Weekend

On happier notes (compared to my last two posts), I spent a beautiful Friday & Saturday at my beautiful cottage.

The sky was blue, the sun was shining, there was a beautiful sunset on Friday night, the fire was exquisite, the sunlight dappled, I saw a deer - twas just wonderful, all round.

The water is so warm. David and Bryan took me for a swim out in the deeper water, so I could dive off the boat - greatly appreciated - and I swam back to the beach. It was such a lovely swim. I didn't really like the feeling of not being able to see bottom, but the water was murky from the water levels lowering.

Heather and I went for a walk, and it was beautiful!
We started out wearing sweaters, because it was really windy on our side of the island. But once we got around to the South side, it was insanely warm so we ended up carrying around our sweaters like dorks.

We had planned to walk all the way around, but we went to Sunset Point then missed the turn off for the West Side of the island, so we just cut back through the shady middle path. There was a tree that had fallen over due to winds, so we had some fun climbing it. It was a nice break from walking in the scorching heat. Unfortunately, I didn't re-tan.

Unfortunately (x2) we had to come home today so David & I could do our homework, so after we cleaned up and such we came back. We even brought the boat in. :( I really wish summer was longer, but what could you do?

Hopefully, next weekend, we'll go up again.
I miss the island already.
I miss the peace and quiet that comes with it.
I miss the stars that make you feel so small.
I miss the air that you can breath and taste and smell without choking.
I miss the trees that make you feel at home.
I miss the smell of smoke from the fire pit that was just enough.
I miss the beach and the soft, relaxing sand.
I miss the wacky islanders that make you feel like family.

I just miss it, in general.
I miss home.

Smiles,
Prudence.

PS: I feel a bit creeped atm, won't say why, but that doesn't deter me. Oddly enough.

Comments

Somebody recently commented on my post, The Cove, about the documentary that I'd watched and blogged about.
It was a really touching documentary that showed just ONE of the many injustices that MANY different animals go through.
I realize that there are many different animals around the world that are suffering.
I realize that dogs are killed for meat in China and gorillas, along with many other species, are killed in Africa.

But, I also realize that the slaughter of 23,000 dolphins annually is simply insane.

Now, the comment mentioned being a vegan. I am not a vegan, although I would love to be one and I so greatly admire those who are. Unfortunately, my health requires dairy and protein products, where supplements simply won't do. Now, if I ever have the opportunity to support this lifestyle without damaging myself, I will make this commitment.

As to the comment about wearing animal skins, I don't. I've pledged to IFAW, PETA and many other animal rights organizations to not wear furs, pelts, or any animal skins. Also, in regards to zoos, I realize that animals should not be kept in captivity, but zoos are more humane than the killing of dolphins. This is not to say that I support zoos. Raising cattle in a box is also considerably inhumane. However, I get all of my meat from a farm, where the cattle are allowed to graze and live normal, healthy lifestyles, until they have reached maturity and are well into the later years of their lives.

Although dolphins are intelligent, I believe that all animals should be spared and that all animals are intelligent in one way or another. If you will re-read my post, I said that "No creature should have to lose its friends and family; should have to be put through this monstrous annihilation!" I truly and sincerely meant NO CREATURE. Not humans, not dolphins, not any animal.

I simply blogged about this one topic at that specific moment and I don't believe I should be criticized for doing so.

However, thank you for your opinion. :)

Prudence B.

The Cove

I just saw the documentary, The Cove. The movie is about the brutal slaughter of over 23,000 dolphins per year in Japan for the fishing industry. Not only does the movie broadcast the cruelty and the horror of this slaughter, it also sheds light upon the mercury levels within these dolphins - an estimated 2000 ppm (parts per million), when Japan's standards are 0.4 - that are entering the food market and are being eaten unknowingly as most dolphin meat is not marked. The movie did an excellent job of displaying the common misconceptions, the ignorance around the world and the media blockage that is occuring in Japan. Although it was incredibly horrific, these atrocities need to be seen so they can be stopped!

Dolphins are the epitome of beauty, grace and innocence. They are friendly and a bond can easily be created between humans and dolphins. Their wonderful dispositions should not be taken for granted through cruel and tortorous slaughter. To listen to the eerie cries of these amazing creatures was absolute agony. No creature should have to lose its friends and family; should have to be put through this monstrous annihilation!


Please, help stop this now.
Go to www.takepart.com/thecove
On Facebook: http://apps.facebook.com/causes/petitions/252?m=0d6dec7c


GO SEE THE MOVIE.

Quick Update

Hello readers.

I just thought I'd complain quickly about the date.
It's September 1st! Happy birthday to Nikko, but that means that it's scarily close to school. :(
It makes me sad.
Anyway, I checked my email today and realized that my other blog (www.readthenact.blogspot.com) needed some work and some updating so I'm going through all my emails and well, updating it.

I also made some new webpages to hopefully make it more organized, even if it is a little more work. Oh well.. It's for a good cause, right?

It's a beautiful day outside and I really wish I was at my cottage but I'm going to focus and work hard on this and hopefully, I'll be done in an hour or two then I can go for a lovely walk.

xoxo,
Prudence B.