"You two can cross.
But for the birds, I need
three copies of form 632BX.
Paperwork from a
veterinarian, including
names of all species and
their nationalities ... "
The Great Bird Circus is plenty excited for their chance to perform for the governor. After an evening performance, with musical help from Paloma, they all need a good sleep. In the morning, they are up and eager to begin their journey. Their travels through the mountains are suddenly brought to a halt when they meet up with a border agent. The humans are welcome; the birds are not, unless they have a long list of forms filled out and presented to him.
The fact that the governor is waiting for their performance holds no weight with the officious guard. The troupe will not pass until required papers are handed over. What to do? What to do?
Paloma has an ingenious inspiration! The two release the birds, and freely cross the border. Once they have passed, the guard notices shadows on the ground of birds flying overhead. It takes him no time to realize he has been bamboozled! The birds fly straight back to the caravan and happily return to their cages until ....
Paloma, you are a shrewd one!
Kids will love it, and you will as well.
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