If you were going to be dropped off on a desert island, and left for a period of 10 years, what animal would you take with you?
This thought occured to me while ironing. I enter a trance-like state when ironing which gives rise to interesting thoughts. It also means I take an hour to iron one shirt.
A dog would be an obvious choice, but while it would make a good companion, it would not be much practical use.
A cat would be less companionable and even less use.
A cow would be good for milk, but would be clumsy and would probably have to live outside the mud hut, tree house, cave or bivvy.
A goat would be good for milk and hair and could probably live indoors.
A cheetah would be cool. Really cool. But useless. And there is always the risk that you would wake to find it eating your leg.
Sheep are sub-goat.
An elephant would be useful but would take some feeding. And might be scared off by mice.
A panda would be nice for cuddling at night.
A chicken would be good for eggs but might not live long enough.
Penguins are cool but pointless.
I just can't decide. One moment I want an orang-utan, the next I want a mir cat. Or a grizzly bear.
Or an eagle.
Any ideas?
Comments (6)
I'd probaby take the penguin. I'm easily amused and since I'd be bored, I'd need the entertainment :)
Posted by Brianne | January 31, 2006 9:46 PM
Posted on January 31, 2006 21:46
Hiya, found you thru Blogexplosion
Good question: Im stuck between donkey [to pull loads/ carry me/ cuz they're cute] and dog [companion/protection/warm] Although if i needed to for survival, I couldnt make myself eat either of them. So I guess goat.
Golly, im not even ironing and im spending a lot of time thinking about this.
Posted by juicya | January 31, 2006 11:45 PM
Posted on January 31, 2006 23:45
I'd take my cow, Chiquita. Even though I am lactose intolerant and she would be pointless.
Posted by Lauren | February 1, 2006 1:47 AM
Posted on February 1, 2006 01:47
Obviously, I'm quite partial to the goat idea, although that might be redundant.
I think the best bet is a dolphin, because then it could swim you to safety.
Posted by Miss Jay | February 1, 2006 10:14 AM
Posted on February 1, 2006 10:14
I'd take my cat. I wouldn't be too worried about usefulness, just the companionship. And something warm and fuzzy to hug at night.
Posted by Kourt | February 1, 2006 1:20 PM
Posted on February 1, 2006 13:20
Dogs are useful, if a bit over loyal.
Posted by Paul Morriss | February 1, 2006 1:41 PM
Posted on February 1, 2006 13:41