The Leaves Of The Forest Rustle Today....

The Lion of the jungle roars. He is a mighty force to be reckoned with. Few have dared to cross his path and those who do, have paid the hefty price. The monkeys of the forest chatter incessantly. Swinging from branch to branch, they abhor the Lion and his iron fist rule. "He must be put in his place!",they chant. They offer nuts to those who stop and listen.

The animals of the forest tremble at the impending arrival of the Lion. The monkeys have garnered their own supporters who rally their cries for a paradigm shift. Most, however, remain dormant and nary a whisker is twitched. Placid and defiant, the monkeys push their way through the crowd. They demand a head-on challenge with the Lion. Their brave battlecry is met with eventual defeat.

Triumphant from his win, the Lion swaggers away into the distance. The animals of the forest speak in hushed tones. Some leave with the monkeys while the others trail behind the Lion, fearing the punishment meted out should they follow otherwise. The Lion is essential for their very existence, their social & economic bearing. Thus, for a long time to come, the animals of the forest have little choice but to ascribe to the greatness of the Lion.