Steve Irwin

I have just heard Steve Irwin has died. I feel a little sad about this. He was a good bloke, may be a bit of a dork, but one of the few real genuine people. I have no real connection with him other than seeing him doing a show at his Australia Zoo earlier this year. I guess that was enough to catch some of his enthusiasm. I will also admit to have watched his TV shows and movie – having a young son gives one an excuse. Well, just maybe, I was a fan.

His exuberance and passion for animals and preservation made him unique. I know a couple who went to high school with him and apparently what you see on TV is him. It is not fake. His over the top enthusiasm is because that is the way he was.

It sounds like he died doing what he loved. I guess that is a good thing. I offer my sympathy to his family and friends.

I salute a life well lived. May his work continue.