I’ve been on sabbatical, plus two holidays, as well as
beginning my five year period as a BWA rep on behalf of BUGB. So basically out
of my normal, non-normal routine for four months. Whilst in South Africa for
the BWA Congress, Maggie and I took the opportunity of visiting Kruger on
Safari. One of those ‘once in a lifetime experiences’ I’d like to make a habit
of!
Whilst we were away the news broke about Cecil the lion. We
were oblivious to begin with, not having wireless, but there’s since been a
massive reaction. Just in case you have no idea what I’m talking about try
here:
We had a wonderful time in Kruger. I won’t go on about that,
so one photo for now, but I forgot to ask her name!
The debate following Cecil’s demise has been largely
emotional it seems, but I hope it will serve a useful purpose in highlighting
why concern for threatened species needs to become more firmly on the agendas
of governments, international bodies and especially Christians more generally. Here’s one
more thoughtful response linking some of the issues:
