THE EARLY MORNING SPRING WALK

Cooler than anticipated for April spring weather , an early morning walk invigorates and starts the day. Birds singing. A pair of Canada Geese resting and nesting! Police returning to the station for a change of shift. Workers going to work at the bus stop. Streets with few cars! Love it! The beginning of  new possibilities. Time to think. Time to observe. Time to listen to the sounds of the local environment. Not just exercise but a time for reflection!

BIRDS OF A FEATHER FLOCK TOGETHER

In this case, they are actually Canada Geese. As a group, they take turns being the leader and the follower. They mate for life and always come back to the same area to nest. They have habits. They protect their own. Is it hard for them to share the follower role, if they would really like to be the leader all the time? Humans are not always good followers. It takes courage to be a leader unless you are a dictator. In the workplace, province, country and even your own home, it is a role that can invite lots of criticism. There are not always lots of thank yous. In family groups, regardless of the age, one child may be more of a leader. It can cause great resentment from others. Trying to be a peacemaker takes great energy! Trying to respect everyone's opinion even if one's opinion is constantly challenged takes patience! Sometimes I would like to be that goose and just flock off- leaving my troubles behind!! Do you like being a leader? A follower? Or do you just like to criticize?