Lucky7

This spider is lucky to still have seven of eight digits remaining. I am lucky that I have this photo (taken February 16, 2005) - I found this spider due to the fact that nature called while I was on my way out of the forest, while taking care of business, I noticed movement amongst the leaves on the ground that wasn't caused by my stream. I stirred up things for this creature as it was probably trying to sleep. Anyway, I was able to get a few shots afterward and was on my way. To drag the story on further - leading up to this event, I went back and forth (in my head) whether I could make it home or which section of bushes was the perfect spot for me to find relief. I eventually for no reason darted off into the bushes at a certain point even though I was almost certain that I could make it home. This was the first and only time (so far) that I have come across this type of spider. Two days ago I was back in the same forest and I'm now paying the price with a healthy amount of insect bites. I did get some good photos out of the venture though. In my opinion there is really no such thing as luck - good or bad, only taking advantage of presented opportunities while allowing oneself to be led.