I asked to connect with someone who could speak for the rats of New York, since they’ve been getting a lot of attention in the news lately. Instead of my usual question-and-answer format for these interviews, I have invited Rat to speak freely.
Peggy: Whenever you are ready, my friend.
Rat: This is more suitable [than a formal interview], thank you. It is correct to acknowledge that we rats are a vitally important presence on this planet. I speak in terms of numbers as well as referring to the powers we possess and share with all who live here with us.
It is not a threat to refer to our powers. All living things have powers of their own, regardless of physical size. It is the powers of modeling good housekeeping, of setting an example, of drawing attention to our presence, to which I refer.
One can say that we rats were created for the task of calling humans to account for their own actions. We flourish in huge numbers when humans forget how to love respect the earth this living world that is our shared home.
It is wise to understand acknowledge that each individual’s habits affect everything around us. This can be seen in every form of life which is capable of making choices.
Instincts in humans can be dulled by many circumstances. Choices made under these circumstances are often flawed and contrary to the individual and greater good.
We rats are living reminders of the benefits of making good choices. OUR good choices include safe places to live with many sources of food for our beloved families. To our knowledge very few humans are realizing this intentional aspect of our presence in great places [cities]. Instead of honoring us as teachers, we are blamed for spreading disease. That picture or story, as you may say, is one-sided and incomplete.
We are aware that many humans do acknowledge our ancient wisdom and capacities for healing the Earth and offering spiritual guidance to seekers. This gives us hope. It is good to look forward ahead to a time when our peoples can live together in companionship and benefit from each other’s presence in a balanced relationship. This is why people and rats have been brought together: to balance and support each other.
Angels, Fairies and Life 