Monday, 7 July 2008

Canapés

When we hear a convention of crows there is always trouble. Trouble is, the cherry tree does not belong to the crows. They swoop, dive and bicker at anyone who dares to grab a plump piece of fruit. Hidden in the folds of these branches lies a sleeping raccoon. This little lady has just stuffed her face, then, with a full belly, takes a power nap. Doing this a few times in the course of an hour. All the while, the crows nattering at her. Now, here's the thing.....how can she sleep like this? Forget the annoying crows and take a look at her feet and belly. She is relaxed and content. She did crack an eye to watch me for a moment, then back off to sleep. She is also a nursing mom, her kits are probably sleeping in the den.

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