Rotary GSE to South Africa 2009

Fun stuff 04/28/2009
 

Our Rotary hosts have been taking good care of us these past few days. They've made sure that we've seen some of the best parts of their country.

On Saturday, we went wine tasting at Delta wine farm. They had some great stuff, and we were disappointed to learn that shipping to the U.S. wasn't an option. They also had a great museum detailing the history of the area, going back to the Stone Age.

On Sunday, we went to Spier, a farm and wildlife refuge. They take in cheetahs (and other animals) who have been injured or orphaned. Barb and I participated in the "cheetah encounter," which allowed us to spend some time petting Joseph, the cheetah.  Apparently, Joseph has starred in some film with Patrick Swayze. I thought he looked familiar.

On Monday we drove to Hermanus, where we'll be spending a few days. The photo above is from the cliff walk along the ocean. We have a free day today, which has been a much needed break. We've been walking around and eating all day. It's been very nice not to have a schedule.

A word to the homies: It's much more fun from this side of the blog when you all post comments!

 


Comments

Emmy Creigh

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:44:19

I loved the layout ... following "the best parts of their country" with a picture of bottles of wine! Thanks for the stunning landscapes and fun stories.

 

Rachel C.

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:31:30

That is a true bummer that you cannot bring back the wine. BOO!

Thanks for showing us your pics so that we can live vicariously through you. :)

I am glad that you were able to enjoy a day off and just breathe and soak the whole experience in...good for you!

And meeting a cheetah...wow, really jealous..how exciting to be near such a powerful and endangered animal. I can only imagine the awe...

 

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:22:15

Wow, I am super envious of you getting to hang out with a cheetah -- and a movie star, no less! Also thanks for the encouragement to comment. Glad to hear you're getting a day off. Jessica and I went to the rock gym on Sunday, but it just isn't the same without you . . . have fun and see you soon!

 

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 22:45:24

The sky gives space and peace and serenity

 

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 21:57:47

Write very well, there are some others that resonate.

 



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