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December 20th 2018

Published: December 27th 2018

"Live as if you were going to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were going to live forever." Mahatma Ghandi Africa. If I were to assign one word to describe this continent, it would be “dangerous”. Hostile deserts, rain forests, animals, and peoples are just a few things that come to mind. But to counterbalance that there is also incredible beauty and awe to be found in its diverse landscape, peo... Read Full Entry

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Shanghai Sheri

In 2006, our family began what we thought was a 3 year adventure of living and traveling in China. But like Gilligan, our 3 year tour turned into something much longer and deeper than we expected. This was just the beginning of our cultural travels and blogs. 3 years turned into 6 years and included a time of residence in South Korea as well. The kids have all transitioned into and out of college leaving us as empty nesters, but not empty of ambitions to continue to explore the world. Come along with us as we seek to expand our understanding of this marvelous world in which we live! ... full info

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Cheetah kill

This cheetah panted and chewed away on his freshly killed wildebeest, often stopping to watch for predators.

Our tent on the Serengeti

At night we often heard hyenas, who make several interesting noises besides the laughing sound they're known for.

Tenting on the Serengeti

The mobile camp where we stayed was due to be torn down and moved to southern Tanzania 10 days after we arrived. At night we stargazed around the campfire with camp managers. Wonderful conversations.

Bush bath

Our wonderful camp hosts must have worked all day to set up this surprise. Out on the Serengeti near our tent, they situated a copper tub filled with hot bathwater, robes, kerosene lanterns, a campfire and served us "bitings", drinks, and a complete dinner. We felt a bit like we were in a Hallmark movie.

I'm watching you

This young lion watched me closely as I photographed her, sometimes so focused on me that it made me a bit uncomfortable. She has the cutest face though and was enjoying the shade with 2 of her sisters.

Secretary bird

This is the Tanzanian country bird and its name means "hunter" in arabic. It will stomp on its prey, such as snakes, to kill it.

Panting

These girls were so tired from the hunt that they were still catching their breath before feasting

Serval cat

This elusive little cat is rarely observed on the Mara or the Serengeti. Our guide estimated that there were only 5 of them in the huge area where he guides and he might only see them once or twice a year.

Water buck

3 months old and enjoying a kiss from mom

Dragging dinner to her cubs

Goodnight Africa

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