It is a pity that so many Misunderstandings could be cleared up in an instant, and yet go unaddressed. Critters stagger through life, wishing they had fixed matters when it was possible.
‘After the Ball’, a song written by C.K. Harris in 1891, tells a story of injured feelings, dishonor, and rejection. Sentimental perhaps, but heartfelt and mega-popular in its day.
Rhinos have to be careful. Our sensibilities are delicate.
That’s right! This is it! A day to hone your skills and lose your temper at this board game, invented in 1903 by Elizabeth Magie, later published by Parker Brothers in 1935.
Rhinos venture to play this game at a distinct disadvantage. We own nothing, so the intricacies of bartering and economics are mostly meaningless.
Still, anything with little plastic houses and colorful paper money can’t be all bad, right?
Sir Wm. S. Gilbert (b.1836), of Gilbert & Sullivan fame, wrote the books, dialogue, and lyrics for the pair’s many hugely successful operettas. Their talents complimented one another in every way. For most people, they exist primarily as a unit: Gilbert&Sullivan. Their influence on musical theatre has been profound.
Of course, Rhinos did not sing their songs to themselves before G&S wrote them; for that pleasure We had to wait. But We have made up for the delay with vigor. As clever as clever can be!
Happy Birthday, Mr. Gilbert. And thank you.
We are aware that Rhino tails are the envy of many critters, including those that don’t have them. We cannot account for this advantage, but We certainly can be grateful for it.
One secret of maintaining a tail is dietary. Greens is the Magic Elixir. Not only do We feel better, but We also appear to advantage.
Though We appreciate all out parts, it might be that tails are our favorites. But there are a lot to choose from.
Every Rhino is a contributor to the RhinoMyth; that’s just a fact. Together, Rhinos are a Natural Accomplishment.
However, each one of Us has a solo experience of the world, a path each of Us follows to its natural conclusion.
We are just noting the situation, not critiquing it.
Rhinos are keen observers of Nature. We keep an eye out for possibilities; maybe some other critter does things We haven’t done, but might do, now that We consider a new option.
Squirrels are interesting, but they seem so nervous, almost frantic. These are not recommended paths for Rhinos. How could We maintain bulk if We were always scampering hither-thither? And all that chattering?
We do like the idea of living in trees though. Oh, and front teeth.
Rhinos would be lacking something if We could not experience doubts and distresses. We try not to look for trouble, but We can’t win ’em all.
Sometimes, We just have things on our minds.
Today is Robert Louis Stevenson’s birthday, back in 1850 in Scotland. Despite having had a tough time getting recognized, his works are among the best known 19th century writings today.
Rhinos like ’em, and don’t care who knows it!
Rhinos have many Social Possibilities, public personae for all occasions. We call it Sophistication, whatever others may label it.
For some critters, it might be exhausting. But Rhinos are built tough.
We glitter naturally.
For Rhinos, understanding the Past is like trying to understand the Present. It’s a no-win proposition. There are simply too many variables, most of which We have no way of comprehending.
The Past is interesting, We grant you. But We always come down to one version of what and why, versus another, if not a dozen variations.
The Past is great but relies on a lot of twists and turns. Gotta stay Flexible when dealing with the Past. Also, the Present.
Your Inner Rhino 