The Croc Hunter's Legacy

Tonight, we were watching the exclusive interview between Channel 9 and Terri Irwin when Beth turned to me and said, "Mummy, I want to go to Australia Zoo. I want to visit Bindi."

We've been following the publicity surrounding Steve Irwin's death by stingray barb, particularly because his accident took place the day before we arrived in Melbourne. Beth has been fascinatedly picking out media pictures of the Irwins and knows them as if they were her personal friends.

Beth seems to feel some sort of connection to Steve's 8 y.o. daughter Bindi, who has been held up as her daddy's successor in the Wildlife Warrior movement. She is so brave and articulate and passionate for her age, it's just amazing. I believe she will have a tremendous positive influence on the youth of her generation.

Likewise, I'm very touched by the love story of Terri and Irwin, by his love for his family, by his passion for wildlife conservation. It makes me look into myself and ask: what is my legacy for my children? What are my hubby and I leaving for them? Will they know how much we love them? If one of us is not able to be around for them, will they still grow up well-adjusted?

Meanwhile, we will have to think about how to fulfil Beth's wish of visiting Australia Zoo and even meeting with Bindi. Who knows how Beth's life will change after that.