On Cloud Nine
It is a sad fact of modern life that many young children only get to see animals in circuses and zoos. In the circus environment, the animals are forced to perform for the public and are often treated badly. They are also often depressed or afraid. Terri never had to force any animal to interact with her. For example, riding elephants was a result of her mental and emotional connection to the animal, not as a result of coercion.
On Cloud Nine
Universal Love
This little girl loved all animals equally. It made no difference to her if they were slippery, slimy or smelly, cute or ugly, big or small. This photo sums this up in one image. You might expect a parent to grab their child from a situation like this, but Tippi’s parents knew this was normal for their child and she was not going to get bitten. Tippi had somehow managed to foster love and affection between what seemed like every creature under the African sun.
Universal Love
