccoli. Carl is doing so good. You are right. Most goats eat in a long trough. The pigs also eat out of a dish that is their own. Love watching Carl eating and enjoying his dinner. Happy that Lester was able to feed the others without Carl chasing him and causing havoc. LOL Love y'all.

[@msmarycat5681]

Great idea,Jamie!⚘Good bonding time for Carl.🥰

[@jenniferestwin5814]

Carl is a momma boy❤️Thank you for giving Carl a loving home 🙏God bless you all 😊😊😊😊

[@tracystoll4917]

Good idea, although Lester could have fed the littles before Carl even knew he was in the pasture, he was out back and took awhile for him to come up while you called him. The can lid was great idea. Always thinking of better ways!👍

[@Elizabeth-aka-Pippi]

It's smart to know where Carl is in the pasture before entering it. Don't you remember what happened to Jake?

[@tracystoll4917]

@@Elizabeth-aka-Pippi agreed, but Lester had Jamie with him on look out! Jake was alone.

[@deanaboswell4435]

Jami I believe you are brilliant yes ma'am brilliant lol. He is chomping down like a gangster at a bbq . Idk just sounded good 😂.I love Carl he is such a neat ostrich with a whole lot of personality. Thing's are definitely diffrent since he has arrived but in a good way. I love the fact that all the littles have such a giant protector that could kick the shucks out of something / someone if needed. I still love adorable Annie & Ernie & pig Trudy to. Well wait a sec I love all the babies. Just the protectors are super special..

[@theresarobinson9231]

Genius! Good thing his hunger was stronger than his curiosity as to what Lester was doing. Great job, Jami! 😄🥳

[@cassieob9760]

Jami, you are a genius. What a great idea for keeping Carl occupied while Lester feeds the littles. Lester needs to install some sort of clamps to the fence to keep the platter in place so that you don't have to hold it. You seem to be the bird whisperer because all of the feathered babies just seem to love you to pieces, but Lester not so much. LOL Thank you so much for making this vlog featuring Carl. I know some would prefer vlogs about the other furry, feathered babies but I'm addicted to watching Carl. He is so much fun to watch, especially when he's chasing Lester or Jake.

[@kelleystauble7770]

Jami you are simply amazing! The sanctuary would not be the same without you🌹

[@rondaboze4622]

Good morning Jami and Lester love the way you two are always working together 👍it takes a village to raise a child and y'all have over a hundred kids to take care of every day. 24 hours a day 7 days a week. 365 days a year ❤️👍kuddos to the both of you guys for all the time, love, dedication, devotion, blood, sweat and tears that you put into the sanctuary each and every day ❤️ It takes teamwork, respect, and lots of love to make it all work. Thank you for everything you do and for sharing all of it with us daily and making me a part of your family. Much love to you all from Hartman Arkansas 💕❤️🥰💕❤️🥰💕❤️🥰

[@cindywest9773]

That was hilarious Jamie. 😂 I would bet that Carl loved getting his own food, not being chased by Jan and has a full belly now. Definitely a win for you, Lester and Carl!!

[@laceyerickson1262]

Jami!! I learned that ostrich will collect food in the crop at the top of their throat until there is a large enough lump to slide down. 😃😃😃💜💜😍🥰

[@cullenandkericaldwell5951]

I’m here in Georgia, sitting in my recliner, sipping sweet iced tea, watching an Ostrich eat from a trashcan lid in high definition. I feel like I’m there with you Jami and I have a big smile on my face the whole time. And yes after observing Carl’s behavior sometimes I think he thinks you’re one of the Littles.

[@lorenevanoverbeke7856]

What a Great idea Jamie! Carl loved it. I think he likes te fruit loops. Lol... was a Great video!

[@louellalittle8057]

Good morning Jami! Nice a gourmet meal for Carl😂🤣😂 and he loves it!

[@thecreatedaddict9793]

And this is why God made man AND woman! Love you guys thanks for making days so much easier!

[@rhondahale5952]

I know you're arm got tired but I am glad you were watching him to make sure he was swollen his food you are good Jamie thank you for all you do for your babies God bless you

[@katya4802]

You are bloody brilliant!! And, yup, you were saying it right.😁 Nail one of those there to the top of the fence. Then you can just bucket everything and dump it in. Then you would just have to stand there.

[@annettekalimuddin6963]

He is so beautiful!! I love watching your videos with him and all of his antics. He is the combination of Annie and Ringo of the ostrich family.

[@mariebissette6192]

Best way to heal a fractured kneecap thank you Jamie cakes once again big smile big hug

[@bethaselner71]

Score: Jami 1 Karl 0 .... he's like a little kid that you have to be 2 steps ahead of at all times. Love how you folks never give up on staying ahead of him to help him or the other babies to give them their best life. 👌

[@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862]

It’s Carl with a C lol 😂😎

[@nancyandrews8891]

@@debbiecozortakalonghornmom1862 I'm sure Carl has been spelled or called worse.. LOL

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Carl..Carl..Carl..Lester calls his buddy. 👍😂🤣👏 Happy hands. That trash can lid works well. 👏👍 Carl seems very happy. Thank you for sharing this video with us 👍🇨🇦😊

[@cindyfolts5493]

Jami, next time you need to wear safety goggles for protection, and I love cheese too.🤣🤣❤️

[@cathyking328]

Good morning Jami it looks like Carl is enjoying his platter

[@roxannabloom1540]

Great idea! Lester was able to get into the pasture without being attacked by Carl. You're a genius!

[@karenspitzer7416]

WIN WIN For Jami and Carl. Work smarter not harder. Yeah helped Lester too. LoL 🤣

[@maryfike3158]

Excellent idea but to save ur arm lol ya should make Carl his own feeding station high up like that @ like the corner of the fence! 💡 🤔

[@Mommy34567]

They have feeder that attach to the fence.

[@suethompson9481]

That Carl is such an aggressive eater. Your ideal of feeding Carl where Lester could get the feed out for the littles. Was great. But Carl was still interested in what Lester was doing.

[@itsjustme.7059]

Yeah he had him in his peripheral vision.

[@marybethkolesar5918]

A great way to keep Carl busy. He didn’t care what Lester was doing

[@brigitteh3624]

Loving the “Carl Charcuterie” idea!!! He so fancy now 💙😂💙

[@dianebremer845]

I loved your way if feeding him !! And I did giggle every time he would eat a fruit loop!! Way to go!❤️

[@peggyp3517]

Jami asks, “I wonder how normal people feed their goats?” 🤣🤣 Well, I noticed Paw Paw feeds his goats in a stationary wooden trough. You guys could use a really, really long one, perhaps built by sister Kim or Fidel 🤣. Then all the goats and alpaca would be in one area while feeding up oatmeal for the pigs across the pasture. And of course Carl could have his own tray perched on a fence post. Bon appetit!

[@dianacox2293]

Way to go Jami. Great idea to feed Carl. Carl I love fruit loops too, but my blood sugars don't. Great way to keep Carl occupied so Lester could feed.

[@pamelahouser3487]

Jami, Carl wants you all to himself at feeding time. Have that camera on ME, only! This is oh so good…and I do not want Lester near us…you are mine only.

[@sherrymay5243]

Perhaps you could build feeding troughs next to the fence so you could feed them over the fence without needing to go into the pasture.

[@nancyandrews8891]

WOW You Did Good Jami. Carl has stretched his stomach !! I don't think Carl has room for water now.... LOL.. As always a great Video.. Love & Hugs, Nancy

[@lalousiane7118]

Carl did good & this was a great idea. Jami, I heard baby chicks when you were getting his food. I hope you show us soon. I love babies. 💜🙋‍♀️🙏👍

[@gloriajbeall1194]

Great idea, worked fine. Carl likes your calming voice too. Win for everyone!

[@morethanmeetstheeye1355]

She is the feather whisperer for sure!

[@stevie4641]

Oh, Jami! The trash can lid with the super handy 'holder' on the underside! How ingenious! And to set it up like a lovely charcuterie board for Carl is so sweet. Love you guys!💕

[@monshericreativecreationscdn]

JAMI/LESTER: Ostriches have a neck pouch (sorta like many birds have a crop) to hold food in their neck. They have a glandular stomach which is called the proventricculus. When there is a big enough mass of food in the proventricculus, it will then slide down their long throat into the part of the stomach called a ventriculus. So you don't need to worry about him choking on the food in his neck. 😊 💜 from Alberta 🇨🇦

[@danielleschnoberger4670]

The Fruit loops cracked me up. What a feast for Carl and variety of goodies for him. I love watching the pig's eat the oatmeal. I got a Roku Streaming stick today. It was forty dollars. On sale. I've only had 31 channels for a few years now I think it's been.

[@jmcgovern6454]

It would be so cool to see Carl eat in slow motion. I’m fascinated by his ability to find his favorite food and how he tears into it. He moves so fast though.

[@presouz5]

Those three little buttons in the upper right hand corner you can press on them and play at .25 speed perfect slow Mo I guess I’m gonna go do that right now

[@jmcgovern6454]

@@presouz5 OMG that’s awesome 👏🏼 thanks for the tutorial. The slowest speed is mind blowing how much food goes in Carl’s gob.

[@sharonfoster4523]

Carl has his very own lazy Susan good thinking Jami

[@patnGibranonelove]

Perfect feeding tray! Love it! Holds up well to Carls crazy fast eating habits. LOL

[@karenberry3128]

Brilliant idea and even better resilience with your shoulder. Well done. Carl is a ladies man. 💗

[@almaberthelson6139]

Brilliant idea Jamie! Watching Carl eat with gusto is making me laugh! 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeanmuse2005]

That was some smart thinking. Way to go!

[@lifewith3boys560]

I love Carl, he is such a character 😍

[@lenoresage6636]

Plus so nice of you. Never seen him so happy and Jan can’t bother him.

[@theresahickscch6581]

Jami, that was quite a charcuterie platter! I’m impressed! Carl is totally enjoying his dinner and Lester is unscathed; win-win!! Poor guy is so hungry.

[@motherofdragons5287]

Who thought of Carl of being a glutton?

[@bette2078]

Looking great Jamie? So pretty!

[@AnnemieM]

I know how you can feed your animals quickly and efficiently. You can build a long animal troff out of tree long planks of wood. Leave it open on either end so you can wash it out if needed. That will save you a huge amount of work. As for Carl, you can make him a separate little table mounted on a long post. Problem solved. 💕

[@pamelaamonette4484]

What a big brain move, Good on you Jami😍💗

[@mimallen8386]

Wow what a great idea Jami. Carl sure does love his Fruit Loops ! He had a gourmet meal tonight!

[@georgiaharris1976]

Jami, u might need safety goggles to feed Carl his tray with the way he attacks his food! Food debris is flying! 🥸😂🤦‍♀️

[@suepeck3943]

Well now that was fun. Carl doesn't earn any points for being a dainty eater thats for sure! 🤣 He started to slow down there after a few mins...food wasn't flying all over the place..lol. I sure hope that things settle and y'all can resume being in the pastures without having to worry how Carl is going to react. Thanks for this time together Jami.♥️ 💚💚

[@lauriedean72]

Great idea, Jami! Carl is the "Big Galoot" of the feathered babies lol

[@reneecrowle9383]

Carl really is a beautiful bird. Look at his feather color.

[@jodiedavis7623]

Y'all are the best!! I just love your page. Keep doing what you're doing. This world needs more people like you.

[@1970AliAli]

Innovation at its finest! 👍🙋‍♀️

[@karenriback942]

Carl's not angry...he's enthusiastic. It is going to his crop. It is normal for a bird to fill their crop before they swallow. Lester, get a handful of Carl's favorite treats. Fist bump him. Then turn your hand over and let him eat the treat out of your hand.

[@christinecrowley7132]

Now that what love really looks like. Lucky Lester.