We were up and out at 5:30. A quick coffee and off first our first early morning game drive. It was cold but not as cold as I thought it would because of th clouds. Right away we saw a heard of wildebeests. Then more Nyalas, followed by a beautiful sunrise. Our guide was on a quest south to find the elephants. They had moved … Continue reading 7/31 Troys Birthday!

Monday we got up and headed back to airport to head to take a short flight to Hoedspruit. We were picked up there and headed to our Karongwe Reserve. We traveled along the beautiful Drakensberg mountain range. Passing orchard after orchard of citrus lemon, grapefruit, orange and mango trees in bloom for November harvest. Miles and miles of rich agricultural. The fruit stands packed with … Continue reading 7/30 Karongwe Reserve

We have been traveling now for nearly 24 hours. Flights on Delta and KLM. The first leg to Seattle was ok. Decent meals. Old plane. I started a fat book, Troy had Tv and games. Alls good. We had a three hour layover in Seattle. We started in the Amex Experian club. Small and crowded but sufficient. Had a drink and a bite then headed … Continue reading 7/29 Our Anniversary

We have a 44 pound limit including our carry on. It makes one think about the essentials only. A month long vacation with only three pair of shoes??? Is that possible? I have been hanging clothes and laying out items for a month so today I organized it all and park it all for the two of us. No problem meeting the total weight requirements. … Continue reading Today we pack!

When life throws you curve balls you have to decide what to do with it. We are going to live life to it’s fullest! Seek adventure and share it all with you! Continue reading