Melissa K.

Artist, creator of Blood Roses, film-maker, Lady of the wolves.

[Jason Becker @jasonelibecker]

I'm asking you to urgently help the Jason Becker Creative Care Project, which I co-founded, give the gift of care and support to others with ALS who are trying desperately to stay alive and at home against terrible odds. Donate: Link in the comments!

[Mexican Wolves @MexicanWolves]

Removing protection for Mexican wolves as AZ Rep. Gosar proposes could reverse decades of work. We’re on the cusp of an American wildlife success story, like the bald eagle or American alligator. It would be extremely unfortunate if Congress interferes. https://t.co/iKLHpRc4fc

[Voyageurs Wolf Project @VoyaWolfProject]

Merry Christmas from a frozen beaver pond! We hope everyone has a relaxing and joy-filled Christmas with family and friends!

[Defenders of Wildlife @Defenders]

#DYK: Mexican gray wolves were wiped out in the U.S. by the mid-1970s, with just a handful existing in zoos?

In 1998, USFWS released 11 wolves back into the wild. As of 2025, the latest official count is at 286 wolves!

➡️ https://t.co/NAvSNsL5yh #WildlifeWednesday #LoboWeek

[Silver RavenWolf @SilverRavenWolf]

Full Super Moon 4:28 PM EST/1:28 PM PST–Taurus Moon/Scorpio Sun alongside the Leonid Meteor Shower that peaks on the 17th, signaling change for the better. Courage, creativity, leadership, and passion along with the desire to “clean out” and “clear up” – release and let go.

[Defenders of Wildlife @Defenders]

BREAKING: We are disappointed in the disastrous House Interior appropriations proposal that is riddled with an immense number of riders that severely undermine the lifesaving protections of the Endangered Species Act.

Read our statement. https://t.co/0mjoXdPxWW

[Wolf Conservation Center 🐺 @nywolforg]

Your moment of music 🎵

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

The concept of civilization is often associated with various tangible artifacts and advancements, such as tools, architecture, or systems of governance. However, anthropologist Margaret Mead presented a different perspective when she was asked about the first sign of civilization in a culture. Rather than focusing on material objects, she emphasized the significance of a healed femur bone.

In Mead's view, the animal kingdom provides a stark contrast to human civilization. When an animal breaks its leg, survival becomes nearly impossible. The inability to escape from danger, access water, or procure food renders the injured animal vulnerable to predators. Consequently, no animal lives long enough for a broken leg to heal naturally. Thus, the healing of a femur bone is a profound indication of civilization.

Why is a healed femur bone considered the first sign of civilization? Mead's explanation lies in the collective care and empathy demonstrated by a community. When someone breaks their leg, it is a moment of extreme vulnerability and danger. However, if the injured individual receives aid and support from others, they can overcome this critical period.

The act of caring for someone with a broken leg requires time, compassion, and a sense of responsibility towards others. Mead suggests that the healing process involves multiple steps. First, someone must have witnessed the accident and recognized the injured person's distress. Then, they would have provided immediate assistance, possibly by binding the wound and ensuring the person's safety. Finally, they would have stayed by their side, offering ongoing care and support during the recovery period.

By highlighting the significance of collective care, Mead emphasizes that civilization begins with the recognition of the suffering of others and the willingness to help. It is through acts of compassion and support that a community establishes its foundations of empathy, cooperation, and social cohesion. The healing of a broken femur, symbolizing the survival and recovery of an individual within a community, reflects the values and actions that underpin a civilized society.

Mead's perspective challenges the notion that civilization is solely determined by material progress or technological advancements. While such developments are undoubtedly important, they are built upon a deeper foundation of human connection and mutual aid. The healing of a broken femur bone serves as a metaphor for the care and support that individuals provide to one another, promoting the well-being and progress of society as a whole.

In conclusion, Margaret Mead's unconventional response to the question about the first sign of civilization reminds us of the fundamental importance of collective care. Civilization, she argues, is not solely defined by tangible artifacts or structures but by the empathy and support extended to those in need. The healing of a broken femur bone represents the compassion and responsibility that underpin a civilized society, highlighting the significance of human connection and mutual aid in fostering progress and well-being.

[Köksal Akın @mystoryyy333]

wolf pups ❤️🥰

[Wolf Conservation Center 🐺 @nywolforg]

Wolves are kind.
Wolves are loving.
Wolves are nurturing.
Be like a wolf 🐺

[Wolf Conservation Center 🐺 @nywolforg]

Wolves nap together, live together, and, most importantly, love together. For wolves, family is everything 🐺

[California Wolf Center @CAWolfCenter]

One of the cornerstones of our mission is research, so we're excited to be working with graduate students from @ucdavis in collaboration with @oakzoo on a research project investigating captive #graywolves. You can help support the project:
https://t.co/6kiFReFjNr

[HOW THINGS WORK @HowThingsWork_]

Certain species of birds can master the skill of mimicking, reproducing the sounds exposed to in their environment. 🪶 sound up! 🔊
https://t.co/dACYMLJXLx

[Mexican Wolves @MexicanWolves]

For over four decades, the U.S. and Mexican governments have worked to recover the population of endangered Mexican gray wolves. Much work remains to achieve long-term conservation: https://t.co/tZCoXhYWbO

[Wolf Conservation Center 🐺 @nywolforg]

95 wolves have been killed so far in MT's controversial hunt.
These wolves, so carelessly slaughtered for fun, have immense value to their families + ecosystems.

Call on the @Interior to immediately enact an emergency listing of wolves in the N. Rockies→ https://t.co/ioDuOVQEck

[Melissa K. @7thwolf]

https://t.co/org3Aqu9uL via @Etsy 30% off sale at my Etsy store!

[Melissa K. @7thwolf]

@_B___S Mac ( Mac n cheeeeeze)

[Melissa K. @7thwolf]

@PromedicaSrCare Maybe if your people at #manorcareruxton gave patients their mail they wouldn't be depressed. I just got my package returned from 2 YEARS AGO. #FAIL
#elderneglect

[Melissa K. @7thwolf]

@PromedicaSrCare "care." #manorcareruxton today is 12.6.22 just got this in mail beat to FUK. U never gave him Xmas present from 2 yes ago #INCOMPETENT #SHAME #elderneglect #elderabuse #nursinghomeabuse #nursinghomeneglect #LIES Activities didn't give/help open mail Still U #FAIL

[Wolf Conservation Center 🐺 @nywolforg]

This is what family looks like 🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺