A Man With A Mission

Today is Steve Irwin's birthday. 

I just have to say, I loved this guy. I loved his passion, his goofiness, his smile and even his trademark haircut. I know loads of people thought he was over the top but he did a ton of good educating children and adults about wildlife, all while burning an incredible energy that never seemed to end. I am sorry that he left his family, his small children but I am sorry for the world too. He was one of a kind.

Enjoy this sweet little video

Comments

  1. BrianFebruary 22, 2019 at 9:34 AM

    He was a one of a kind ambassador for wildlife. We lost him way too soon.

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  2. My Corner of the worldFebruary 22, 2019 at 9:35 AM

    He was a great a person for the animal kingdom and I loved his personality on T.V.!

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  3. anne marie in phillyFebruary 22, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    his cute face/accent makes me weak in the knees.

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  4. Marie SmithFebruary 22, 2019 at 2:06 PM

    His children do great work now.

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  5. Debra She Who SeeksFebruary 22, 2019 at 3:25 PM

    I loved Steve Irwin precisely BECAUSE he was over the top! Google is honouring his birthday today with one of their Google Doodles.

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