Yes, sensational isn't it? Barbarians burns man - before that, they beat him and after burning him they put him on the train tracks.
I'm all for defending yourself and rather kill your attacker than be killed - but these vigilante barbarians accused, convicted and executed a man. This is unacceptable. The whole thing reeks of more than vigilantism. To me it seems that these people are blood thirsty criminals that will use any excuse to murder.
The worst part of this whole thing - if they get convicted they will only go to jail for a few months. Let them rot in jail and never see the outside world.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
Euthanasia | not the answer
Today I got another email about cats in need of homes... or else they will be put down. This really breaks my heart. If I could, I would adopt more kittens. At least I am doing something. I am supporting a pro-life shelter by donating.
I'm against euthanising of cats - period. Unless a cat is sick and nothing can be done - the cat deserves to live. There are plenty of pro-life cat shelters in South Africa to take homeless cats in. Yes, they do need the public's support and donations.
Another really big concern is that people leave South Africa and their pets. How heartless can you be? Your pet loves you, depends on you and most importantly, needs you to be there for them and protect them. Yet, here you pack your suitcases and leave the country - your cat on the other hand... will hopefully find a new home and not be euthanised. Have I had job offers in other countries - yes! Did I think it was a great opportuity? Yes! Did I first go look at the country's laws for importing my cat? Yes, that is why I'm still in this country.
If you are a pro-euthanasia person, think of it this way. We have thousands of children in shelters etc. - are we euthanising them just because they are homeless? I think not.
Have I mentioned that if you donate to a NPO (non-profit organization) you can put that on your tax form? Think about it. Support a charity and donate a few bucks every so often.
I'm against euthanising of cats - period. Unless a cat is sick and nothing can be done - the cat deserves to live. There are plenty of pro-life cat shelters in South Africa to take homeless cats in. Yes, they do need the public's support and donations.
Another really big concern is that people leave South Africa and their pets. How heartless can you be? Your pet loves you, depends on you and most importantly, needs you to be there for them and protect them. Yet, here you pack your suitcases and leave the country - your cat on the other hand... will hopefully find a new home and not be euthanised. Have I had job offers in other countries - yes! Did I think it was a great opportuity? Yes! Did I first go look at the country's laws for importing my cat? Yes, that is why I'm still in this country.
If you are a pro-euthanasia person, think of it this way. We have thousands of children in shelters etc. - are we euthanising them just because they are homeless? I think not.
Have I mentioned that if you donate to a NPO (non-profit organization) you can put that on your tax form? Think about it. Support a charity and donate a few bucks every so often.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Morons destroy much needed infrastructure in South Africa
Ok... let us all burn down a company or something if we don't like (not) paying for services or receive bad service. Yeah, that should solve it - and then they will feel the power we have. Good Going MORON.
Jip, I'm on the war path again after reading an article on IOL.
AND I QUOTE:
"If you remove our cables, you had better move all the power from the area. No-one can have it if we are not allowed to (have electricity)."
This is part of a bizarre threat made to the city after vandals destroyed a mini substation and totally blacked out a large part of Sea Cow Lake from Friday. The electricity supply was restored on Tuesday.
A note was left behind holding the city to ransom and threatening more of the same if the city clamped down on illegal connections and cable theft.
I have something to say to the idiots in this country that think like this... YOU MORON - PAY FOR SERVICES YOU USE - I have to pay, so can you. IF YOU BURN DOWN THINGS (or destroy), IT COSTS MONEY TO REPLACE, therefore rates will go up and people will have to pay more BECAUSE YOU ARE A MORON.
I’ve got news for morons that destroy much needed infrastructure in South Africa – someday people that actually obey the law will get fed up with supporting lame morons like you and move to another country. This means less taxes will be paid to support your moronic antics while you merrily sit on your ass at home waiting for mahala services and freebies from the g o v e r m e n t. If enough people move you will die a miserable moron with no electricity, no clean water, no food and no-one to take you to the morgue or make you a coffin.
Jip, I'm on the war path again after reading an article on IOL.
AND I QUOTE:
"If you remove our cables, you had better move all the power from the area. No-one can have it if we are not allowed to (have electricity)."
This is part of a bizarre threat made to the city after vandals destroyed a mini substation and totally blacked out a large part of Sea Cow Lake from Friday. The electricity supply was restored on Tuesday.
A note was left behind holding the city to ransom and threatening more of the same if the city clamped down on illegal connections and cable theft.
I have something to say to the idiots in this country that think like this... YOU MORON - PAY FOR SERVICES YOU USE - I have to pay, so can you. IF YOU BURN DOWN THINGS (or destroy), IT COSTS MONEY TO REPLACE, therefore rates will go up and people will have to pay more BECAUSE YOU ARE A MORON.
I’ve got news for morons that destroy much needed infrastructure in South Africa – someday people that actually obey the law will get fed up with supporting lame morons like you and move to another country. This means less taxes will be paid to support your moronic antics while you merrily sit on your ass at home waiting for mahala services and freebies from the g o v e r m e n t. If enough people move you will die a miserable moron with no electricity, no clean water, no food and no-one to take you to the morgue or make you a coffin.
Monday, August 18, 2008
Launch of animal shelter and adoption centre
Press release: Launch of animal shelter and adoption centre
06 August 2008
The Co-operative Cat Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre will be launched on the 7th of September 2008, an initiative between a Bloubosrand veterinary practice and existing pro life charities (Sterischeme, Fora, Four Paws, Feral Foundation and Friends of the Cat). The veterinary practice has been involved with animal charity work for over 15 years. The purpose of the shelter is to provide a shelter and home to cats and kittens in order to find suitable homes for them. The shelter and adoption centre is situated on Farm 145, Nooitgedact on the R114.
Says Jennifer Simpson, “We are opening a cat shelter with a difference. We believe in the policy of ‘pro life’ for all animals unless they are terminal. Our centre will assist to find homes for many unwanted animals. We will also adopt out puppies and dogs on Sundays but they will not live on our property due to the property regulations.”
All cats and kittens will be tested for dread diseases, sterilized, inoculated, dewormed and micro chipped. The shelter will run with an emphasis on the humane treatment of animals but also incorporates a scientific approach.
Sick cats will be quarantined and kittens bottle raised until they are old enough to be adopted out. The animals at the shelter will live in comfortable and hygienic conditions – a key consideration for the organisation.
In addition, every time a cat or kitten is adopted, two cats are saved as a space has been made for the next cat in the sanctuary. The organisation is also planning to run workshops to educate children from disadvantaged backgrounds regarding animal welfare and the paramount importance of animal sterilization.
Simpson concludes, “We are appealing to businesses and the public to assist with the launch”. As per the adage coined by Mahatma Ghandi, ‘We must become the change we want to see’.
The organisation requires the following donations:
We urgently need cash donations to contribute towards rent , fridges, a washing machine, travel boxes, aviaries, huts, kennels, cages, plastic picnic baskets, litter trays, food and water bowls, shelves, counters, shop fittings, paving, awnings, canvas, roll downs for cattery, humidifyers, vapourisers, clear plastic drawers/units, dustbins, hot water bottles, hot beanbags, cellphones and airtime, gumboots, overcoats, a microwave, kettle, furniture for cleaners room, patio furniture, washable soft toys, brooms, mops, dustpans, cleaning materials, wheel barrows, garden tools, kitten bottles, ice trays, scratch posts, garbage bags, veterinary drugs and volunteers.
Banking Details
Account Name: Four Paws
Bank: Nedbank
Branch: Fourways
Branch: 168405
Account: 1684133556
052-145 NPO Number
For any further information please contact Melanie on 011-4625839 or Jennifer on 0823253585.
Editorial contacts:
Jennifer Simpson
Tel: 0823253585
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