Life Under the Big Top

We made our way to the big top…expecting excitement.

Two rows behind the one ring soon to be filled with tigers, elephants, camels and a woman swinging high on a trapeze.

Our anticipation was rewarded.

Eyes enlarged.  Unable to take in all.  In awe.

Truly…death-defying acts performed before us.  Stunts done without mats.  Angry tigers.  Kids delighted.  I cringed.  Unsure if we should’ve been watching.  I was waiting for the worst.

Performers risked life and limb…

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