Such a simple, serene write. I can picture the elephants making their way through the challenges of life, taking their time and maintaining peace in their world. The symbolism in the "one more blade of green, green grass", makes me think of how sometimes we tell ourselves we only have a little further to go until the light at the end of the tunnel becomes reachable. I think as humans, many of us strive for the same as the elephants you described. We want to get through the challenges while maintaining our peace. Sometimes those challenges are a marathon and not a sprint! Well, well done.

It’s said that elephants have great memories. So I see the scene as written with the slow gradual walk through life. That actually works really well in that level.

Here’s what see underneath. These elephants are heavy memories following us around and shaping our lives. We learn from memories and improve or sometimes we are traumatized by them and they may effect our behaviors.

Excellent job
Tim

those beautiful creatures of high intelligence...have you ever looked into an elephants eyes? they are such beautiful orbs reflecting their souls and lives. to make an elephant's journey, one must trust in their path, and dedicate each step to the now evolving into the future. once upon a time, I was introduced to an elephant named Rosie! she had been abused by a trainer and been rescued. she was fearful and shy. it took patience to win her trust. she was truly a lovely lady. she let me pat her on the neck and rub behind her ear. it was one of the treasures of my life.

what really makes me angry is the Ivory trade...they kill those beautiful creatures for their tusks! (your last lines remind me of this) if I had my way, the human animals who participate in this horrific trade should be relieved of their sexual organs and left to die.

sorry for the graphic content,

*hugs, Cat