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September 19th 2006

Published: September 19th 2006

So i finished up my time at Amazoonico. I liked it so much that i will try to come back at the end of my trip. Spent my birthday lying in a hammock listening to an Amazonian rainstorm. the best. The experience really defies explanation, so i will just note a few entries from my journal to let you soak it up with me. 9-11-06 Love it here. The work is hard, my knees hurt from carrying the weight o... Read Full Entry

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Making My Way Down the Amazon Trail

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I am borrowing the Aussie tradition, and going on a 'walk-about', to follow my passion. Stepping out of the 'rat race' for a life sabbatical, i'm chasing my long-time dream of doing conservation work in the amazon. On a whirlwind tour of South America, I will be volunteering with conservation organizations and animal sanctuaries, while seeking out all the sights, sounds and adventures I can stuff into my psyche along the way! For more about me or my trip, visit my site at: www.theamazontrail.com Thank you Bon Jovi for the amazing words of inspiration: “It’s my life- It’s now or ... full info

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19th September 2006

Gmonster
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whoaaaaa...
Think the k-words would get along with a monkey or two?? Maybe they'd keep the boy in line...I mean the human boy, not the kitty-boy. NOTHING will keep HIM in line! Do I even need to say "great pics"? The milk-faced monkeys are just adorable....and Felix just breaks my heart. And the ocelot...GORGEOUS. You can even see the little hooky-things on his tongue... Keep posting...I'll write soon!

19th September 2006

Holly
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Soapbox is good
Thanks for bringing home the points about how what we do matters. Your photos are, as usual, tremendous. I loved how happy you sounded on your birthday. :-)

19th September 2006

Elena
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In awe
My darling, just wanted to let you know that I read your entries eagerly and with a sense of wonder. This time also with sadness, since you so well describe the impact of our daily lives in those of animals fastly disappearing from the face of the earth. How tragic. I know you will be one of their ardent defenders from now on. By the way, how is your español? and since I missed it, FELIZ CUMPLEAÑOS LINDA. Un beso de tu amiga Elena

22nd September 2006

Terry Gaudi
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Great pics as usual
Tan, Sounds like you enjoyed the last stint. All those animals and no kitty cat! Take care. Keep us posted. Love, Mom

18th August 2009

emily
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turtles
i am so glad that we have the amazoon!!!!!!!!!!

16th August 2010

Kathy
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I am heading to Amazoonica
Hi there I know your blog was from 4 yrs ago, but thought i might leave a note. I am heading to Amazoonica in 6mths, I will be there feb and march. Am really looking forward to it, but was becoming nervous reading how primitive it is. Then I read your posts and realised why I wanted to go and how much I love the simple life. Thanks

17th September 2010

Firefly
Making My Way Down the Amazon Trail

Amazoonico
Kathy, I only spent 2 weeks in Amazoonico, and those were the most precious of my whole 10 month stay in South America. Surprisingly enough, there aren't that many primitive opportunities left. when i got off the boat and asked if they had internet, the guy told me, "we don't even have electricity", and i knew i had found just what i was looking for. it's magical and i hope to go back soon. you will love it! would love to hear an update from you. my email is colormegypsy@yahoo.com if you want to hold the monkeys, go volunteer at Intra Wara Yassi in Bolivia! Tana

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