Percy visits Basil’s house and is surprised to see how much clutter the badger collects. Basil explains these things are dear to him because they remind him of his parents. However, Percy suggests that holding onto the past is also holding Basil back. Don’t let yesterday dictate today or even tomorrow. There are things in life we have to accept we can’t change and just have to run with them. Holding onto yesterday is rarely a good idea because it can stop you enjoying today.