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Title
Lioness In Palm Desert
Artist
Phyllis Kaltenbach
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
I just couldn't resist taking a photo of these two children looking thru the glass at the lion at the Wild Animal Park. Two children are viewing the Lioness, thru glass, in Palm Desert, CA.
Why Nobody Pets the Lion at the Zoo:
BY JOHN CIARDI
The morning that the world began
The Lion growled a growl at Man.
And I suspect the Lion might
(If he'd been closer) have tried a bite.
I think that's as it ought to be
And not as it was taught to me.
I think the Lion has a right
To growl a growl and bite a bite.
And if the Lion bothered Adam,
He should have growled right back at him.
The way to treat a Lion right
Is growl for growl and bite for bite.
True, the Lion is better fit
For biting than for being bit.
But if you look him in the eye
You'll find the Lion is rather shy.
He really wants someone to pet him.
The trouble is: his teeth won't let him.
He has a heart of gold beneath
But the Lion just can't trust his teeth.
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March 30th, 2012
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San Francisco, CA - United States
Way cool!
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, Michael, so very much! I grabbed my camera so fast, I'm surprise I managed to get the photo! Smiles!
Gettysburg, PA - United States
Wow what an amazing shot and eye contact so much intelligence in the lioness eyes. LF
Sydney, NS - Australia
Gorgeous image, Phyllis. I find this gives me a great sense of calmness as they study each other. L/F
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, Joe, so very much! I agree, it does seem to do that. Maybe THAT is what caught my attention so fast. Smiles!
Cayce, SC - United States
What a great portrait Phyllis, I would love to know what going through the heads of each. Incredible.
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, Skip, so very much! It is one of my favorite Photos. I wanted to pet that lion, myself! Smiles!
Venice, CA - United States
Love it! What a great capture of a moment in time. Liked, Your fan, Jerome
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much, Jerome. Nice to hear from you again. Sorry I am so slow. I couldn't get FAA this morning. Smiles!
Brunswick, OH - United States
This is a wonderful photograph! One can only imagine what the lion is thinking. LF
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much, William. I couldn't help but think that, big ol' "Putty Tat", in his own circumstances, would have liked to have had a friend. Or maybe my world would just like it that way. Smiles!
Lake View Terrace, CA - United States
WOW, this is really amazing. I wonder what is going threw each of their minds here
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Hi Shoal, very much. I was so enchated with my view when I came upon this so unexpectedly.. It was a special moment.
Maggie Valley, NC - United States
this is a wonderful image Phyllis. l/f
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you very much Dennis. I was luck to be in the right place at the right time. Smiles! I was walking down the path and saw it right there in front of me! --- And I had my camera!
Cape Town - South Africa
What a wonderful capture! Congratulations on your 66 years together...that's what love will do! Bless you as always and stay safe!
Cayce, SC - United States
A great image with immense feeling.
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much,, Skip! It was a great opportunity, right before my eyes! Smiles!
Salo, FI - Finland
Lovely shot Phyllis! L
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much, Veikko! Thank you for visiting my Photos and paintings!
Encampment, WY - United States
Wow, what a fabulous expression of mutual curiosity! Love the intensity of this beautiful moment! fav
Allentown - United States
Phyllis, Congratulations on your Featured Image in WFS !
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much, Jeannie for Featuring "Lioness in Palm Desert", in Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery". It is most appreciated!
Sparks, , Nv - United States
Thank you, so very much, Randy, for the wonderful FEATURE of "Lioness in Palm Desert" in your delightful Group of "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery"?
Iola, WI - United States
Just adorable capture that is just mesmerizing, Phyllis! Your artwork recently submitted to our group WFS, has been chosen to be featured on our homepage with other members of our family of friends and fine artists. Thanks for sharing the beauty.
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Thank you, so very much, Randy, for the wonderful FEATURE of "Lioness in Palm Desert" in your delightful Group of "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery"?
Reno, NV - United States
Thank you , so very much, Morris. I like this one too. Sorry I am so late answering.
Greenwich, CT - United States
Wonderful photograph of a Lioness and a young child staring through zoo glass nose-to-nose! Very interesting capture with a sense of calmness in the eyes of the Lioness. However, I wouldn't remove the glass!!! F/L
Glens Falls, Ne - United States
What a wonderful image, love the gentleness in the lioness's eyes...as if she is looking at one of her own cubs. Love this photograph. L/F.☺
Lyubertsy, Mo - Russian Federation
Gorgeous capture, Phyllis!
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Hi Sergey! I missed this comment 3 days ago. Thank you very much for your wonderful comment!
Cambridge, ON - Canada
Fantastic capture, Phyllis!!! Perfect poem to suit this magnificent image! L/F
Chicago, IL - United States
Wow what a fantastic shot Phyllis! ..Two beings wondering about each other..and the poem is perfect!! :) l/f!!.
Belgrade, Se - Yugoslavia
Wonderful photo but sad to watch being in slavery.
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Yes, I agree, Drinka, but I think that old Lioness was getting some very tender care and she seemed to like it there. Thank you for noticing,
Centerport, NY - United States
Amazing capture! I hope that huge cat is behind plexiglass!
Phyllis Kaltenbach replied:
Hello, Lynda. Yes, the big cat IS behind plexiglass. ;-) Love your comment!
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