Reflecting on Timothy Treadwell
By Martin C. Shaver (06/13/10 16:23:01)
I found the story of Timothy Treadwell to be particularly interesting in the sense that this man gave up everything he had, including his life, for the betterment of bears. although Timothy is constantly criticized for doing what he did, walking with enormous creatures that are thought to be one of the most dangerous species on earth, i feel that more good has come out of his story than not. being able to put himself out there for the love of the creatures is amazing; and 13 years to survive it all with only one but final incident is even more so. Timothy preached to children, and young generations that these animals are more than just a big beast but a creature with a heart and sole as well. he taught them that yes, they are dangerous, but they are more than that.

i honestly do believe that Timothy was able to make a lot of progress in the field of inter species relationships. even if his work while he was alive went unappreciated and almost unrecognized, i feel that in his death, being able to give up himself for these animals, that he is able to send that message, and drive it deeper into people that anyone else possibly could have. although i may not have done the same as he had, i respect him for his courage, dedication, and pure love for another species.

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