An Open Letter to all the Animal Activists

Donald Trump and The Rhino Wars
It would seem that every person in the world has an opinion and a comment on Trump’s winning the election. As my interest lies more with animals than humans, I cannot say that the illegal immigrant issue moves me. What does worry me is the Trump boys and their trophy hunting. Still keeping an eye on some of the save the rhino sites I see that I am not the only one.
Alas, since I decided that Facebook pages/groups on Rhino Poaching and the majority of the members in such groups were pretty worthless.  – You can TRY and shoot me down on this statement, the comments on my blog are open, so please do.  – Yesterday was no different on the Rhino sites, well, maybe just a little more hysteria than the usual, but not much.  Posts were many; comments flew, most along this vein.
Because of the Trump’s lack of understanding or caring about basic nature conservation most people were doom and gloom prophets. Lots of uppercase and explanation marks. As usual, talk, talk, and very little else.  Mostly insulting Donald Trump and name calling, like kids. I believe that this type of action by that Hilary woman, cost her the election.
So, me with my big mouth, the ultimate armchair warrior according to some of the rhino activists, what am I doing? I have a small plan and I propose to all the other loud mouths to do the same.
Firstly if you want to be a soldier in a war, here we are in a war, the Rhino Wars, first thing you have to do to be victorious is: Know your enemy.
Trump is first and foremost a businessman; forget his personality, such as it is, for a few minutes. Using that start thinking how saving the rhino can help him in his new business; being the President of America. Think about how NOT caring for all endangered species can harm him.
Now think about his personality.  Huge ego of that there is no doubt. This is fine weapon for activists to use to help the rhino. Think of how he can boost this ego, by joining our ranks.
Once you have that as a base of you thinking process, pen a letter to the man, not an insulting one like many of you have most likely already damn sent anyhow, but one that plays on these two weaknesses the man you can only see as your enemy right now. Write a POLITE letter, for heaven sake!  Those of you that have contacts in the media, find the best “Open Letter to…” get as many signatures as you can and get it published, shared and viral.
I hope I have insulted you enough to spur you into some real action.
Please note:  I DO know that there are good people out there that are doing a lot more that I. Please excuse yourself from the above.
Wayne Bisset

aka
THE MEXICAN HORSE THIEF
You can read a few tales about my past on the link above, if you wish.


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Caring for your Pet Shrimp

The first thing one has to do when deciding to acquire a new pet is: not to just rush out and grab the first one you see. Shrimps come in a specially designed package, this is an ecosystem of its own; if the ecosystem package is unhappy your shrimp will be unhappy and refuse to allow you to pet it at all!
It is very important that you are as happy with the package as the shrimp is happy with the ecosystem. The variations of packages is limitless, I tend to like the newer models and less frills. This is however a personal choice, no matter what make or model you chose it imperative that you take care of it and make sure the ecosystem is happy. That is a whole lesson on its own! Personally I have great trouble keeping the package in one piece.
However, as an animal lover, I do know how to look after the shrimp itself. Here are a few useful general tips. Please be aware that all shrimps have their own personality and idiosyncrasies. You will have to feel your way with each one.
Everyone knows that a wet shrimp is a happy shrimp, ensure your shrimp is wet before you attempt to pet it.
Always start off slowly and gently, do not just barge in.
Shrimps enjoy been stroked slowly and rhythmaticaly at first. You may increase, as the shrimp gets orgasmatically happy.
While doing that it is always a good idea to pay attention to both the ecosystem and the package at the same time.
Once your shrimp is well satisfied it can be left alone and the rest of the package taken care of. If you spend a while caring for the rest of the package instead of wondering off or falling asleep, your shrimp will be pleased to see you next time.
Shrimps are very intelligent and remember every visit.
by – THE MEXICAN HORSE THIEF