The thirtieth:
Time to remember
Article published in December 2015
In December, we can see many christmas trees and cribs around the city. The pine tree, as christmas tree, is a symbol of life. It keeps its leaves, which remain green, while other trees lose their leaves. This tradition definetely makes sense in the northern hemisphere, where winters are harsh and the landscape is covered by snow.
The nativity scene shows us the newborn Jesus lying on a manger. Around him we see his parents, the three Magi and several animals. Since there was no more room for guests in the inn, his birth took place in the stable, among cows, sheeps, horses and donkeys.
Christmas tree and crib, two symbols of the western culture, are signs of our proximity to Nature. We, human beings, are part of Nature, but sometimes we forget about it. In the beginning of the 21st century, to many people, this keen coexistence with animals seems to be something distant, to be found in books and ancient stories.
Just hundred years ago, the automobile was in its beginning. At that time, horses were part of our daily lives. Pulling carts and carriages, they were the principal mean of transportation in the cities. They had names and nicknames, and needed our proximity to live. Someone had to feed, wash and treat them, with deserved attention and affection.
Technology brought us countless benefits, no doubt about it. Nowadays many people live among machines, a good portion of time: computers, mobile phones, cars and lawnmowers. We became more distant to animals and, who knows, our world became colder therefore. Let us rewarm our hearts during this Christmas season, celebrating with neighbors and our friends of Nature, plants and animals !
Natura Futura 