An Aslan sighting

On a recent trip to Florida, I had the opportunity to visit a friend of my dad's where you honestly wouldn't believe the decorations in his house without these pictures to prove it. He literally built himself a "zoo" of taxidermied animals, all of which either he, his wife or kids has shot. It truly is unbelievable... and wierd. Though I was wide eyed and in basic awe, it wasn't for me. Really, there are probably over 100 animals on his walls, on his floor, everywhere. Just check out this picture of the entry way.



I'm talking about lions, american buffalo, elk, deer, little deer, even smaller deer, a 17 ft alligator, a 6000 lb. hippo, a 3500 lb. cape buffalo, leopards, more deer, antelope, elephant tusks, and more. Just look around the picture and see what you can find.

I took this next picture of "Aslan's face" in his family room. Yes, his family room. (You can see a wider angle view below.)



I think I dare not mention my views on this whole thing out of respect for the fact that this man even let me into his house, and the last thing he probably want's is me pointing my finger at him and telling him I think he is wrong.. I won't go there.



I was amazed though at the beauty of these animals, especially the leopards. And, without such an opportunity I would probably never get so close to such beautiful creatures. The majesty of these wild cats could not be tamed in the confines of taxidermy.




Really. These animals are truly amazing and though I wish they would be left alone, in their own habitat to live and run and play, I am thankful this man let me in to his house. I will use the experience for years to come.