Chinese universities clearly do not teach their students enough about Panda teeth and Panda claws; only big Panda eyes and soft Panda fur. Enclosed: Yet another example of Panda propaganda. I find it fascinating how journalists can't avoid puffing panda pieces. My friends find my fascination equally fascinating. Ergo, I was pleased to discover this article forwarded to my Inbox three times this morning: PANDA ATTACK.
In short, a Chinese university student could not contain his desire to be near the cuddly creature as conveyed when he climbed into its cage seeking a warm embrace. Imprisoned panda Yangyang "(an affectionate name meaning 'sun')" did not reciprocate the tender feelings, most likely, because he was too busy feeling scared shitless. The good news, of course, is that no one died. The bad news, Pandas bite Chinese undergrads. The Great News, shaken Yangyang has gone about his somber and suffocating routine with unwavering ignorant bliss.
I imagine a course at some Chinese University called Pandas 101. Students share stories about their first encounters and draw adorable pictures. They visit the zoo often to keep a journal of panda habits and what it feels like to look at a Panda.
Today, Yangyang is eating a stick of bamboo and laying in a tiny pool of water. I think he's looking right at me. OH he is! Hi Yangyang. I wish I could crawl in there and we would snuggle in the sun, dreaming of our Chinese homeland. Oh dear, if I could just give you a Giant Panda Hug!
What is this power that turns Chinese intellects into drooling fools. I feel dumber and number each time I see one. For now, let's call this state of mind pandelusional.
Reading ~
Out Stealing Horses by Per Petterson. Book and Bars Book Club meets December 9th to discuss it @ Bryant Lake Bowl.
Listening ~
Nina Simone . . . Download Revolution and Do I Move You
Beny More . . . Download Babaratira and Encantado de la Vida
HAPPY THANKSGIVING:
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