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30th January 2008

what stunning photographs
You may definitely give up your day job - what beautiful photographs!!!!! So sorry you did not try the bugs etc.....maybe next time? Hope you are having fun and lots of love from us all in Cape town xxx
30th January 2008

wonderful shots
The pictures, and all the beautiful colors, are wonderful and just the thing to brighten up a chilly gray New York day! Hope you'll have a chance to get to Indonesia, too (a favorite country of mine). Nikki
30th January 2008

Hi Gorgeous - love the photos. You've really captured Cambodia in a few words and photos. Isn't it wonderful...and wierd, too? If you get a chance, read the book, "Pol Pot, Anatomy of a Nightmare" by Philip Short. Wish we were with you. Warmest hugs, Rhonda
22nd January 2008

Brilliant
Elizabeth, I have just caught up to date with all of your blogs. I started reading from the beginning a couple of weeks ago. I think your writing style is excellent, I love your sense of humour, keen observations, your optimism, and of course your subject matter! My favourite of which are the elephants and the chetas of Namibia. In my opinion, there are never too many photos particularly of bugs and animals. Please keep blogging and thank you for sharing. Cheers, Mimi
13th January 2008

visit to village 12-07
This description so accurately captured our recent experience in the village that I printed it for my journal. Although we experienced several day safaris, this visit was by far the most memorable of our 17 days in Malawi. The people, especially the children, touch your heart in an unforgettable way that forces you to rethink your values. I was not a fan of the food, but luckily, all left-overs were given to the children, so nothing was wasted. It was a humbling experience because we were treated like royalty when in fact, we had done nothing to earn that status. Perhaps there are some small ways I can help to make a difference ---I resolved to do so. Those who experience this visit are inevitably deeply affected. Thanks for the wonderful blog.
8th January 2008

Brilliant as ever , Elizabeth.Keep it coming.Stay safe and enjoy life's adventures and any eles that pass your way!xx
10th December 2007

hey girl; like your style. mumbai awaits my arrival @ beg jan. your tales are really interesting. thanks for taking the time to make them available! hope you are happy and well :) bettyxx
23rd November 2007

Aussie connection
Hello Liz Love your account of the collaring. Not many pictures of you in there though? i'm so very jealous of your exploits and look forward to reading more. As usual your writing style and content provide an entertaining and educational outlook on the subject at hand. Stay safe. Phil
7th November 2007

Excellent write-up!
Dear Elizabeth - what fun to read your well-written account of the collaring. I almost felt like I was with you guys! I could really feel your adrenaline pumping all the way over here. Warm hugs, Rhonda
7th November 2007

cool
loved the pictures of cheetas! I want to on a safari toooo :)
7th November 2007

What an experience!
Elizabeth, thanks as always for bringing the continent to those of us back home. You really have a gift for bringing the experience to life - I felt as though I were there with you, feeling the texture of the elephant's skin and the adrenaline coursing. You must write a travel series! I hope your many adventures continue, and we're looking forward to seeing you when you make your way to the US!
4th November 2007

Brilliant!
Thanks! I endorse your comments Elizabeth. Words are not enough are they to convey the tremendous experience we had.?! Take care and good luck. May life's adventures stimulate us all dailyx Jen
3rd November 2007

Thanks
Hi Thanks for sharing a beautiful experience. It made me glad that I am Namibian and that my country can offer so much so our visitors. Oneword
3rd November 2007

Well done to you girl
Wow Elizabeth - definately got more than the beginnings of a book there - however - we already have 1 'Weirs Travels' - so you will have to come up with something more original. I'm back in UK now and after shivering constantly for about a week have settled into new 'pad' - more on that later. Waves of love J
8th September 2007

That menu sign...
The Korean characters say: "we sell food for dogs"--i.e. pet food ('saryo' is usually translated as 'animal feed'). I guess that's what 'dog menu' means: a menu for dogs, not a sign for some dog-eating. Thanks for the good story. I hope you had a great time in Mongolia as well.
4th September 2007

Glad I could be of service...
25th June 2007

Vicarious revisit
Fabulous! How I enjoyed revisiting the desert through your description. I think it stays in your blood. Also interested in the landscape without its whiskers of grass cover last year Fond memories
21st May 2007

Slightly Late
But happy birthday! Looks like you've found an amazing way to celebrate!
20th May 2007

Fab
Great travel writing and photos. Good to hear they made you shower a lot during your stay in the village!! Keep it up and continued good luck on your travels. Anthony
19th May 2007

Happy memories!
Great to read your blog at last! I cannot believe I have been back in the UK 2 weeks. I too was blown away by Malawi, especially the people. Zomba was a treat. I saw 61 varieties of birds at Mvuu and was a bit birded out by the end, as you know! My stay in Cape Maclear was peaceful as I was the only one at the Chembe Eagle's Nest. High spot was a catamaran trip to watch fish eagles feeding and to risk bilharzia to snorkel amongst the irridescent blue ciclids. On to Mua Mission: a delight apart from the distressing "zoo." I was accompanied by a great driver from the Nguni tribe who added to the fascinating exhibition on the main tribes in Malawi. Oh, and I found a long card that looked very like that strip painting on your wall in Zomba! I will have it framed. After a night in Lilongwe I went for my last night in Malawi to Dzanlanyama Forest. Very similar to Zomba: colonial house in the trees, above a river; lovely staff including a guy who had worked at Zomba. However "someone" had not bought any food (apart from a hand of bananas for some reason....)so my meals paled into insignificance compared with the feast at Zomba! And there was no wine either! Then I was off to Zambia.....great to meet you on your big tour Elizabeth and I will catch up with the more recent entries too. It was good to share memories of that great little country.
8th March 2007

good to hear from you
Good to hear about your travels. It's cold and snowy and overcast in NYC. I just got back from a few days in Indianapolis, IN and in no way does it match Southern Africa! Keep sending the blogs!!! Nikki
7th March 2007

Hey Elizabeth, good to hear from you. Sorry to hear that you were flying by the seat of your pants to get there! Apologies as I failed dismally on the toothpaste front - mum's operation got the better of me but promise that it will be waiting for you when you get back. Keep blogging! Love Trace
5th March 2007

Great to have you back on line
Great to hear from you, you rarely-sighted ( - it was just lovely to see you) animal! What different paths lives can take. Here it is 6.30pm and time for an episode of Pingu and bottle of milk (well, mine would have been red wine, but I've just been informed that we have run out...Surely parenthood hasn't driven us to drink the the cellar dry!). So glad that you are home and happy. A year ago I would have been seriously envious, but tonight milk and penguins suit me just fine. We are just the proudest and happiest parents. A little burst of African sun on my face wouldn't go amiss though! Teeth cleaning time now. Goodnight. Ros
17th November 2006

I found this site when browsing. My granparents live at 5 Garyvard in the south lochs and this is an amzing report of an amazing island ^_~ x
13th November 2006

a portfolio of skills for an adventurous life
Thoroughly enjoyed the photos and the journal, I think you have to add travel writing to your portfolio of things to do that are not in an office. Have a great girly time. I am going to Tanzania for a week of rain and humidity to catch up with a friend there and view the world of Christmas mayhem from a safe distance Look forward to further adventures Rosalind

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