Bula Fiji

Bula Fiji

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February 10th 2011

Published: February 23rd 2011

Bula. A simple Fijian greeting. I love the way the natives allow the “la” to float off their tongue, as if gently sending a kind “hello” into the warm Fiji breeze. Then there’s the way the manly men of Fiji thrust out the word from the back of their throat, with a guttural emphasis on the “Bu” – Bula!! Reminiscent of the past days when fierce warriors would cannibalize the miss... 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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Fruits of labor

Amini Asa guided us through the Botaira garden where, among other things, they grow fresh pineapple.

Banana flower

I always wondered how bananas could emerge from within a big flower. Now you can see it too!

Barracuda and Trevally

Heave ho and away we go!

Check out the photo closely and you'll discover that "heave" takes on new significance!

Fijian resort

He can still dance!

Matt boogies with the hula girls.

Fire dancing

Carried away

Hmmm - two strong dark skinned natives - she doesn't look too worried.

Sunset dining at the Fijian

Lovely, but so civilized after our last stop.

Sunset posing

Notice the bat ("Flying Fox") in the background.

Fijian sunset

11th March 2011

James
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Wonderful fiji
Great post. You really captured the essense of Fiji. I would love to have you as a guest blogger on my website vacations to fiji

14th March 2011

Shanghai Sheri
Schroeder family

Guest blogger????
Does that mean I get to return to Fiji to experience a bit more??? :) Thanks for your nice comments.

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