Thunder Quotes

“Others were frolicking in the mud. Their lives were carefree when they were sheltered under the peaceful forest. A large midnight blue butterfly floated by the herd. Her name was Jennetta Blue, and she was attracted to the tiny calf who made the ground tremble like thunder. Flitting closer to him, she passed over his head and floated here and there, until Thunder looked up at her. Thunder was mesmerized by the beautiful creature. He turned his trunk up to reach her, but she fluttered away before he could make contact. Jennetta Blue disappeared into the trees bordering the watering hole and Thunder stood there, disappointed that the butterfly had not stayed long enough for him to meet her. Nearby, Serenity called out to the youngsters. “Okay, little ones. Gather around!” “Coming, Mom.” Thunder prodded his large feet onto the ground before him and the dirt shook beneath him. The other calves followed suit, until they were all racing to reach Serenity first. “This is your next lesson in communication. Everyone in line now.” The young elephants bumped into each other, each one clamoring to be the first in line. One calf pulled another’s tail. Another nudged Thunder out of the way with a little too much zeal, but he returned the favor by stomping his feet, which made the calf move away from his spot. The calves could be competitive from time to time. Their clumsy movements continued to make quite a stir until they finally managed to gather themselves together in a passable line side by side in front of Serenity. Thoroughly amused, Serenity shook her head and tried to hide her smile at the young ones before continuing. “Wait here.”
― Erik Daniel Shein, Thunder

“vehicles to the side. They exited the trucks to start their search for the elephants that Drago had found earlier. Their heavy black boots crushed all plant life in their path. Drago took a moment to glance up at the sky. The moon was full, a good sign, with the moon lighting their way to fortune. Drago turned to the others. “We’ll see them better tonight.” A chorus of agreements came. Drago nodded to the side of the road and the men took up watch for the creatures that would soon make them richer than their wildest dreams. The fact that they would be destroying precious life in the process meant absolutely nothing to them. Greed was now fueling every inch of their brains. They sat and waited.”
― Erik Daniel Shein, Thunder: An Elephant's Journey

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― Erik Daniel Shein, Thunder: An Elephant's Journey