Hundreds of sandhill cranes moved through the early morning sky to find feeding grounds in the Platte River Valley. The 500,000 cranes that move through an area within three miles of Nebraska's Platte River during a six week period in spring and fall each year are productive and organized. Today I watched this awesome example of Mother Nature at her finest. Here's what I think these migratory birds know about organization:
- Use systems that fit your needs. The shallow Platte River is ideal for providing the safe nighttime habitat for these long legged birds. The cropland residues provide ideal feeding grounds. The sandhill cranes return year after year to utilize these systems.
- Travel light in life. These birds travel from Mexico to as far north as Siberia without so much as a duffel bag. Taking more than we need in life weighs us down and prevents us from accomplishing worthwile things.
- Take time to enjoy yourself. Today I saw sandhill cranes dancing. Whether it was a primordial mating ritual or an expression of joy, it is a reminder that we all need intervals of time that feed our soul and nurture our well-being.
Spring is an ideal time to recharge your batteries by observing what the marvelous world can teach us. We would like to hear about your experiences. Please share them by responding to my blog.
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