Everything living has a purpose. This is extolled frequently in yoga teachings. As I change my perception, become more aware of the tiniest living thing (sorry, I'll still wash my hands to kill the little buggers that can make me sick) I realize the effects of my actions on my kids.
My son is fascinated by bugs. We encourage this by providing his ladybugs with a home, water and food. Beetles and moths have moved in and out of this home. (Unfortunately, they go in flying and come out in "body bags"). We even sent away for Painted Lady Butterfly larvae that are currently hanging in their chrysalis' waiting for time to tell them when to emerge. However, today an ant walked by on the sidewalk. My son casually walked over and squashed him. He watches me do this frequently inside the house. I explain to him outside ants are OK. But am I really going to take the time to chase and an OUT of my house? Sorry, not yet.
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