Monthly Archives: March 2012

Tanzanian Bucket List: Tent Camping in the Serengeti

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

Having an opportunity to work for two weeks in an orphanage in Ilula, Tanzania, was exciting and rewarding enough; however, it became clear that we needed to arrange an extended tour of that magnificent country. This meant creating our Tanzanian … Continue reading →

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Mom Caught a Whopper

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

Beautiful, gorgeous day. Blue skies, gentle breeze and mild temperatures. Perfect day for boating and fishing. WOW!! On my second cast I catch a nice size sea trout, with out tangling my line or losing my fish while reeling it … Continue reading →

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Magic Carpet Ride ~ Part II: Hot Air Ballooning over the Serengeti

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

I feel safe. I feel secure. I feel warm. A blast from the whisper burners emits enough heat to take off the morning’s chill. We are told that cool mornings create calm winds, ideal for ballooning. The twin balloons in … Continue reading →

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Magic Carpet Ride ~ Part I: Hot Air Ballooning over the Serengeti

Posted on March 1, 2012 by

I hear the fist pounding on the door, a pause, and then a gentler knock. Rolling over I look at the clock. 4:00 AM. Wake up call!  African style. I have waited 20 years for this moment: A hot air … Continue reading →

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