We just had the most amazing thing happen. As those here who have known us for a long time know, 'Chopper had been the alpha until just about a week ago. Also, you will recall that she has a blue hair ornament, designed for holding back quantities of thick hair, which she can slip both on and off by herself as a collar and proudly wear. Well, today we had Spot and Meeteete (the new alpha) visiting her and when we later went to take out Meeteetse there was Blue Collar -- on Meeteetse's neck! Not only that, but this ferret who normally is not one to relish a collar showed it off -- I swear she looked proud! The only thing we can think is that it's The Blue Collar of Power. Watch out those of you who respect crowns; there's a new mantle of authority in this world. Sukie [Posted in FML issue 2259]