Cows
January 6th 2008 04:04
The bovine mystique is simply captivating. Mysterious, really. One day all I see when eye to eye with a cow is a poker face far beyond my skills. Thank goodness they don't have opposable thumbs that would help conceal cards effectively. Other times, when in the presence of cows, I will recognize a stoicism that stands strong and unflinching while enduring whatever it is that cows endure. Rain, bugs, and nightmares of becoming meatloaf, I suppose. I have also marveled and found a sense of awe when in the gaze of a Buddha-like cow. Peaceful, relaxed, and at ease, as if perpetually in the calm eye of the proverbial storm.
Cows are cool.
I wonder if their are different castes of cows. Some pre-destined to become wallets, shoes, coats, and briefcases, while others go the more 'edible' path. And, within the edible path, if some are steak-bound while others are fated to be ground up into burgers, pasta sauce, and perhaps even meat pudding.
Cow milk is interesting. I wonder what cows think of humans tapping into that bovine well. I have never milked a cow. The udders seem large compared to those of the goat. I have milked a goat. It seems like my big hands would be better suited for the larger cow teat.
When I pass a cow, it standing there chewing cud and just staring out at the world, I always nod my head in acknowledgment.
Cows are cool.
I wonder if their are different castes of cows. Some pre-destined to become wallets, shoes, coats, and briefcases, while others go the more 'edible' path. And, within the edible path, if some are steak-bound while others are fated to be ground up into burgers, pasta sauce, and perhaps even meat pudding.
Cow milk is interesting. I wonder what cows think of humans tapping into that bovine well. I have never milked a cow. The udders seem large compared to those of the goat. I have milked a goat. It seems like my big hands would be better suited for the larger cow teat.
When I pass a cow, it standing there chewing cud and just staring out at the world, I always nod my head in acknowledgment.
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