Turkey

November 25, 2009 One of the presidential turkeys

So, this turkey (either Carolina or Courage) was pardoned by the President. And now, the bird and friend shall go live somewhere for the rest of his/her life, possibly at Disneyland? I don't really understand. I wonder what the selection process to pardon a turkey is. Does this mean the White House will not be having turkey for dinner? Or just not these turkeys? Also, I wonder if the birds experience ear-popping on the plane. Is it painful? Does the same go for small dogs and children, of which I saw many at the airport?

Turkeys are kind of cute. Makes me feel bad for the one that will be baking in the oven tomorrow.