January 21, 2006

• Mussel woman

  According to Roger Klocek of
  Shedd Aquarium, mussels (fresh-water clams) are fascinating
  animals.  He does surveys of mussels to determine the health of a
  stream or lake.  One of the things Roger shared with us at one of
  our watershed meetings was this: mussels are perfect for studying
  because in a burst of energy they might be able to travel a foot or two
  in an hour.  But then they are so exhausted that they have to rest
  for about three days. 

  I thought of this fact today because I think it applies to me. 
  The last few days have been incredibly busy.  And I’m not bouncing
  back like I used to.  I’m feeling distinctly like a clam – I need
  about three days to recuperate (or as we say in our family
  “repookerate”). 

  If you need me, knock hard on my shell.
  

  • 4:16 pm
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