Each kind of tree is a sort of musical instrument: the apple a cello, the old oak a bass viol, the cypress a harp, the willow a flute, the young pine a muted violin. Put your ear close to the whispering branch and you may catch what it is saying. ~Guy Murchie, Jr.

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Real love is the union of two unconditional lovers who are committed
to outdo each other in acts of sacrificial giving, selfless serving,
undeserved forgiveness, unreserved admiration, heartfelt compassion
and willful submission. ~Unknown

The wind cannot overturn a mountain.
Temptation cannot touch the man
Who is awake, strong and humble,
Who masters himself and minds the law.

Winning gives birth to hostility.
Losing, one lies down in pain.
The calmed lie down with ease,
having set winning & losing aside.

~Dhammapada, The Buddha

From time to time, to remind ourselves to relax and be peaceful, we may wish to set aside some time for a retreat, a day of mindfulness, when we can walk slowly, smile, drink tea with a friend, enjoy being together as if we are the happiest people on Earth. ― Thich Nhat Hạnh

Real love is the union of two unconditional
lovers who are committed to outdo
each other in acts of sacrificial giving,
selfless serving, undeserved forgiveness,
unreserved admiration, heartfelt compassion
and willful submission. ~Unknown

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The wind cannot overturn a mountain.
Temptation cannot touch the man
Who is awake, strong and humble,
Who masters himself and minds the law.

Winning gives birth to hostility.
Losing, one lies down in pain.
The calmed lie down with ease,
having set winning & losing aside.

~Dhammapada, The Buddha

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When I look out at the people
and they look at me and they're smiling,
then I know that I'm loved. That is the time
when I have no worries, no problems.

—Etta James

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Your true friends are the ones that do not come when you ask them,
but come when they know you need them the most. ~Unkown

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Wishing you a most joyous weekend, with endless smiles
Your true friends are the ones
that do not come when you ask them,
but come when they know
you need them the most.

~Unkown

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WWF, October 07, 2014

Tree kangaroos inhabit the lowland and mountainous rainforests of Papua New Guinea, Indonesia and the far north of Queensland, Australia. Living up in the foliage, these species look like a cross between a kangaroo and a lemur.

These animals need our help. Habitat loss through deforestation and poaching are pushing this species to the brink of extinction.

To reduce habitat loss through deforestation, WWF works to prevent illegal logging and supports Forest Stewardship Council certification for wood and wood products. We also promote and manage protected areas for tree kangaroos.

1. How many species of tree kangaroos exist?
Fourteen species of tree kangaroos inhabit the forests of Papua New Guinea, Indonesia and Australia. They weigh up to 32 pounds and measure about 30 inches, not including their 16-to-34-inch tails.

2. What do tree kangaroos look like?
Tree kangaroos have adapted to life up in the foliage, so they sport shorter legs and strong forelimbs for climbing. In 1990, a new species of tree kangaroo was discovered in the Torricelli Mountains of Papua New Guinea. Dubbed the golden-mantled tree kangaroo, this species has a chestnut-brown coat, pale belly and a double stripe of gold down its back.
3. How does deforestation impact where tree kangaroos live?
The golden-mantled tree kangaroo populations have been driven down by habitat destruction and hunting. Scientists estimate they’ve been pushed out of 99 percent of their historical range.

4. How are tree kangaroos related to the kangaroos on the ground?
Tree kangaroos and the kangaroos we associate with Australia both fall under the umbrella of Macropods—the family plant-eating marsupials that includes kangaroos and wallabies. Macropods all used to dwell in trees, but millions of years ago they came down to live on the ground. Ancestors of tree kangaroos eventually went back up the trees, becoming the largest tree-dwelling mammals in Australia.

5. Why are tree kangaroos at risk?
Like in many places around the world, deforestation impacts wildlife habitat. It’s the same where tree kangaroos live. Many tree kangaroo species already exist in low numbers and most populations are decreasing. WWF works worldwide to prevent deforestation and illegal logging.

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