In spite of all our differences, the one thing that binds all living creatures is that we each have an expiration date. This finality to our existence is what makes life special, something to be cherished and protected. But occasionally things can go terribly wrong…
British teach Kate Drew, working as a volunteer teacher in Tanzania, was spending a few weeks traveling across Africa on a bus with other backpackers. As part of the trip, they visited a game reserve where lions are bred to be released back into the wild. Tourists can pay ÂŁ24 to walk with several of the big cats, which are considered tame enough for contact with humans.
Suddenly a lion pounced on Drew from behind and pulled her to the ground, sinking its teeth into the back of her neck. As wardens rushed to help, the 400-pound lion kept Drew firmly in its grip, its jaws just missing her brain stem. Seconds later, Drew was rescued, dripping with blood. The bite wounds left her needing 13 stitches.
Recalling the attack, Drew said she assumed she was a “goner” after the lion pounced. As it held her on the ground, she was even more terrified to see two more lions running her way. Wardens believe the lion only intended to “play” with her after being attracted by her mane-like long blonde hair.
