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Theo Parker's avatar

2023 the year of the rabbit! I love the art you’ve added to your writing. I’m desperately obsessed with my 6 rabbits (3 bonded pairs) and can say that they are indeed creatures of tenderness and peace. It always causes me pause whenever I happen to catch one rabbit eating a long piece of hay and it’s mate will start eating the other end, both chewing until they come together nose to nose (picture Lady and the Tramp sharing a piece of spaghetti). There’s no conflict or greed rearing up. They happily share whatever they are eating. They aren’t worried about scarcity. They also spend a lot of time grooming and caring for the other. But the most delightful thing about rabbits is how they exhibit joy. When they are happy their body involuntarily performs ‘zoomies’ or ‘binkies’ which involves jumping straight up into the air and doing a little twist or racing back and forth repeatedly with debris flying as they skid around. Then they abruptly stop and continue being gentle little creatures (but with a smile).

I’ll have to let them know that 2023 is their year!

(And I think I’ll have to try the recipe for your mom’s tomato & eggs to celebrate 😊)

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Stefanni's avatar

Jeff, when I am feeling unsure, worried, anxious—as I am now—your words are always such a comfort and encouragement. Your voice is honest. Your faith is grounding. I am so thankful you are here, stumbling through this world with the rest of us. You are one of my favorite stumblers!

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