Rhinos are always interested in the core values and motivating processes of plants, in this case the Baobab Tree. We have tried over the millennia to focus our thinking in such a way as to absorb the Vegetative Vibrations, to root out the Baobab Mystique, as it were. Heh, heh.

It might be argued that Nature does not mean Us to comprehend Baobabness; the same opaque rules hold true for dandelions and lichen as well. They are true to themselves, and to their methods and schemes. Rocks too.

What’s also true is that We are not a great deal better at truly knowing what any other being, Rhinos included, has on its mind. We may observe, and draw conclusions, but ultimately, none of Us is entirely Knowable.

Said and done, do We each know ourselves that much better?

When growing up, most Experiments are pretty random. We try one thing and another, but the consequences simply enhance our understanding of the world in which We function. Many Experiments are tried and true, so We are just confirming RFamily efforts of the past. Tradition.

Occasionally, somebody comes up with a Really Special Experiment, which can have Really Surprising Results.

It is a tough call, deciding whether to embark on Adventure or not. No outstanding answer that We know of. We’ll let you know if We zero in on a Policy.

We want to discuss the many selves each of Us has inside. For many the Inner Rhino is spiced with Inner Buffalo, others have Inner Squirrel, and others have a rampant Inner Kangaroo. Or a blend, one way or another. That is how We are made, part of Nature’s rich tapestry of Rhinos.

These traits often make themselves evident pretty early on, often surprising the Mom in question. Still, there is little profit in arguing with a tot who won’t stop hopping. Why not just go with it and see what happens? We can always hope for a postcard from Australia…

Character gets built one way or another; why interfere? Who knows best? Ah, Nature knows best, every time.

We had hoped to avoid this sort of post, but We at Your Inner Rhino have been persuaded that a ‘no-velvet-glove’ policy is necessary. You Readers must simply Face the Music.

Given superior Rhino experience and longevity, We have to occasionally cut across, and deliver the Nitty Gritty. Today is just a sample.

Enough said.