What the Chipmunk Taught

Sometimes life's lessons are provided from unexpected happenings. Sometimes the youngsters teach their elders the obvious meaning of those surprises. This a true story presented in a fictional setting, a serendipitous seminar born of happenstance and told with an imagined backdrop. They say the early bird gets the worm. In this case a brave and persistent chipmunk comes away with his treat.

A grandfather shares a tale with his grandson of when he was a youth and was visited by three wild animals. As each makes their appearance they inspire different perspectives about dealing with life to the listening boy. He wisely reflects on what he understands to be the meaning of each encounter. Grandfather has an altogether different take on his experience. An old man's story imparts a simple thought, but a child's insights about that narrative are truly astute.