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Monthly Archives: March 2012
Tanzanian Bucket List: Tent Camping in the Serengeti
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
Posted in Africa, Bucket List, Musings, Travel
Tagged giraffes, risk taker, safari, Serengeti, tent camping, travel
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Mom Caught a Whopper
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
Magic Carpet Ride ~ Part II: Hot Air Ballooning over the Serengeti
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
Posted in Africa, Bucket List, Recipes ~ Food, Travel
Tagged acacia trees, adventure, balloon safari, giraffes, musings, panorama, recipes, risk taker, Swahili
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Magic Carpet Ride ~ Part I: Hot Air Ballooning over the Serengeti
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
Posted in Africa, Bucket List, Travel
Tagged acacia trees, adventure, balloon safari, giraffes, hot air balloon, musings, risk taker, Serengeti, travel
15 Comments