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February 17th 2008

Published: February 17th 2008

Hello!!! I’m writing from my home in Cape Town today. The internet is up and that makes me really happy : - ) I’ve had a great past few days here in South Africa. We had Saturday through Thursday off of school, so some of my housemates and I took some time off and organized a last minute trip on the Garden Route. It’s a popular trek through beach towns and beautiful wildlife on the southern... Read Full Entry

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Plettenberg Bay

At the nearby beach, after Matthew dropped us off.

Robberg Peninsula

with a cottage in the background

Bernd and Andrew

Robberg Peninsula

Quick Facts before deciding to jump

Before the Jump

It was finally my turn! We were ordered by weight groups. There was some awesome "pump you up" music on in the background- including "Hands up for Detroit."

Fastening up

They tie your legs tightly together.

Jumping off

I tried my best to jump up and out from the cement ledge, so I wouldn't just drop.

free falling

Hanging out

Finally! He came to get me.

I ended up reaching for this guys shoes, the first solid thing in a few seconds.

Coming to the top.

Group Photo

Most of this group are my housemates and some are strangers.

Bloukrans Canyon

Blloukrans Bridge

World Record Bungee

Jumping from 216 meters!

18th February 2008

your mama
non-member comment

WHAT
You are so adventurous, you jumped off a bridge??? Your last two sentences, lol. Love ya, Mom

1st March 2008

Aunt Tonia & Uncle Howard
non-member comment

oh my gosh ... crazy kid
I can't believe you jumped!! crazy crazy crazy! I am so glad you are having fun. It seems you are living a very exciting life. Everyone in the family is so proud and excited for you. I know your momma misses you. Guess what? Justin has a 4.15 g.p.a. amazing what a little military school will do eh?

2nd March 2008

jamieo
Jamie

Lol, yeah, it was a lot of fun! That's awesome for Justin! I'm happy for him and I'm glad he's doing well there. Love you!

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