6th September, 2006
Wow, Nobody Expected That, Steve
My reaction to the death of Steve Irwin is more or less: Wow, big surprise!
Yes, yes, I know there's an argument that he took brave risks to promote his good conservationist cause. But there's also the plain fact that if you put yourself in the line of danger often enough, sooner or later you'll lose.
Sure he did a lot of good promotion of wildlife issues, and I'm not taking that away from him, indeed I applaud his work.
But, for instance, look at David Attenborough. He's a man nearly three thousand years old, and still surviving. Why? Because of his decent sense of preparation, patience and caution.
So, in order to save similar future issues, these dashed reckless types would do well to take a leaf out his exemplary book and just be more damned British about things.
Show comments (14 so far)
Richard/WhiteBoyBob said:
I was going to say that even though his programmes were over the top at least his heart was in the right place, but well, you know.
6th September, 2006 at 14:38
Celti said:
Well, he was an adrenalin junkie - what can we say? At least he died doing what he loves. Though I am sad at the loss, I'm not at all surprised.
You know, you're a real smart-ass. Don't get me wrong, though - I love you for it. :)
6th September, 2006 at 14:46
Mistress Ubermilf said:
Celti said what I was going to say about the adrenaline junkie thing.
I know Australians are mourning and all, but I live in the U.S., where children in some neighborhoods get shot while playing in their own front yards.
I get much sadder about that, and I only have so much sadness to give. Sorry, Mr. Irwin.
6th September, 2006 at 15:25
trinamick said:
Yeah, can't say that was a big shocker. I figured he'd lose an arm/leg long before now.
6th September, 2006 at 16:02
ginonymlous said:
hey, he died the way he lived, as they say. i can't say i was surprised, but for him it's sort of an honorable death.
9th September, 2006 at 07:14
Kris said:
I'm gonna die doing what I love to do, too. Now snog me quick and pass the vodka.
11th September, 2006 at 15:20
Celti said:
*poke*
13th September, 2006 at 14:34
brooke said:
Every time I watched him on tv I would think that it was just a matter of time for him. Still, it's very sad.
17th September, 2006 at 14:42
Tam. said:
His death wasnt much of a shock to me its been hit and miss for him for a long time. Cant say he didnt live life to the full. AND he died doing what he loved which was like natural things. Im rather shocked i understood all of the big words you used. I usualy have no idea =]
4th October, 2006 at 21:11
mhn for short said:
Hey lovie!
Sad but true.
6th October, 2006 at 04:28
mongakim said:
I was sorry to hear he died, but I can't say it was much of a surprise for me either. I've heard his little daughter wants to follow in his footsteps, let's hope she doesn't follow all of them.
6th November, 2006 at 15:18
Celti said:
Hope you had a wonderful holiday, hon. Happy Christmas. *hugs*
26th December, 2006 at 20:25
Cyli said:
Hey neil. How have you been doing? I had to swing by today, since it is National Delurking week, and delurk and say I think about you. Since coming back I moved my old blog, Why Not Right to wordpress, (new url in comment form) and didn't know if i let you know so you could update your links. I see you haven't posted in a while so I hope you are doing okay and that your holidays went well. best of 2007 to you and take care of yourself okay? See you around - Cyli
8th January, 2007 at 22:24
Bill said:
Neil... long time no type... I hope all is well my friend... I'll be dropping you an email!!
20th January, 2007 at 17:01
