Steve Irwin dies

I'm totally bummed about the death of Australian "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin. In one sense, maybe it shouldn't be a big surprise: he's been putting himself in the path of dangerous animals for years. It's a wonder that he didn't die from a snakebite to the crotch a long time ago. But seriously, it's tragic. He just seemed like such a good guy, obviously brimming with enthusiasm and vigor for life, and he did a lot to bring about awareness of all kinds of animals and nature in general. And unlike most wildlife TV personalities, like Marty Stouffer (sp?), who tend to be the quiet, boring types (although I liked his show as well), Steve had an electrifying personality that poured out of the screen at you. He could make a pile of dung exciting. Man, what a drag that he had to go. He'll definitely be missed; but at least he'll still be around for years on TV screens around the world...