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October 21st 2006

Published: October 25th 2006

I am gonna let the pictures do most of the talking on this one. Cusco I found to be quite the shopper paradise- lots of textiles. I fell in love with this one type of scarf, as you will see from the pictures. Took a tour through the Sacred Valley, visiting the cute town of Ollyantaytambo before ending up at Aquas Calientes, at the base of Macchu Picchu. Had no idea i would love Aquas. Towering ... Read Full Entry

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Making My Way Down the Amazon Trail

Firefly

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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Machu Picchu

Wayna Picchu

this shot is for you mom. can you see the drop off below

Wayna Picchu

Waynu Picchu

Wayna Picchu

couple more steps and one can fly!

Waynu Picchu

zig zaggy road leading back to Aguas Calientes

Waynu Picchu

gorgeous butterly on the way down

Machu Picchu

Hills surrounding Machu Picchu

Hustling Kid

as our bus was winding down the zig zag roads back down, this kid was running down, via stairs, each time greeting the bus. he ran the whole way down then jumped on for a well deserved tip!

25th October 2006

monster
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That scarf? so five it's eighteen. :) And that butterfly is TOTALLY calendar-worthy. As always, your pix are wonderful! Good to hear from you again...I was wondering if Peru had eaten you, or something.

26th October 2006

Holly
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Good timing!
hi- Gosh, yesterday I was just thinking that it was time to hear from you again and here was your blog today. Thanks! I wasn't sure if I should worry and if I should worry then what? These photos are unbelievable and you look wonderful. Have I thanked you for sharing? It got down to 24 night before last here. Brrrrr...... Keep having fun. love, h and j

4th November 2006

Korky
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Colors of the rainbow...
Tana, Wow! The colorful textiles are so amazing. I'll bet you just loved that! Machu Picchu photos are sureal. I can't believe you get to go to so many amazing places. Hope you know we miss you back in the states! Take care of your self. Enjoy!!!! Korky

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