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I live in Sacramento, California and have always attracted injured or lost birds, so I'm volunteering my time at the Wildlife Care Facility in the aviary nursery, to help feed tiny babies. The facility cares for all kinds of birds until they are ready to be released back into the wild. I'm told that facilities all across the country are filled with hungry babies through the summer months. I consider myself a steward of this beautiful planet and all its creatures. I find strength and meaning through experiencing the interconnectedness with all life, and acting on its behalf.

Monday, July 21, 2008

I went for a day hike up in the Sierras yesterday and came upon this sign posted along the trail. I was amazed to learn about a little bird called a Dipper that spends most of its life in and around the banks of rivers, never wandering too far into the forest. But, the most amazing thing about this little bird is that it dives under the water and walks along the bottom of the river turning over rocks looking for food. And I thought I knew a lot about birds! I'm reminded of my favorite word when I learn about a creature I never knew existed ~ wonder ~ Ah, Mother Nature is truly magnificent!

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