An Elephant in the Forest

Let a person walk alone with few wishes, committing no wrong, like an elephant in the forest.

—Verse from the Dhammapada, Sayings of Buddha

This is a picture of Tarra, one of the rescued circus and zoo elephants living at the 2700 acre Tennessee Elephant Sanctuary. The Sanctuary's mission is to provide the best possible home for sick, lonely, abused, or troubled elephants, and to educate the public about these sensitive and intelligent creatures. Visit the Sanctuary at www.elephants.com.

Comments

[JLB]

Elephants are among my favorite creatures - I'm sure I've been one more than once! :)

I was just reading about that sanctuary because in Seattle there is a great deal of conflict over a particular Asian elephant, who some believe should be retired to the sanctuary where she'll be more comfortable.

I think that it would be great if there were more elephant sanctuaries for them to live BEFORE they get troubled, sick, and overwrought. Such amazing creatures!

JLB

[Trailhead]

I'm a big fan of elephants, and I'm enjoying just looking at this one.

[Dan Trabue]

Hey Sylvia, I noticed the Tom Brown link off to the side. Do you know much about him? I've read a couple of his books and have wondered about taking one of his classes some day.