Scorpion

I wear a scorpion pendant in honor of Carl.

The scorpion is one of the most misunderstood animals. He has a reputation for stinging and that reputation comes from the venom that is contained in his sting. When a scorpion decides to defend himself and protect what he honors, the rest of the world knows it.

But the scorpion really doesn't sting that often and it takes a helluvalot to get them to sting. Most of the time the scorpion is going about his business, eating other bugs and doing what makes scorpions happy.

Besides the fact that his birthday is November 21 (sign of scorpio), the scorpion is a great totem animal for Carl. He is a gentle soul who has suffered much in this life and therefore sometimes fights back with a stinger. Those who only see the stinger miss out on the remarkably sensitive and gentle person under the rock.

I am privileged to see that gentle side frequently. For that I'm a most grateful.