Lamar

A few weeks ago, a crow came by and started trying to get Carl's attention by peering in at him through the window while he worked. He thought it was amusing and took a picture. Little did we know at the time, but that crow would become very special to our family!

Not long after coming to the window, the crow came back and landed in the yard by Preston. Preston fed him some pizza and the two became fast friends. The crow even let Preston pet him and pick him up! It was so bizarre and definitely unlike anything we had ever seen before.

The crow continued to visit each morning and we soon started calling him Lamar, after Louisville hometown hero and current Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Lamar Jackson. We learned some good foods to feed him and he will now eat directly from our hands. He is super smart and enjoys playing games like fetch and tug-of-war with sticks and leaves. He especially loves shiny things like spoons, but he will also play with lids, small bowls, golf balls, etc. If he is nearby, Lamar will come when you clap your hands and call him! He will even go on walks with us! He lets lots of us pet him and will even hop up and sit on our laps.

We have found that Lamar visits other families on the street, where he is also called Larry and Poe. He enjoys different snacks at different houses. Sam's family feeds him cat food, Robbie's family feeds him grapes and toast, and Max's family feeds him cereal. At our place, he enjoys unsalted peanuts, softened dog treats, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, apples and bananas. He also likes pancakes, but those are a special treat!

Although Lamar is super friendly with many people, he and Preston seem to have a special bond. Preston talks about Lamar to anyone that will listen and Lamar seems to be especially drawn to Preston. Lamar has made many virtual friends as well, as I have been posting pictures and videos online. Everyone enjoys our special friend.

Preston and Lamar are good buddies.

Lamar enjoyed watching Preston play video games on my old phone. 

Lamar wanted to help Preston with his school work!

Lamar plays with all sorts of "toys."

I have grown very fond of Lamar. I enjoy feeding him and playing with him, but petting him is my favorite.

Lamar loves puddles. He likes to play in them and will use rocks and other objects as "pool toys."

Lamar loves apples!

Flat Cardinal visited from Chancey Elementary School. He enjoyed playing with Preston and Lamar.

Lamar likes shiny things. He found a dime and brought it to Preston.