“Do you realise winter is approaching? We need to stock up our food reserves .” says Fluffy.
“ I think we can manage for the week Fluffy .”
“ Just think. will that last for the long winter months ?” asks Fluffy
“You have a point there , but where will we store our reserves ? “ enquires Duffy .
“Simple ! ! We hide them at different locations in the garden and the bark of trees.” answers Fluffy .
“Another concern is the scarcity of our food type ; buds , fruit and nuts will not be easily seen in the winter days .” worries Duffy .
“Oh Duffy , do you see the bird feeder this human family keeps replenishing ? Let’s try getting some of that . “
“ Listen Fluffy, that feeder can be difficult to reach . It’s meant for birds only .”
“ That’s no problem .I’ll show you the way. You remain on the ground below the feeder .”
So Fluffy went to the top of the wooden frame and accessed the feeder by descending downwards . He began feeding on the bird food . Duffy waited below for any feed dropping on the floor.
“Listen Fluffy. I have an idea. Chew onto the string holding the feeder and let the feeder fall . Then we can have a feast .”
Fluffy chewed the string and down came the feeder. They both enjoyed the feed .
Now what happened next is interesting .
The family took time to restore the feeder to its original position and thus ended the squirrels adventure.
Fluffy and Duffy resumed their search for food in berries , flower buds , and nuts.
They both realised that it’s always good to
‘Save for the times when there may be scarcity .’ ( the saying commonly used – save for a rainy day or the wintry days ! )
The bird feeder provided food for that day , and depended on the compassion of the human family to restore and replenish it.
The trees beckon me as I walk pass them . I noticed one tree with leaves well marked and serrations at its edges . I picked one and walked further . How about the new leaves , I thought ,which looked appealing . I returned to pluck the little fresh leaves and walked home .
Aging of life struck me . Just as man ages so does all life . However the life lived is important. Have you noticed the old leaf has a few tears , may be due to the weather . It has good markings and well shaped . Of the Young leaves , one looks good while the other has tears.
Environment has an impact on the life of the tree and its leaves . How does the tree adjust to the strong winds , heat and even polluted atmosphere? There will be some wear and tear when it is exposed to such weather. Good rains and a good environment will help the growth of this tree .
In mankind, our lives get affected by our surroundings and our adaptation to them. Whether young or old , how one lives is important.
Do I live a life of moderation or one in the fast lane ? I am sure you will know the effect of either .
Wear and tear can occur at any time, irrespective of age . The day we are born , one begins to age ….however one can live a full life with grace from God. Facing the challenges of life become easier.
In autumn, leaves begin to change colour . There is beauty even when a leaf ages . It’s colour can be very attractive.
Inner beauty gets reflected on the outside in a person , no matter the age.
Jesus helps to live a full life .
He says ‘ The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full.’ (John 10:10)
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