A couple of days ago, we at Londolozi tried to define LOVE through the use of imagery and footage, filmed here on site. A wonderful short video was produced that, in my opinion, captured the essence and variety of love that takes place in the bushveld.
Now I want to try and show you my personal definition of the word HOPE.
Just yesterday I went out on drive feeling a little down. I needed something to show me that all is well and okay. I was gifted by a power animal! The most rewarding, entertaining and meaningful rhino sighting that I have ever had. To me those minutes, spent with a White Rhino mother and her calf, exuded HOPE! I trust through some of the pictures I managed to take, that you, like me will see the definition of HOPE. That you will see that in these times there are little gems which keep the heart fresh, in love and in HOPE.
A very young white rhino calf is currently being seen; here the little one is seen nestling up with it's mother.
A super up close shot of the little one's eye and the beginnings of it's horn. Pure untainted magic!
A side profile of this new addition
The definition of hope is seeing a tiny white rhino calf battling against the odds. Proving to us the resilience of this ancient species.
HOPE
A couple of months ago I was able to film another mother and her calf…another example of a success and hope story that is unfolding here at Londolozi.
Written, filmed and photographed by Adam Bannister
Adam, your photographs are brilliant, the colour and definition magnificent, and the subject adorable – I am glad your mood was lifted – do you know the gender of the calf?
It almost seems as if the mother is showing off her baby for the camera ,and the baby is so happy ,marvellous stuff ,thanks Keith.
I JUST LOVE those creatures!!! They remind me of little Bull Dogs…’bullies’! They have that same gaze and gait. I know they are powerful animals, but I just want to cuddle one! 🙂
Thanks for sharing HOPE!
(and I hope you are feeling better!)
Thank you, thank you.
How delightful!
Adam, what a beautiful blog. Yes…it gives us hope, but it also brought tears to my eyes. May they live long healthy safe lives.
Adam…these are fabulous !!! and there is always hope…always 🙂
Thank you Adam. This is why I have a tattoo of a rhino on my ankle. I carry the magnificent animal with me forever.
Adam I bet she’s a first time mother, do you know? Patsy
Patsy, sadly I do not know the answer to this. It would be interesting to know though
All your stories about the animals at Londolozi are so awesome!! Can’t wait in the mornings to get the latest update. Your pictures are the best!!!!!
Thank you vey much. I will keep them coming
Just lovely! Watching the calf’s dainty steps coupled with ears twisting this way and that, adds up to a very special moment. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Being a ‘boar’ in the Chinese astrological signs…this year I’m carrying a rhino key ring for safety. I carry it because the animal needs safe keeping these days.
Great photos …. always great photos from you. Keeps me in touch with Africa from halfway around the world.
I know Mark was on the vehicle with you and said it was the best sighting he has ever had.
Sitting at my desk at work, I get jealous every time your blog comes through! Many thanks for the awesome photos and text – I really do feel that I am at Londolozi everyday.