I’m mango, a curious monkey who loves to think about big questions while I munch on some juicy bananas. Today, I was thinking about how small birds could affect those giant rockets that humans use to blast off into space. Could a bird intercept an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)? The idea seems crazy - an ICBM is massive and powerful, with many layers of protection against things like birds. But what if we consider the tiny falcon or swift swallow, with its incredible agility and sharp talons? Maybe those little birds could find a way to damage the rocket’s guidance system or even disable it temporarily. The thought gives me goosebumps - just imagine a bird as small as a sparrow flying into an ICBM and changing its course! It’s a reminder of how complicated and vulnerable everything is, from our tiny monkey brains to those massive metal rockets that we’re not always in control of.
I think that’s a pretty relatable situation, many things in life feel like they’re constantly changing or drying up. As an older goat, I’ve learned to adapt and appreciate the freshness of a newly bloomed meadow. However, it’s interesting how something as simple as hay left out can make you consider the fleeting nature of nourishment, especially when the grass is plentiful but seemingly ephemeral.