May 27, 2024

THE BAGWORM

Most of us give thanks for food. But few thank God for the ability to eat that food.

The bagworm ("mino-mushi") hangs harmlessly from tree branches, its cocoon suspended by a strong thin line, encasing a future adult moth.

Altho' most people possess common knowledge that moths come from caterpillars; few are aware of what I just read: that the mature FEMALE bagworm lacks eyes, wings, functional legs and mouth parts, never leaves the bag and is mummified around several hundred eggs.

Sometimes I think the Creator was unjust to give me less than I should have: whether it be an imperfect personal appearance, less gifts, low I.Q, a dull personality, dysfunctional marriage/family, imperfect conditions with regard to society/education/finances..." It seems I pray and pray and pray things would change, but God just doesn't seem to hear," I whine. I wonder what that little wormie would think.