There is a world somewhere between reality and fiction. Although ignored by many, it is very real and so are those living in it. This forum is about the natural world. Here, wild animals will be heard and respected. The forum offers a glimpse into an unknown world as well as a room with a view on the present and the future. Anyone able to speak on behalf of those living in the emerald forest and the deep blue sea is invited to join.
05-12-2021, 02:56 AM( This post was last modified: 05-12-2021, 02:59 AM by Duco Ndona )
The life of a lion is harsh. Especially the males. They really have to fight for their right to grow old. To retain a seat in the most brutal game of musical chairs.
But where there are winners, there are those that are left behind. Those for whom there is no pride available to call home. Too many male lions, to few prides. That just have to wander from meal to meal. Hoping to hold on until a seat opens up.
Even those that have a pride could wake up to the roar of a new coalition there to take their cubs and lionesses.
But I also think its typically human to dwell on these sorts of things. Having made things overly complex for itself.
For a lion there is only the now. No what ifs, no what could have been or what should be. Just the now and what I can do.
Right now I am fed. And If I am hungry I can hunt tonight.
Right now I am watching my cubs play or drink my milk. Its a good moment.
Right now one of my friends is missing. But if I roar she may find me again.
Right now I am nomadic. But if I keep going. An opportunity may arise.
Right now I am wounded. But my body will heal.