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Visitors in squirrels’ home

Sat., April 18, 2009

The Spokesman-Review

We are appalled at the elimination of the squirrels from the Finch Arboretum. The squirrels are the natural residents. The arboretum is their home. If people don’t like the fact that the squirrels make holes in the ground, then they should be careful where they walk, because the squirrels live there.

Until we value all life on our planet, and work to preserve and support that life, we have no right to say that we value life. Before removing the squirrels from the arboretum, why not look at the so-called problem in a new way? The squirrels are the natural tenants there. We are the visitors to their home. How can we be a respectful guest?

Richard and Roseanne Lasater

Spokane Valley

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