A Very Full Squirrel

I walked to the back of the yard and under a very large oak tree were all these empty acorns. I don't feed the squirrels or even encourage their visits, but I guess this one (or these) hit a jackpot of winter food.  

I came across this today in the Elephant Journal and I guess I liked the sound of it, or my mature self does anyway:

"Trying to maintain control in this life is a bit like trying to maintain control on a roller coaster. The ride has its own logic and is going to go its own way, regardless of how tightly you grip the bar. There is a thrill and a power in simply surrendering to the ride and fully feeling the ups and downs of it, letting the curves take you rather than fighting them. When you fight the ride, resisting what's happening at every turn, your whole being becomes tense and anxiety is your close companion. When you go with the ride, accepting what you cannot control, freedom and joy will inevitably arise...."