This week I feature my new best friend, who takes slowing down to a whole new level. While visiting our dear friends Hilary and Carlo in their Massachusetts cabin in the woods, I bonded with their sweet pet bird, Nugget. Nugget, is an orange breasted wax bill, a tiny, precious bird in the finch family. Nugget is teeny, weighs 7 grams and is just over 2 inches long. This adorable 2 inch finch reminds me that there is nothing more important than the present moment. And when Nugget rests on my finger or wrist, I can’t help but drop into full presence.   These winter days are a great opportunity to slow down, rest, and honor the hibernation that the season calls us into. What winter rituals help you slow down? What Nugget-like reminders calms and quiets you? May we let the wonders of little nuggets offer us unexpected gifts to bring us into a deeper presence. Enjoy the podcast! Links: Hilary Sweeney’s podcast episode Carlo Pellegrini’s podcast episode