Our Other Pets


Gippy

In the spring of 2003, Sarah got Gippy the Guinea Pig from a friend. He's a nice pet. Loves blueberries and makes cute squeaking noises when he wants attention.

Mr Bellamy and Friend

For Sarah's 16th birthday, her friends got her a goldfish in a big jar. They'd called me earlier and asked if it was OK. I wasn't keen on it. Her friends told me the fish would be easy to take care of. I gave in. But what I read online suggested the fish really would need more than a big jar to thrive in. So next thing you know, we bought a complete aquarium set-up for some $50. Mr. Bellamy seems happier in his much bigger space. How do I know? I just do.

Tommy (in back) and Jonny

Beth decided she wanted some fish too. So oh well, why not. A complete set-up for her two. She has two fish. Whereas Mr Bellamy has stayed about the same size, Tommy and Jonny have grown huge since we first got them. They seem happy. How do I know? Don't ask.


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© 2004 by Chip Ross
Associate Professor of Mathematics
Bates College
Lewiston, ME 04240