That's the Sound of Marlin Perkins Rolling in his Grave

Growing up I used to love the nature shows, like Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom or the 60's era film-strips that portrayed the bears of Yellowstone less like this and more like this.  I think it's important that our children understand the wonders of nature before we pave over it all and build another giant-ass Best Buy.

One of the great things about modern technology is that you capture nature footage that you never could before.  I couldn't believe what I saw the other day...it appears that scientists can not only film the most elusive scenes in the animal kingdom, but apparently they can now capture their thoughts!  And much to my surprise, they think a lot like us.

Next time you think about sailing away to a distant shore to live like an apeman, just let this be a warning...