Squirrels Are Us

Build it and they will come, desert or forest.  Squirrels are us.

Bubba’s and Ruby’s Baby

Ok there is some good news and bad news to update from the Permafrost Ranch.  The picture above is of a baby squirrel that is Rubys and was in the shed when we cleaned it out.  It’s Bubba’s offspring and now we know why Ruby was so hard on Bubba this winter.  She had babies in there. Now, the one we are calling Ruby was in my opinion,  the squirrel we were calling Pudge earlier this last spring who was pregnant.  The other baby must have accidently got killed in the shed when some stuff fell over, we found it there as we were cleaning it out.  As far as Bubba himself.  I’ve not seen him lately but I’ve been very busy and have not really been watching for him.  Other bad news is “Elvis” our oldest little wiener dog died Sunday afternoon.  It was a bitter sweet day already that then just became sadder.  It was the last day all the kids, with the grandkids would be with us together on the old Permafrost Ranch.  Old Elvis decided he couldn’t take it anymore I guess and passed away.  It really made the day and goodbyes so much harder.  I’m still kind of depressed from it.  Needless to say, I can’t take the time to really reflect upon these changes they are happening so fast as we still are trying to get everything ready for our departure.  I’ll keep you all updated as the time presents itself.

Some time the creator and our ancestors speak through others to reach us.  I believe this is one of those moments.  The below was sent to me by a friend, just as I’m searching through my mind to make the right decisions.  The path we follow on the road is intersected by many others, and if we are still enough to listen.  The wisdom is revealed in the beauty of the world.

Squirrel Medicine

Native Americans considered all living beings as brothers and sisters that had much to teach including squirrels. These small creatures taught them to work in harmony with the cycles of nature by conserving for the winter months during times when food was plentiful. In our modern world, squirrels remind us to set aside a portion of our most precious resources as an investment in the future. Though food and money certainly fall into this category, they are only some of the ways our energy is manifested. We can conserve this most valuable asset by being aware of the choices we make and choosing only those that nurture and sustain us. This extends to the natural resources of our planet as well, using what we need wisely with the future in mind.

Saving and conservation are not acts of fear but rather affirmations of abundance yet to come. Squirrels accept life’s cycles, allowing them to face winters with the faith that spring will come again. Knowing that change is part of life, we can create a safe space, both spiritually and physically, that will support us in the present and sustain us in the future. This means not filling our space with things, or thoughts, that don’t serve us. Without hoarding more than we need, we keep ourselves in the cyclical flow of life when we donate our unwanted items to someone who can use them best. This allows for mor e abundance to enter our lives, because even squirrels know a life of abundance involves more than just survival.

Squirrels use their quick, nervous energy to enjoy life’s adventure. They are great communicators, and by helping each other watch for danger, they do not allow worry to drain them. Instead, they allow their curious nature to lead the way, staying alert to opportunities and learning as they play. Following the example set by our squirrel friends, we are reminded to enjoy the journey of life’s cycles as we plan and prepare for a wonderful future, taking time to learn and play along the way.