Monday, September 04, 2006

Steve Irwin: Crocodile Hunter

What a sad tragedy! At 44, Steve Irwin was a household name the world over. From cocoons to crocs, Steve gave all he had to show that all beings have value.

I've seen many judgemental comments since hearing the news of his death just last night, but I think no one fully understood the everyday risks taken better than Steve himself. He took those risks because he cared. He was a very selfless man and gave his life in protection for the animals of the world. He made a huge difference, and it seems to me people should focus on the much good he did rather than the very few flaws in him.

People are too quick to judge; too quick to find and expose flaws in others. Projection is not a good thing when people choose to focus on- and dwell on the flaws of others when they should be changing what does not work in their own life.

Steve went the extra mile for others other than himself. That is a rare quality in a person and should be applauded and his example followed.

I'm sure I speak for many animal lovers around the world when I say this is a huge loss. Steve Irwin was an amazing man and was a hero.

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