We boarded in DC a full hour before the flight left. Lucky us. We chased the moon during most of the flight from the States until morning sunlight touched the clouds. It was then that the passengers actually slept a bit. They feed you well on South African Airlines. The supply of warm, actually tasty, food didn’t end. We have found the people here to be overly helpful to the two of us. It probably doesn’t hurt that we appear a bit anxious and may be seen wandering in circles with our luggage cart.
It is a beautiful and softly breezy Wednesday night here in Johannesburg. We are staying at the City Lodge near the airport. With laughter in their voices and almost dancing in their steps, everyone here, from the receptionists to the waiters to the cooks, seems to enjoy teaching us Zulu phrases and they appreciate our attempts to learn. They all have more energy than we do right now!
Hi Girls, I just wrote a note and it was blown away by a blip because we are having big storms.
ReplyDeleteWell Hope you are rested from the ordeal of traversing the stateside airlines. The photos are beautiful and I am expection to learn some Zulu on your return. I am hoping Martha received the mesh carrier for the cheetah she is bringing home for me. :-) Sooo enjoy the joy of the locals and here are some big hugs and kisses for you both. XOXOX
Hi Dea, Sounds like you are having fun. Bob and I about to set off on our adventure as well...not quite Africa but indian ruins in NM should provide much fun for us. Stay safe and keep sending the nice photos. Cheers, Mike and Bob
ReplyDeleteHi Dea and Martha - You looked great getting on the plane! I know this adventure will be wonderful and look forward to more pix and details as they unfold.
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Liz
Lovin' all your journaling and beautiful descriptions coming to our home!!! Keep 'em coming.
ReplyDeleteMy sister, Martha really did not wake up more than 2 hours before sunset and saw the elephants with you! If so,then, as they say in Princess Bride, "inconcievable!"
So happy and excited for you that you are having the adventure of a lifetime!!!!
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