F.I.G. ...To many organisms, the Fig represents survival. But not all Figs are equal and that brings us to the edge of "Choice " ..once again.

               Fig #1  .........or......  Fig #2

 

                    F ear   ..................   F ortitude

                          I gnorance   ..............  I ntelligence

 

                    G reed   ................ G enerosity

    We saw this Black Faced Capuchin monkey at the Tambopata Research Station in Peru back in 2014. It was amazing to watch him seek out only the perfect FIGs. I think his choices were driven by taste and health. His perfect fig not only tasted good but also led to a longer, healthier life.

 

   

 It's ironic that the words I use to represent our FIGs affect our human lives in similar ways. Like the Capuchin, we need to use Intelligence in choosing the good fig -- especially during this very difficult and confusing time. Otherwise we risk "decomposition" through "Ignorance".

                       Fig # 1: Decomposing Fig 

         

                           Fig # 2: Healthy Fig                

            By choosing the FIG that "fortifies" us, we all benefit.

Go with "Fortitude, Intelligence, Generosity"                            and VOTE!