Since the start of the conflict in Darfur in February 2003:
- More than 3 million people have been affected by the crisis. - More than 400,000 people have died from conflict and diseases. - 2.5 million civilians have been internally displaced by the conflict. - 200,000 Darfurians have sought refuge in neighboring Chad.
It is rare that pictures of these deformed white Tigers are allowed to reach the public. Breeders of these poor and unnatural things know that they have poor ethics and do not want the fruits of their handiwork shown to the public. This is the price of Sigfried and Roy shows. What happens to the white Tiger offspring that survive, like Kenny, but aren't up to snuff...they get snuffed and are left to starve so that the zoos can claim that the baby Tiger died a natural death.
We can't say it any better so read this:
This and the other pictures were lifted from Big Cat Rescue. Go to their site, read more, cry, and then do something about it!
I'm in a race with time to learn 5 languages, be abreast and knowledgeable with politics, religion, and the current issues of the happenings of the world. All while going to school full time, working full time, being a full time mom and a full time wife. Think I can do it all? Watch me!!!
My Philosophy
When we help others don't expect something in return. Help because you can, because you're fortunate, and because you care!!
Our species,humans, control the future, but we are destroying it everyday.
What Gives Me Hope
My children and smiles on faces. :)
If I were Mayor, I'd make the world a better place by
End poverty and hunger!! Oh and we can't forget about WAR!!! End that also.
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