Ben was just starting to wake up when I called, so I get to go get him in an hour. Yay!

I’ll talk with the vet then and get marching orders.

I am somewhat relieved. I’ll be more relieved when I’m sure this has helped!

Just spotted a male goldfish who’s obviously starting to molt for mating season–most of him is still olive drab, but he’s got a little bib of bright gold feathers. Lot of hardship visitors on the feeder today mostly the mixed sparrows, who only seem to come to the feeder when it’s cold or wet out. I’m sure if I had a heated birdbath, I’d get a lot more, but I haven’t quite gotten to that stage yet, and since Ben’s mouth is costing me $600, they may have to wait a little longer…

ETA: Goldfinch! FINCH! Not fish. Blargh…