Many dolphins suffered a horrible end to their peaceful lives at the Cove yesterday. The men found a large pod 150 or so. The pod split, one half got away, one half was butchered.
If you're not yet convinced this is crime, watch the last half of the video below.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Bloody Mess
A frightened pod of dolphins were captured and murdered yesterday in Taiji, including two babies, that were tossed on the gutting barge. The molesters actually were torturing 2 pods, but one group managed to escape. It was their lucky day.
The other group was ushered into the killing cove as usual, the nets went across, and the fate of those dolphins was sealed. Dead, gutted and gone forever. The visuals from the fish markets ( I presume it's the back door ), are so disturbing.
Would the world care more if the animal in jeopardy was any different? Or happening in a different country?
I do believe the world cares, but no one really takes action, gets off their ass and does anything about it. The more people that can get to the "Cove" in Japan the better. Strength in numbers.
The killing spree starts in Sept and ends in March.
I was reading the seashepherd.org website, and apparently there are other dolphin activist groups out there that are not associated with SS, that may have "other" approaches to dealing with these guys. This should be interesting!
Pls watch this video.
The other group was ushered into the killing cove as usual, the nets went across, and the fate of those dolphins was sealed. Dead, gutted and gone forever. The visuals from the fish markets ( I presume it's the back door ), are so disturbing.
Would the world care more if the animal in jeopardy was any different? Or happening in a different country?
I do believe the world cares, but no one really takes action, gets off their ass and does anything about it. The more people that can get to the "Cove" in Japan the better. Strength in numbers.
The killing spree starts in Sept and ends in March.
I was reading the seashepherd.org website, and apparently there are other dolphin activist groups out there that are not associated with SS, that may have "other" approaches to dealing with these guys. This should be interesting!
Pls watch this video.
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Update for November 26
25 dolphins were driven into the bay. Zero escaped, all died by the hands of murderous men with knives. The screams must have been something out of horror movie.
Everytime I read the updates of the dolphins being slaughtered, it's hard not to get super angry, then super sad.
I've been wearing all my "save the dolphins" shirts all week, it forces people to ask what it's all about. Sure, I'll gladly tell you about the slaughter saga. The usual reaction is "oh, I had no idea that happened, I loved swimming with dolphins while i was in Maui" Thats when usually go into activist mode. Then the conversation goes quiet, and there is awkward silence.
Everytime I read the updates of the dolphins being slaughtered, it's hard not to get super angry, then super sad.
I've been wearing all my "save the dolphins" shirts all week, it forces people to ask what it's all about. Sure, I'll gladly tell you about the slaughter saga. The usual reaction is "oh, I had no idea that happened, I loved swimming with dolphins while i was in Maui" Thats when usually go into activist mode. Then the conversation goes quiet, and there is awkward silence.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Wowza.
I believe the dolphins are spreading the word to their dolphin friends about the killings at the cove. They seem to be swimming out farther and deeper.
Today the boats went out in full formation for hunting. 1 large pod, possibly split in 2, were found just off shore. Despite hours of wasted efforts and tactics...the dolphins escaped. All of them! Yes!! Now go spread the word to your finned pals of the sea to stay far far away from there.
The area surrounding the cove was heavily populated by police and coastguards today, due to one of our fellow guardians jumping into the water yesterday!
She swam out and was met by approx. 4 or 5 of the killers, yelling at her, and holding up a sign in her face that read " get out of the sea " LOL. What a bunch of dummies. Now we cant swim in a public national park?
Can these men enjoy this? Day after bloody day of torture, and death. Deep down, I believe they can not really enjoy the slaughter. So what do they want? That's what I want to know. What will it take from the world for you 28 men to stop? Raping the oceans is old business and the world is watching. Unimpressed. You are bringing shame and embarrassment to your people. Even your emperor many years ago, banned the samurai, to evolve with the ever changing world. It's your turn. Salvage what dignity you have and move on. Planet earth is about to kick your ass..
Today the boats went out in full formation for hunting. 1 large pod, possibly split in 2, were found just off shore. Despite hours of wasted efforts and tactics...the dolphins escaped. All of them! Yes!! Now go spread the word to your finned pals of the sea to stay far far away from there.
The area surrounding the cove was heavily populated by police and coastguards today, due to one of our fellow guardians jumping into the water yesterday!
She swam out and was met by approx. 4 or 5 of the killers, yelling at her, and holding up a sign in her face that read " get out of the sea " LOL. What a bunch of dummies. Now we cant swim in a public national park?
Can these men enjoy this? Day after bloody day of torture, and death. Deep down, I believe they can not really enjoy the slaughter. So what do they want? That's what I want to know. What will it take from the world for you 28 men to stop? Raping the oceans is old business and the world is watching. Unimpressed. You are bringing shame and embarrassment to your people. Even your emperor many years ago, banned the samurai, to evolve with the ever changing world. It's your turn. Salvage what dignity you have and move on. Planet earth is about to kick your ass..
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Thursday November 25 2010. Day 8,9.
The fishermen kept their hands clean for 5 days. No blood in the bay, just the way we want it. Peaceful.
Until yesterday.
They ( Japanese fishermen ) went out into the ocean like a bunch of bullies and started to bang their tools and being assholes, and found a few pods. Most of the dolphins managed to elude the men, except 4. These 4 were shown no mercy, dragged alive to the gutting barge, drowning along the way beside their friends. Horrific. I'm still surprised by the brutality of it all. Wake up Japan!!! All the calls and letters ARE making a difference. Every time the phone rings and the word Dolphin or Taiji is said, the phone is hung up. Good! Soon they will realize that one Cove in Japan is not worth all the negative press. And for the losers that STILL are killing dolphins and whales...get a real job. You are long past doing anything for your "culture".
On a very happy note...my mom is coming to Japan! We ( maj and I ) are going first, and Ben is joining us a week later.
Im working on my auntie, hopefully she will make the decision to come as well.
Ben and I bought our tickets yesterday. Its official. Here we come.
Im a little scared, a little excited but mostly sadness. I know once I get there it will turn to fury. But I will keep my cool, I'm no good in jail ( and neither are you Ben ) to the dolphins, and Japanese jail probably wont comply with my vegan menu. So the plan. Stay calm and assertive ~ Cesar Millan. lol.
Until yesterday.
They ( Japanese fishermen ) went out into the ocean like a bunch of bullies and started to bang their tools and being assholes, and found a few pods. Most of the dolphins managed to elude the men, except 4. These 4 were shown no mercy, dragged alive to the gutting barge, drowning along the way beside their friends. Horrific. I'm still surprised by the brutality of it all. Wake up Japan!!! All the calls and letters ARE making a difference. Every time the phone rings and the word Dolphin or Taiji is said, the phone is hung up. Good! Soon they will realize that one Cove in Japan is not worth all the negative press. And for the losers that STILL are killing dolphins and whales...get a real job. You are long past doing anything for your "culture".
On a very happy note...my mom is coming to Japan! We ( maj and I ) are going first, and Ben is joining us a week later.
Im working on my auntie, hopefully she will make the decision to come as well.
Ben and I bought our tickets yesterday. Its official. Here we come.
Im a little scared, a little excited but mostly sadness. I know once I get there it will turn to fury. But I will keep my cool, I'm no good in jail ( and neither are you Ben ) to the dolphins, and Japanese jail probably wont comply with my vegan menu. So the plan. Stay calm and assertive ~ Cesar Millan. lol.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Day 7
The weather in Taiji today kept the heartless, primal fishermen at port today. Today will be the fourth day in a row with no kills :-)
Please, if any of you are heading to Mexico or the Carribean, please stay away from anyone who would like for you to come have a "dolphin experience". The only experience being had is a horrible one for our friend the dolphin. The dolphin in which you are interacting with looks like he's smiling. He's not. His skin is probably super itchy from being in artificial sea water loaded with chemicals, missing his pod, being fed old dead fish and being made to preform for stupid humans. Hopefully the dolphin is obedient so the trainers don't beat him. Its all a illusion when the dolphin in captivity looks like he's smiling. So eff'n sad. This is yet another instance where human is fueled by greed. Sick Shit.
What else is upsetting this morning is that my cleaners are no showing for a second week in a row. I wasn't really in the mood to start firing people so early on my day off. Arrg....I might have to put on the ol' yellow rubber gloves start myself. Good thing my trusty Ruby is always willing to lend a helping paw. xox.
Meagan
Please, if any of you are heading to Mexico or the Carribean, please stay away from anyone who would like for you to come have a "dolphin experience". The only experience being had is a horrible one for our friend the dolphin. The dolphin in which you are interacting with looks like he's smiling. He's not. His skin is probably super itchy from being in artificial sea water loaded with chemicals, missing his pod, being fed old dead fish and being made to preform for stupid humans. Hopefully the dolphin is obedient so the trainers don't beat him. Its all a illusion when the dolphin in captivity looks like he's smiling. So eff'n sad. This is yet another instance where human is fueled by greed. Sick Shit.
What else is upsetting this morning is that my cleaners are no showing for a second week in a row. I wasn't really in the mood to start firing people so early on my day off. Arrg....I might have to put on the ol' yellow rubber gloves start myself. Good thing my trusty Ruby is always willing to lend a helping paw. xox.
Meagan
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Day 5
Another good day at the Cove.
Once again the fishermen went out and returned empty handed.
Hopefully, the far and few between dolphins that have escaped, are spreading the word to stay away from the area.
The pressure is on the Japanese gov't to end this. The more letters we write, petitions we sign and calls we make, the more they will have to listen. International pressure is on.
Sign the petitions please. Its free, it will only take a minute.
savejapandolphins.org
What I've learned today:
wa ta be ma sen do bu tsu * I don' eat meat.
ke sa tsu o yon de * Call the police.
hot toy te * Piss off!
ya me te * Stop it!
at chi e i ke * Go away!
a shi ta ai ma sho * See you tomorrow. ~ this is my favorite so far. I will be so annoying to the killers.
su mi ma sen i ke ma sen * Sorry, I cant. ~My response when they tell me to go away.
Once again the fishermen went out and returned empty handed.
Hopefully, the far and few between dolphins that have escaped, are spreading the word to stay away from the area.
The pressure is on the Japanese gov't to end this. The more letters we write, petitions we sign and calls we make, the more they will have to listen. International pressure is on.
Sign the petitions please. Its free, it will only take a minute.
savejapandolphins.org
What I've learned today:
wa ta be ma sen do bu tsu * I don' eat meat.
ke sa tsu o yon de * Call the police.
hot toy te * Piss off!
ya me te * Stop it!
at chi e i ke * Go away!
a shi ta ai ma sho * See you tomorrow. ~ this is my favorite so far. I will be so annoying to the killers.
su mi ma sen i ke ma sen * Sorry, I cant. ~My response when they tell me to go away.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Day 4
Sooo tired. 14 hrs on my feet sucks. On the bright side, I think I have turned a carnivore to
a vegeterian. It's amazing what a few comments about dead matter in the body can do to a person. Lol.
Dolphin update...all good for today:-)no killing happened in the cove.
Meagan
a vegeterian. It's amazing what a few comments about dead matter in the body can do to a person. Lol.
Dolphin update...all good for today:-)no killing happened in the cove.
Meagan
Thursday, November 18, 2010
I was wrong.
I was wrong. Dolphins did die today.
Im cutting and pasting what one of the volunteers said happened today. His post follows.
This was a particularly grim day in Taiji. A very brave pod of 40 to 50 dolphins fought hard to avoid the Cove and save their lives. It was torturous to watch. They would break for freedom, only to be ensnared again. Finally, they were confined in the Cove and of course the trainer molesters came. They took nine, including some babies, away to the Taiji Whale Museum.
We saw something today we had not seen before: two dolphins were brought out from the Taiji Whale Museum and taken (alive) onto the gutting barge. There was a lot of noise on board the barge as these dolphins flailed about, but they were soon stilled by the gutter’s knife. We can only suspect that these two were unhealthy, troublesome, or no longer needed.
The Taiji dolphin molesters have gotten very creative with their attempts to hide their shameful deeds. They have even altered some tactics. They hurriedly drive spikes into the dolphins’ spine and plug the hole with wood to reduce blood loss. We know that this method often does not kill the dolphins, but leaves them paralyzed and still able to see and hear. We suspected most drowned while being towed by their tails out to the gutting barge. In today’s killing though, many were carried out to the gutting barge under tarps inside skiffs. We saw live dolphins on the gutting barge.
We hear stories that these so-called men are proud of what they do and honor their ancestors who took to small boats to tackle large whales hundreds of years ago. There is no honor in what happens here with dolphins. Perhaps the ancestors too would be ashamed of their descendants for this senseless and wanton slaughter.
Im cutting and pasting what one of the volunteers said happened today. His post follows.
This was a particularly grim day in Taiji. A very brave pod of 40 to 50 dolphins fought hard to avoid the Cove and save their lives. It was torturous to watch. They would break for freedom, only to be ensnared again. Finally, they were confined in the Cove and of course the trainer molesters came. They took nine, including some babies, away to the Taiji Whale Museum.
We saw something today we had not seen before: two dolphins were brought out from the Taiji Whale Museum and taken (alive) onto the gutting barge. There was a lot of noise on board the barge as these dolphins flailed about, but they were soon stilled by the gutter’s knife. We can only suspect that these two were unhealthy, troublesome, or no longer needed.
The Taiji dolphin molesters have gotten very creative with their attempts to hide their shameful deeds. They have even altered some tactics. They hurriedly drive spikes into the dolphins’ spine and plug the hole with wood to reduce blood loss. We know that this method often does not kill the dolphins, but leaves them paralyzed and still able to see and hear. We suspected most drowned while being towed by their tails out to the gutting barge. In today’s killing though, many were carried out to the gutting barge under tarps inside skiffs. We saw live dolphins on the gutting barge.
We hear stories that these so-called men are proud of what they do and honor their ancestors who took to small boats to tackle large whales hundreds of years ago. There is no honor in what happens here with dolphins. Perhaps the ancestors too would be ashamed of their descendants for this senseless and wanton slaughter.
Day 3.
I was asked why, when and how I became a part of this cause.
FYI. No dolphins were killed today. I wonder how much fuel the fishermen waste searching for pods to kill.
I first heard about the dolphin slaughter a few years ago on show I was watching about sharks and finning. The program touched briefly on the dolphin slaughter.
Then I started googleing and searching youtube for more info and facts. A few months after that, I saw that "The Cove" was playing on shaw on demand. So I watched it. It changed everything.
Being a vegan, killing animals is a touchy subject with me. I try very hard no to be "preachy", but jesus christ, people ask some dumb questions.
When I found out that the Sea Shepard conservation society was calling on volunteers to help stand guard at the cove, my next immediate thought..I was going. Then my second thought, shit, im in the middle of planning my wedding, and a wedding is a big money pig that eats all your extra funds. Hmmm. Well...there's always the honeymoon.
So as it sits...we are saving, taking extra work and stuffing all our money into our "flipper fund".
I am also going to be holding a fundraiser. All procedes from the night get directly donated to the Sea Shepard. I have to get all the details and materials from the conservation society, find a location and then the planning can begin. My goal is $10,000.
So til then..go buy a shirt and support.
savejapandolphins.org
Meagan
FYI. No dolphins were killed today. I wonder how much fuel the fishermen waste searching for pods to kill.
I first heard about the dolphin slaughter a few years ago on show I was watching about sharks and finning. The program touched briefly on the dolphin slaughter.
Then I started googleing and searching youtube for more info and facts. A few months after that, I saw that "The Cove" was playing on shaw on demand. So I watched it. It changed everything.
Being a vegan, killing animals is a touchy subject with me. I try very hard no to be "preachy", but jesus christ, people ask some dumb questions.
When I found out that the Sea Shepard conservation society was calling on volunteers to help stand guard at the cove, my next immediate thought..I was going. Then my second thought, shit, im in the middle of planning my wedding, and a wedding is a big money pig that eats all your extra funds. Hmmm. Well...there's always the honeymoon.
So as it sits...we are saving, taking extra work and stuffing all our money into our "flipper fund".
I am also going to be holding a fundraiser. All procedes from the night get directly donated to the Sea Shepard. I have to get all the details and materials from the conservation society, find a location and then the planning can begin. My goal is $10,000.
So til then..go buy a shirt and support.
savejapandolphins.org
Meagan
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
PS.
My husband said I was going to get in trouble for the things that I wish to write on my new blog. So to make a few things clear.
I like Japan. Actually I love it. I like Japanese people. All of them. Except for these stubborn assholes killing and trapping dolphins in a small cove in Taiji, Japan.
While in Japan, we are a couple that supports a cause. We are not a members. We are volunteering our time and efforts to bring awareness to the Japan dolphin slaughter, completely at our own risk and cost.
Meagan
I like Japan. Actually I love it. I like Japanese people. All of them. Except for these stubborn assholes killing and trapping dolphins in a small cove in Taiji, Japan.
While in Japan, we are a couple that supports a cause. We are not a members. We are volunteering our time and efforts to bring awareness to the Japan dolphin slaughter, completely at our own risk and cost.
Meagan
Day 2
No dolphins died today. Despite the men who tried to capture them early this morning.
A stone dolphin was constructed out of beach rocks at the cove a few days ago. This morning is was ruined.
What eles do these animal abusers have to hide? It seems the slaying couldn't really get any worse.
Another positive of the day..my client asked for my blog address! Someone DOES care. Thanks Carrie.
My last client of the night, was in Miami a few months ago, and was unaware that her "Mahi Mahi sandwich" was in short....a dolphin burger. Barf.
I find myself wondering how i'm going to keep cool, calm and collected if I witness the slayings. AND how will my husband keep his cool, if some angry japanese fisherman spits in my face. Our solution..learn some ef'n Japanese.
We are going there in peace, and trying to promote peace in our oceans. If we cannot use physical strength, we will use the strength of words. Their words, in their language. My first word to learn, Killer.
I keep checking flights for the best deals to get to Japan, so far its all about the same. $1400.00 Taxes in.
"we are the only mammals that foul our nest" The Cove.
For more info
savejapandolphins.org
seashepard.org
Meagan
A stone dolphin was constructed out of beach rocks at the cove a few days ago. This morning is was ruined.
What eles do these animal abusers have to hide? It seems the slaying couldn't really get any worse.
Another positive of the day..my client asked for my blog address! Someone DOES care. Thanks Carrie.
My last client of the night, was in Miami a few months ago, and was unaware that her "Mahi Mahi sandwich" was in short....a dolphin burger. Barf.
I find myself wondering how i'm going to keep cool, calm and collected if I witness the slayings. AND how will my husband keep his cool, if some angry japanese fisherman spits in my face. Our solution..learn some ef'n Japanese.
We are going there in peace, and trying to promote peace in our oceans. If we cannot use physical strength, we will use the strength of words. Their words, in their language. My first word to learn, Killer.
I keep checking flights for the best deals to get to Japan, so far its all about the same. $1400.00 Taxes in.
"we are the only mammals that foul our nest" The Cove.
For more info
savejapandolphins.org
seashepard.org
Meagan
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Day 1 Blog
Could you slaughter a animal?
Could you force 100 puppies into a garage and start slicing them to pieces?
A fishing community in Japan does just that. With dolphins. Entire pods.
Let me introduce myself.
My name is Meagan and I hate animal killers. I don't eat meat of any kind, or any animal products of any sorts. I dont wear leather, I love tattoos. Im a realist and a artist, I voted to legalize marijuana. I've married my soulmate, my bestfriend is a chihuahua, and in March 2011, I am headed to Japan to take on the dolphin killers and support the efforts of stopping the brutal, primal, slaughter of thousands of dolphins and whales every year.
Yesterday sucked. Footage was taken of a baby dolphin being separated from its mother. Mother was most likely taken to a local aquarium, and the baby to slaughter. It was said that the mother dolphin had to be restrained while listening to the cries of her baby and other family members being sliced and diced.
Why do I have a such a issue with this? Why am I making my husband take me to Japan for our honeymoon, instead of drinking margaritas in Hawaii?
A few reasons.
*dolphin meat is poisonous. Has high mercury levels. Yet pkg'd up daily and sold??? um hello???
*these are beautiful, intelligent creatures of the sea. They deserve to live there in peace.
*slaughter is performed in a barbaric inhumane way.
*our oceans are limited. And huge part of our eco system.
*we as modern humans molest and torture and kill animals for profit. Nice.
*I hate animal killers.
I have never participated in a blog, nor have a ever had one of my own. But maybe, just maybe, I can cause a stir, raise some awareness and help in some way.
Could you force 100 puppies into a garage and start slicing them to pieces?
A fishing community in Japan does just that. With dolphins. Entire pods.
Let me introduce myself.
My name is Meagan and I hate animal killers. I don't eat meat of any kind, or any animal products of any sorts. I dont wear leather, I love tattoos. Im a realist and a artist, I voted to legalize marijuana. I've married my soulmate, my bestfriend is a chihuahua, and in March 2011, I am headed to Japan to take on the dolphin killers and support the efforts of stopping the brutal, primal, slaughter of thousands of dolphins and whales every year.
Yesterday sucked. Footage was taken of a baby dolphin being separated from its mother. Mother was most likely taken to a local aquarium, and the baby to slaughter. It was said that the mother dolphin had to be restrained while listening to the cries of her baby and other family members being sliced and diced.
Why do I have a such a issue with this? Why am I making my husband take me to Japan for our honeymoon, instead of drinking margaritas in Hawaii?
A few reasons.
*dolphin meat is poisonous. Has high mercury levels. Yet pkg'd up daily and sold??? um hello???
*these are beautiful, intelligent creatures of the sea. They deserve to live there in peace.
*slaughter is performed in a barbaric inhumane way.
*our oceans are limited. And huge part of our eco system.
*we as modern humans molest and torture and kill animals for profit. Nice.
*I hate animal killers.
I have never participated in a blog, nor have a ever had one of my own. But maybe, just maybe, I can cause a stir, raise some awareness and help in some way.
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