Generally, in this blog, I offer words describing what I have heard from the presence that surrounds us. Today, however, I invite you to listen with your eyes and heart as the presence speaks to you through these images. Listen well, my friends. There is wisdom all around us!
Many believe wisdom is a rare commodity and only rises from deep wells of human thought after years of study and academic discipline. Others experience wisdom as the uncommon ability to see the world as it is, unclouded by too much “book learnin.” But I believe wisdom is a very common part of life in the universe. It is evident to those who have the eyes to see, the ears to hear, and the heart to receive it. How common is it? I experienced several lifetimes of wisdom during a visit to a midwestern zoo last year. Meet the sages of the Cincinnati Zoo, my friends, the Bonobos.
Pappa Bonobo regularly patrols his glass-encased Kingdom, comfortable in knowing that his family is safe and secure in their glass-encased realm.
The young ones explore their world, looking for whatever treasure awaits them!
They meet challenges, solve puzzles, and discover new things to learn!
When it becomes overwhelming, they lean on some shavings and gaze into their tomorrow.
They also make time for a snack to make the day sweeter!
Meanwhile, Mama keeps a watchful eye, celebrating the young ones growing into their lives.
Then, there is the philosopher in the family…
…pondering things too wonderful for words….
… knowing there is more than can ever be understood…
… but able to rest easy, savoring their life’s sweetness in their little Kingdom.
Life is good! It is all about caring for those we love, watching them grow, exploring, questioning, challenging, discovering all our world offers, and then having the time to sit back and ponder.
Would they change things if they could? Probably. But they did not let their desires disturb their lives in their little realm. They live fully and completely in their world. What more can any of us ask out of our days?
Such wisdom comes to those who have grown into their mind, body, and soul! All we must do is stop, look, and listen! (Hint: the occasional snack and nap will help as well.)
Blessings, my friends.
Bob