Frog Learnin'

Learning opportunities never cease and nature continues to be a good teacher.  My garden pond, now with several kinds of frogs adopted from the local international supermarket's meat department, has been a very good place to observe, ponder, and meditate.  The frogs provide endless entertainment and lessons.

Things I have learned from the frogs in my pond

When danger is present, dive to the bottom of the pond; get as far away as you can.

Burying your head does not make you safe.  You could still be nabbed by "the enemy".

When danger is too close to run from, sit perfectly still and blend in.

Wait patiently for dinner to arrive.  It may land unsuspectingly right next to you.

Smile.  It puts others in good spirits and it may boost your own.

Use your back legs and kick like heck when you need to get away.

Communicate with your loved ones.

Pay attention to where you are going or you might invade some else's space.

Good friends come in many colors and sizes.

Keep your head above water. 

Sing! It's good for the soul.

When something is on your mind, get out of the pond, sit on a rock and cogitate a while.

Be patient.  Whatever you are waiting for may take some time.