How Do They Survive?

I watched a squirrel and a groundhog scurry across the lawn. Now that spring has arrived, they frolic freely under the warmth of the sun. I don’t know how they survived the winter, especially when temperatures dipped below freezing. Fur helps, but it has to feel pretty chilly with just a hole to hide in. Spring must be one of the best times of the year for animals—the freezing cold has ended and the scorching heat has yet to come.  Animals—and people—can survive incredible conditions. Listen to this extraordinary story:

                             http://youtu.be/jLr15BBBtrc

I wonder what Anna’s doing now. No doubt she emerged from that experience with a new outlook on life. Sometimes it takes a traumatic event to jar us into seeing the future in a new light. What if you tossed away the emotional baggage that holds you back? Your life might change in amazing ways. What first steps can you take to move forward today?    

 

Footprints in the Snow

What’s lurking around the corner? The last time it snowed, I spotted a number of tiny footprints dotting our driveway. I can’t tell which animals visited us during the night; one set of prints looked like they belonged to a small mammal, perhaps a fox? We can usually tell when a skunk’s visited, for some reason they feel the need to leave a stinky calling card. Since we seem to live along Deer Crossing Highway, I’m surprised I didn’t see deer tracks from a passing herd.

Did I mention the collision I witnessed? A deer charged across the street and ran smack-dab into a passing car. I’ll spare you the details, not a pretty sight. The interesting point is that two deer were paling around. Both got spooked; one ran away from the street and the other ran into it. The rest is history, a brutally short history for one of them. Be careful who you follow.  Here’s more insight:                

 

http://youtu.be/xpVGDors1C4

 

What a great thought for the week. As we end one year and look forward to setting new goals for the next year, it’s worthwhile to reflect on what’s worked well in the past and what we can do better to improve on in the future. What will get you to your destination? As you consider how you’ll reach your goals for the year, it’s good to have a plan. Whose footsteps might you follow?

 

  

Where Is The Voice?

 What does the fox say? That’s the title of a crazy music video that’s gone viral. If you check out the video, you’ll hear the fox say a bunch of gobbledygook, but that hasn’t stopped people from listening. Two Norwegian brothers created the song for fun, but nobody laughed during the initial performance. The brothers say their song is nonsense, but it does offer a cultural message. The poor fox isn’t assigned a sound, and like our marginalized populations, often goes unheard. Despite the world’s social injustices, thank goodness brave people still speak out.  Take a look:

                                             http://youtu.be/1HxU-nfRsKk

How do we multiple multiply that level of kindness around the world? Despite being shot in the head for supporting the education of females, teen-aged Malala continues to represent a message of change, peace and reconciliation. We’re all passionate about an issue or charity. Here’s a chance to champion your cause. What do you say?