Frank is still going through a terrible molt. Just when I think he can't look any worse, he goes ahead and does it! I've tried twice to take more pictures, but stopped trying since 1) for some reason, my camera won't focus on him (!?!); and 2) I don't want to stress him out too much. The Finsters don't mind at all if I open the big door to give them food, but they still get upset when I take pictures. Maybe it's that annoying flash. Frank and Sally are particularly skittish. Frank is already under stress going through the molt, I don't want to stress him out more with the camera, so: no photos. Take my word for it, although he's finally on the upswing, he still looks terrible.

However, at 9 am EDT, April 17, 2003, Frank sang his Hunka Hunka Burning Love song. Twice. This means he's finally feeling a little better. Good news! He's also stopped sleeping on his nest box all the time, and has started messing with my head by standing on one foot. (Is that an owie on that foot, Frank? Let me look at you....)