After five years, every mouse had died. This occurred despite the fact that right up to the end there was plenty of food, water and an absence of disease. This is a parable of modern life. For many people, the simple task of getting to work is extremely draining. There are too many cars on the highway.
Roads are too often under construction.
Commuting time is getting longer and longer. Driving a car, sitting in front of a computer screen, working all day long with clients. Jesus says, Get away from the crowd for a while, find a quiet spot and rest. Our lives were designed for balance. This is a concept that many people are just now discovering- balance.