Perceptions of a dead seal - The influence of our reactions
Today we went for a walk. Just a short one around The Kom, a rocky outcrop of land protruding into the Atlantic near Cape Point. It is similar in look and feel to parts of the Maine coastline in North America. At high tide the local fishermen are able to use their knowledge and skill to navigate small rowing boats carefully between the rocks to land their catch. It was low tide and little pools of water lapped between seaweed and rocks creating a delightful opportunity for our little daughters to enjoy the variety of pelagic birds. Rosemary our eldest was keen to find out whether the pair of Egyptian Geese were guarding a nest, or simply enjoying the morning sun. As we crept over the rocks we came across the remains of a dead seal. At first I thought the children may be saddened or repulsed by the sight. It is so easy to influence someone's view just through your reaction. Mountain guides quickly learn to ,remain unphased and not to react negatively to events. Your group always...