Danger, Mouse

This little guy (or girl) was in my garage yesterday, for how long I don't know. When I came out first thing in the morning, there he was, just lying on the floor. I got right up close to him, and could see he was breathing. But he wasn't moving. Was he sleeping? Unlikely, since he would have scooted as soon as I opened the door. Was he dying? I didn't know what to do, so I just let him be.

When I came home later that day, he was gone. It's possible the Red Tail Hawk, Laki Neho, swooped into the garage while I was gone and nabbed him. Or maybe he woke up, yawned, and went about his business. I guess I'll never know.

I've always been aware of all the wildlife that inhabits my property with me, but especially so over the last year. Knowing that I'm surrounded by all these creatures great and small helps me stay connected to life. It helps me stay in gratitude. So to all the fauna and flora that live here with me, thanx. I hope you enjoy my presence as much as I enjoy yours.