I try to keep a neutral point of view in discussions, focus on individual wellbeing rather than generalizing and separate illusions from reality. Being a zookeeper and elephant trainer, I do sincerely argue for better conditions for elephants everywhere, and want institutions in general to take greater responsibility. I am against though, any fanatic general critic towards captive elephants management, which is not backed up with proven sources. Being an elephant professional doesnt mean I doesn´t care about elephants welfare, contrary this is a major priority for me, as for most serious professionals.
I also have 2 elephant websites about elephants: Elephant facts at http://www.elephant.se and
Elephant News at http://www.elephant-news.com
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If there is any one secret of success, it lies in the ability to get the other person's point of view and see things from that person's angle as well as from your own.(Henry Ford)
DAN Our birthdays are feathers in the broad wing of time. ~Jean Paul Richter~ May your birthday take flight and bring you much laughter, and fill your memories with mirth from now to hereafter! ~Becca~
DAN, May all your wishes and dreams come true!! And as you celebrate the day of your birth, may peace and beauty fill the Earth!!! Warm blessings and joy... Becca
Dan, wishing you a happy belated birthday. I'm sorry it's so late. I hope everything is going well for you these days. Are you still in Africa and are you working with elephants still? Best wishes, your friend, Audrey -xxx-
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAN, May your special day sparkle and shine, like moonbeams and stars. May your special day be filled with warmth; love straight from the heart. May your special day be filled with all special things forever more! Have a wonderful birthday dear friend!!! Becca