74. ~ Swallow ~
Swallows eat insects and they can catch them in midair. They have great powers of flight. They can soar quickly to great heights or skim the ground or the surface of the water. They have a short bill. Their wings, when expanded are very long, pointed and sickle, or scissor-shaped. Their plumage is quite glossy and almost waxy looking. They are the birds of summer passage. They have three toes pointing forward and one toe back. They make a nest out of mud. They build their nest very close to each other. They will attach their nest to rocks, rafters of buildings, or a wall of a house. When they fly, they can turn like an experienced jet pilot. Their wingspan is about eleven to thirteen inches (29 - 32 cm). The barn swallow has a chestnut underpart, especially the males. Swallows have a twitter and clicking sound. The ones with the longest and best tail feathers are highly sought after by the females. Swallows are about six to seven inches (15 - 19 cm) in length. An unmated male can become so jealous it will attack and kill the babies of another's family. Female swallows lay an average of five eggs. The males decide where the nest will be located, and they will reuse these locations and nests. The barn swallow is an attractive bird which lives to be four to eleven years of age. They are friendly and outgoing birds. The barn swallow is constantly on the go! Flying here and there. They are controversial birds, because they are liked by some and disliked by others. Personally, I like them!
Medicine:
Swallow medicine teaches us that not everyone we meet is going to approve of us. Swallows teach us to steer clear of jealousy, because the consequences are moderate to extremely damaging to everyone involved. Swallow medicine teaches us to be protective, but not to be overly protective. They teach us to take comfort in the familiar and to not always be searching for something new, or somewhere new to live. They remind us that the reason we return home each night is to be close to our families and that making time for them should be a great priority!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
73. ~ Squirrel ~
Their teeth grow nonstop! They have several homes at one time. Their front paws have small thumbs for gripping better. Its nose and memory is a big help in locating and relocating their food source. These are busy creatures. They can weigh up to twenty-eigh ounces. They spend a great deal of time on the ground. Squirrels live to be three or four years' old. Their long hind legs are very muscular. Their fronts legs enable them to leap and scamper around quickly. The hind feet of a squirrel are double jointed. Their bushy tail helps them to keep their balance. Squirrels can communicate by chattering and tapping their front feet. They always plan ahead, and they are very sociable. Squirresl have an erractic running pattern. There are more than three hundred and sixty-five species (one for every day of the year). Their mating season is during the winter and their tiny new born babies will only weigh one ounce at birth.
Medicine:
Squirrel medicine reminds us to walk the road of balanced preparation. Squirrels tell us to avoid concern of not having enough by being prepared for the not so distant future. They teach us to squirrel away our assets, but also not to hoard what we can afford to share with others. They tell us to be productive and to use our time wisely. Squirrels teach us to be good organizers and the importance of sensibly prioritizing. The squirrel teaches us to gather our thoughts and how to express our ideas by putting them into action. Squirrels teach us how to save and ration. They tell us it is time to get out and network like nuts! The medicine of squirrels warns about complacency. Or, they may be asking if our behaviour is overly erratic at this time. Yes, we should be hard working, but we should also maintain a healthy balance between working and having fun. The squirrel tells us, if you have to scratch out a living then try finding something you truly love to do! Squirrels teach us to be consistant! Squirrel medicine may also be asking us, is it time to look for a new place to live? Now you see that the medicine of the squirrel is always teaching us to prepare wisely in all areas of our lives.
Their teeth grow nonstop! They have several homes at one time. Their front paws have small thumbs for gripping better. Its nose and memory is a big help in locating and relocating their food source. These are busy creatures. They can weigh up to twenty-eigh ounces. They spend a great deal of time on the ground. Squirrels live to be three or four years' old. Their long hind legs are very muscular. Their fronts legs enable them to leap and scamper around quickly. The hind feet of a squirrel are double jointed. Their bushy tail helps them to keep their balance. Squirrels can communicate by chattering and tapping their front feet. They always plan ahead, and they are very sociable. Squirresl have an erractic running pattern. There are more than three hundred and sixty-five species (one for every day of the year). Their mating season is during the winter and their tiny new born babies will only weigh one ounce at birth.
Medicine:
Squirrel medicine reminds us to walk the road of balanced preparation. Squirrels tell us to avoid concern of not having enough by being prepared for the not so distant future. They teach us to squirrel away our assets, but also not to hoard what we can afford to share with others. They tell us to be productive and to use our time wisely. Squirrels teach us to be good organizers and the importance of sensibly prioritizing. The squirrel teaches us to gather our thoughts and how to express our ideas by putting them into action. Squirrels teach us how to save and ration. They tell us it is time to get out and network like nuts! The medicine of squirrels warns about complacency. Or, they may be asking if our behaviour is overly erratic at this time. Yes, we should be hard working, but we should also maintain a healthy balance between working and having fun. The squirrel tells us, if you have to scratch out a living then try finding something you truly love to do! Squirrels teach us to be consistant! Squirrel medicine may also be asking us, is it time to look for a new place to live? Now you see that the medicine of the squirrel is always teaching us to prepare wisely in all areas of our lives.
72. ~ Spider ~
There are more than thirty to thirty-five thousand species of spiders. They have multiple sets of eyes. All spiders can make silk which can stretch nearly two hundred times its length. They produce six or seven kinds of silk. Each type of spider has its own unique style of weaving a web. Most spiders carry their own brand of venom which is used on their enemies and not intentionally on humans. Female spiders sometimes devour the males. Certain cultures vow certain spiders' taste like nutty peanut butter. Daddy-longlegs is one of the most familiar species. Spiders generally have eight legs. When they weave their webs, they will walk on the dry strands so that they don't get caught. Did you know a jumping spider can jump forty times their body length? They also have the best eye sight. This species does not weave a web to catch its food. Some spiders live underwater their entire life. They can even walk on water. Spiders eat more insects than bats, and birds added together. It's also worth mentioning that tobacco is very harmful to tarantulas. Tarantulas are also easily injured if they are dropped. Therefore, it is best only to observe them and not try and interact with them. Goliath tarantulas will shoot hairs, even at people. These are definitely not something you should keep as pets.
Medicine:
Spider medicine reminds us that life is very intricate and each us of is as unique as a snowflake! The spider teaches that we each operate at our own level of insight. They teach that we must weave together our understanding. The medicine of spider says hang on when we only have but a thread of hope left. Spiders tell us to keep trying and do not quit! The spider teaches us to live in the present and to not dwell upon the past or worry about what the future might hold. By doing this, we will avoid confusion. Spider medicine is telling us to trust the Great Spirit will catch us in his invisible beautiful web if ever we might fall. Spider medicine teaches, the most wonderful things we do in our lives are often the ones which others may fail to see.
There are more than thirty to thirty-five thousand species of spiders. They have multiple sets of eyes. All spiders can make silk which can stretch nearly two hundred times its length. They produce six or seven kinds of silk. Each type of spider has its own unique style of weaving a web. Most spiders carry their own brand of venom which is used on their enemies and not intentionally on humans. Female spiders sometimes devour the males. Certain cultures vow certain spiders' taste like nutty peanut butter. Daddy-longlegs is one of the most familiar species. Spiders generally have eight legs. When they weave their webs, they will walk on the dry strands so that they don't get caught. Did you know a jumping spider can jump forty times their body length? They also have the best eye sight. This species does not weave a web to catch its food. Some spiders live underwater their entire life. They can even walk on water. Spiders eat more insects than bats, and birds added together. It's also worth mentioning that tobacco is very harmful to tarantulas. Tarantulas are also easily injured if they are dropped. Therefore, it is best only to observe them and not try and interact with them. Goliath tarantulas will shoot hairs, even at people. These are definitely not something you should keep as pets.
Medicine:
Spider medicine reminds us that life is very intricate and each us of is as unique as a snowflake! The spider teaches that we each operate at our own level of insight. They teach that we must weave together our understanding. The medicine of spider says hang on when we only have but a thread of hope left. Spiders tell us to keep trying and do not quit! The spider teaches us to live in the present and to not dwell upon the past or worry about what the future might hold. By doing this, we will avoid confusion. Spider medicine is telling us to trust the Great Spirit will catch us in his invisible beautiful web if ever we might fall. Spider medicine teaches, the most wonderful things we do in our lives are often the ones which others may fail to see.
71. ~ Sparrow ~
Sparrows are the overlooked surviving birds found around the world. It does not stand out in typical beauty, or for its singing ability. However, its habits are most interesting and its lively chirp is pleasantly pleasing. The female is of more subtle colouring than the male. The sparrow 'strongly' opposes a stranger entering its nest. Sparrows are spiritual birds, they are mentioned several times throughout the Bible. Sparrows are small medium sized birds. They average seven inches (18 cm) in length. They lay an average of five eggs. Most sparrows have neutral coloured feathers with distinctive markings on their head area. It takes a very experienced eye to tell them all apart. The males are typically the songsters. The song of the white sparrow is "Oh sweet Canada, Canada, Canada!" Each of the twenty-six species belongs to one of three main family groups. Rare photos and sightings of a 'pure' white sparrow periodically surface around the globe. Some experts report that the pure white sparrow (not an albino) appears only every hundred and fifty years. The sparrow is noted for being a quiet, gentle and humble creature.
Medicine:
Sparrow medicine teaches us to be quiet, gentle and humble survivors. Sparrow medicine tell us no matter what, we must not forget our self value, our self worth! The sparrow teaches us that each and everyone of us has a special purpose. It reminds us that even when it feels that we might have been overlooked by all others, we can still take comfort knowing the Great Spirit, the Creator is always watching over us. Those with the sparrow as their totem have the gift of learning what others rarely have a chance to glimpse. A sparrow teaches us to remain humble, and to deeply respect the simple things in life - never taking anything or anyone for granted. Should you be invited into the home of one with sparrow as their totem, show honour and respect as this is a rare thing indeed! Sparrow medicine reminds us to accept ourselves and to fully embrace our self dignity. The sparrow sings to protect our privacy, but also to not lose trust in ourselves or others in the process. The sparrow tells us that 'everyone' is deserving of living their dreams! The greatest message of all the sparrow can teach us, is this - Never, ever, lose sight of your faith! Carry it closest to you, in your heart pocket!
Sparrows are the overlooked surviving birds found around the world. It does not stand out in typical beauty, or for its singing ability. However, its habits are most interesting and its lively chirp is pleasantly pleasing. The female is of more subtle colouring than the male. The sparrow 'strongly' opposes a stranger entering its nest. Sparrows are spiritual birds, they are mentioned several times throughout the Bible. Sparrows are small medium sized birds. They average seven inches (18 cm) in length. They lay an average of five eggs. Most sparrows have neutral coloured feathers with distinctive markings on their head area. It takes a very experienced eye to tell them all apart. The males are typically the songsters. The song of the white sparrow is "Oh sweet Canada, Canada, Canada!" Each of the twenty-six species belongs to one of three main family groups. Rare photos and sightings of a 'pure' white sparrow periodically surface around the globe. Some experts report that the pure white sparrow (not an albino) appears only every hundred and fifty years. The sparrow is noted for being a quiet, gentle and humble creature.
Medicine:
Sparrow medicine teaches us to be quiet, gentle and humble survivors. Sparrow medicine tell us no matter what, we must not forget our self value, our self worth! The sparrow teaches us that each and everyone of us has a special purpose. It reminds us that even when it feels that we might have been overlooked by all others, we can still take comfort knowing the Great Spirit, the Creator is always watching over us. Those with the sparrow as their totem have the gift of learning what others rarely have a chance to glimpse. A sparrow teaches us to remain humble, and to deeply respect the simple things in life - never taking anything or anyone for granted. Should you be invited into the home of one with sparrow as their totem, show honour and respect as this is a rare thing indeed! Sparrow medicine reminds us to accept ourselves and to fully embrace our self dignity. The sparrow sings to protect our privacy, but also to not lose trust in ourselves or others in the process. The sparrow tells us that 'everyone' is deserving of living their dreams! The greatest message of all the sparrow can teach us, is this - Never, ever, lose sight of your faith! Carry it closest to you, in your heart pocket!
70. ~ Snake ~
There are actually about twenty-five hundred species of snakes in the world. Too many to choose from to speak specifically about. However, when a boa constrictor is threatened it will hiss so loudly they can be heard up to one hundred feet away. When snakes wake up for a few hours in the middle of the day, they uncoil their body by first lifting up their head which rests on its coils. A snake has no eyelids, so they sleep with their eyes open, unable to ever close them. This is why they always seem to be looking right at you. The have average eyesight, but some species see very well at night. They have no ear openings. Their body picks up vibrations from the ground and this serves as its ears. Each side of the snake's lower jaw moves separately enabling it to swallow prey which is larger than its own mouth size. Their teeth are small and hooked. The snake's forked tongue is harmless. It serves as a feeler and a smeller. The tongue itself can't smell. However, it is used to draw odorous objects into its mouth to make contact with smell-sensitive organs found there. Snakes eat insects, worms, frogs, mice, rats, birds, and rabbits. They will only dine on live meals. They shed their skins' one to several times a year. Depending on the species, they will birth twelve to ninety-nine babies at one time. These are cold-blooded creatures.
Medicine:
Snake medicine teaches us to let go of the old and move onto the new! They tell us we need to 'quietly' push our minds and bodies out of the past and into the future. They teach us that sometimes we need to shake things up, even if it makes us feel extremely uncomfortable. This is a necessary action in order for us to become comfortable in our own skin again. Snakes can deliver a direct message from Spirit. They can bring the message of healing. They remind us to be forgiving. They represent a time of inner insight. Snake medicine reminds us of resurrection and widsom. They tell us to move quickly and silently. The medicine of the snake teaches us to control our temper. Snake medicine also conveys that certain conditions around us are going to be 'growing' through some uncomfortable but necessary changes in the near future. They tells us by having patience during this process will make this much easier.
There are actually about twenty-five hundred species of snakes in the world. Too many to choose from to speak specifically about. However, when a boa constrictor is threatened it will hiss so loudly they can be heard up to one hundred feet away. When snakes wake up for a few hours in the middle of the day, they uncoil their body by first lifting up their head which rests on its coils. A snake has no eyelids, so they sleep with their eyes open, unable to ever close them. This is why they always seem to be looking right at you. The have average eyesight, but some species see very well at night. They have no ear openings. Their body picks up vibrations from the ground and this serves as its ears. Each side of the snake's lower jaw moves separately enabling it to swallow prey which is larger than its own mouth size. Their teeth are small and hooked. The snake's forked tongue is harmless. It serves as a feeler and a smeller. The tongue itself can't smell. However, it is used to draw odorous objects into its mouth to make contact with smell-sensitive organs found there. Snakes eat insects, worms, frogs, mice, rats, birds, and rabbits. They will only dine on live meals. They shed their skins' one to several times a year. Depending on the species, they will birth twelve to ninety-nine babies at one time. These are cold-blooded creatures.
Medicine:
Snake medicine teaches us to let go of the old and move onto the new! They tell us we need to 'quietly' push our minds and bodies out of the past and into the future. They teach us that sometimes we need to shake things up, even if it makes us feel extremely uncomfortable. This is a necessary action in order for us to become comfortable in our own skin again. Snakes can deliver a direct message from Spirit. They can bring the message of healing. They remind us to be forgiving. They represent a time of inner insight. Snake medicine reminds us of resurrection and widsom. They tell us to move quickly and silently. The medicine of the snake teaches us to control our temper. Snake medicine also conveys that certain conditions around us are going to be 'growing' through some uncomfortable but necessary changes in the near future. They tells us by having patience during this process will make this much easier.
69. ~ Skunk ~
Sometimes this creature is known as a polecat!. French-Canadian trappers used to call them 'enfant du diable' meaning "child of the devil." There are a few of these species that do not climb trees. The skunk is famous for giving off its unpleasant smell when frightened or attacked. It can spray this offensive odor from its anal glands for up to twelve feet. Generally it aims for the eyes of its enemy. First it will send a warning by turning its rear end toward the foe and lift ist tail, sometimes dancing with its front feet. If this fails to scare off the problem it will hiss, spread its hind legs apart and hit its target squarely. This little soldier has enough ammunition for about seven or eight repeated rounds. Their mating season is between February and March. During its mating season it will spray anyone and anything. Its colouring is known widely. It has a complete black jacket with a wide white stripe from the back of the head to the tip of the tail. They often have roommates of fox and raccoons. They will search for food around dusk. Apparently, the great horned owl is the only enemy immune to its perfume. Did you know that a member of the skunk family will never intentionally spray another of its clan? Skunks can also tolerate ten times as much snake venom as another animal of the same size. A skunk has a wide range when it comes to its appetite. This little fellow fears few! Baby skunks will chirp like a baby sparrow. Remember to remain motionless if you accidentally encounter a skunk. Most times, they will just pass you by or simply take a different path. Be greatful if they do!
Medicine:
Skunk medicine encourages you to know what your unique gift is, and to utilize it. Skunks say don't hide your talent, no matter how unusual it might seem to be. The skunk asks us are others giving us the respect we deserve? Is there someone we want or need to keep our distance from? The skunk teaches us to expect to gain respect and to not be overlooked. The skunk will bow to no one! It teaches us how to have more confidence in ourselves. The medicine of a skunk says it is a time for others to recognize and honour you. It may also be suggesting to add more fragrance to our environment. Try aroma therapy! Learn to balance your approaching and your repelling abilities. Whether you realize it or not, people are going to notice you. Therefore, ask yourself what you wish you reputation to be.
Sometimes this creature is known as a polecat!. French-Canadian trappers used to call them 'enfant du diable' meaning "child of the devil." There are a few of these species that do not climb trees. The skunk is famous for giving off its unpleasant smell when frightened or attacked. It can spray this offensive odor from its anal glands for up to twelve feet. Generally it aims for the eyes of its enemy. First it will send a warning by turning its rear end toward the foe and lift ist tail, sometimes dancing with its front feet. If this fails to scare off the problem it will hiss, spread its hind legs apart and hit its target squarely. This little soldier has enough ammunition for about seven or eight repeated rounds. Their mating season is between February and March. During its mating season it will spray anyone and anything. Its colouring is known widely. It has a complete black jacket with a wide white stripe from the back of the head to the tip of the tail. They often have roommates of fox and raccoons. They will search for food around dusk. Apparently, the great horned owl is the only enemy immune to its perfume. Did you know that a member of the skunk family will never intentionally spray another of its clan? Skunks can also tolerate ten times as much snake venom as another animal of the same size. A skunk has a wide range when it comes to its appetite. This little fellow fears few! Baby skunks will chirp like a baby sparrow. Remember to remain motionless if you accidentally encounter a skunk. Most times, they will just pass you by or simply take a different path. Be greatful if they do!
Medicine:
Skunk medicine encourages you to know what your unique gift is, and to utilize it. Skunks say don't hide your talent, no matter how unusual it might seem to be. The skunk asks us are others giving us the respect we deserve? Is there someone we want or need to keep our distance from? The skunk teaches us to expect to gain respect and to not be overlooked. The skunk will bow to no one! It teaches us how to have more confidence in ourselves. The medicine of a skunk says it is a time for others to recognize and honour you. It may also be suggesting to add more fragrance to our environment. Try aroma therapy! Learn to balance your approaching and your repelling abilities. Whether you realize it or not, people are going to notice you. Therefore, ask yourself what you wish you reputation to be.
68. ~ Sheep ~
Most, but not all sheep have fleece! Sheep is an animal raised for wool and mutton. They differ from goats in having the outline of their face more arched and conves. They have a sac or pit between the toes of each foot, lined with hair and a fatty matter. Their bodies are covered in very fine wool. They are basically defeseless creatures. They are able to stand shortly after being born. Sheep have a horizontal split in their upper lip to help pick leaves off plants. Baby sheep are called lambs. Young females are ewes, young males are ram lambs, and older males are rams. A year-old sheep is known as a hogget, while a young two year old is called a two-tooth. There are more than nine hundred types of sheep. Sheep make a bleating sound. One pound of their wool makes ten miles of yarn. Sheep have poor eye sight, but great hearing. Sheep by nature are selective grazing animals. Wet sheep smeel like wet wool. Sheep require a great deal of exercise. Generally, most sheep have fleece. They say baa! Sheep aren't known for their smartness. They also tend to be over eaters. The sheep family is not a brave bunch. Generally, a sheep's tail hangs down, while a goat's tail will turn upward. Sheep need their hooves trimmed much less than goats. They prefer grass and clover to eat. Sheep can become stressed when separated from their flock. The lambs will stay close to their mother's side. A Jacob shhep can have four or more horns. The stories and lessons of sheep can also be found in the Bible.
Medicine:
Sheep medicine teaches us it is okay to walk away from a fight. Those with sheep medicine may be extremely close to their mother. A lamb reminds us of our innocense and of those close to us. Sheep teach us we are all vulnerable sometimes. The sheep tells us to be sincere toward others. Sheep medicine ssays sacrificing ourselves to a point is okay. However, do not comprise yourself to the point of separating whom you are, for what you think you need to be. The sheep teaches us that having gentle ways is an appreciated and valued gift. "Those who treat the world good naturedly, we be treated the same!"
Most, but not all sheep have fleece! Sheep is an animal raised for wool and mutton. They differ from goats in having the outline of their face more arched and conves. They have a sac or pit between the toes of each foot, lined with hair and a fatty matter. Their bodies are covered in very fine wool. They are basically defeseless creatures. They are able to stand shortly after being born. Sheep have a horizontal split in their upper lip to help pick leaves off plants. Baby sheep are called lambs. Young females are ewes, young males are ram lambs, and older males are rams. A year-old sheep is known as a hogget, while a young two year old is called a two-tooth. There are more than nine hundred types of sheep. Sheep make a bleating sound. One pound of their wool makes ten miles of yarn. Sheep have poor eye sight, but great hearing. Sheep by nature are selective grazing animals. Wet sheep smeel like wet wool. Sheep require a great deal of exercise. Generally, most sheep have fleece. They say baa! Sheep aren't known for their smartness. They also tend to be over eaters. The sheep family is not a brave bunch. Generally, a sheep's tail hangs down, while a goat's tail will turn upward. Sheep need their hooves trimmed much less than goats. They prefer grass and clover to eat. Sheep can become stressed when separated from their flock. The lambs will stay close to their mother's side. A Jacob shhep can have four or more horns. The stories and lessons of sheep can also be found in the Bible.
Medicine:
Sheep medicine teaches us it is okay to walk away from a fight. Those with sheep medicine may be extremely close to their mother. A lamb reminds us of our innocense and of those close to us. Sheep teach us we are all vulnerable sometimes. The sheep tells us to be sincere toward others. Sheep medicine ssays sacrificing ourselves to a point is okay. However, do not comprise yourself to the point of separating whom you are, for what you think you need to be. The sheep teaches us that having gentle ways is an appreciated and valued gift. "Those who treat the world good naturedly, we be treated the same!"
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