Wow, you've had so many dogs and cats and birds. That's incredible. They were all so fortunate that you cared for them so much.I am sorry though that you had such a traumatic time with your family. That's very sad bobby.
I don't know if my life has been all that exciting, but I am happy that I've seen a lot of places. I had way too much loss and sadness in my childhood and young adult years and I think that contributed to my need to always be on the move. I can never settle although I'd rather like to find the perfect place and settle now. Thing is, I think that there is no "perfect" place unless we are at peace with the world and happy and healthy.