Friday night David showed up at Island Vibe about 8PM. It was unbelievable to see him here in SA. We ordered a pizza and had a few drinks at the bar with the German girls and Colombian guys he met in his travels. The bar was hopping. He told me he went cage diving with the great white sharks and did the biggest bungy jump in the world. I am glad he showed me the pictures after he did it. The sharks looked like the ones from 'Jaws'. It was great to catch up and hear about his work and travels in Mozambique. What a different world.
Saturday he took a surfing lesson and we walked to town and the beach. The day went too fast because he had to leave early Sunday. John (the driver) dropped him at the airport, I hope he made the plane as we were a bit late. Then John took Solomi and me to a small animal reserve. We saw lion, tiger, giraffe, wilderbeast, zebra, blesback, and lots more. There was this huge pure white lion and we were about 10 feet from it. I have amazing pictures, but I don't have the time on the internet to publish them. It is crazy to see animals just roaming around as you drive through the reserve. They breed white lions at this particular reserve and we were able to pet the babies who were 7 months old. The guide told us to pet them hard because if you are too gentle, they think it is a fly and bite or swat at it. Iwas rubbing the bellies of these adorable white lions, it was soooo amazing.
So far I have not met anyone else from the USA. (except David!)
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Hi Mona,
How great it must have been to see Dave! I can't wait to see the pictures of the baby lions...Fall has arrived at the lake in full force, I think this week is peak and it is the best that we have had in years. We took lots of pictures, so you won't miss it. Have fun...it's not the same without you...you are missed by us all.
xo
Ellen
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Hi Sis! I'm sooo happy you're okay. How truly amazing that you and Dave met in SOUTH AFRICA! Glad to know he's doing well, too.
Hopefully, you'll become immune to whatever virus these kids have. Teach them to wash up! This is the weathiest country in Africa. Isn't there any water? And, what a shame there's no books, toys, etc. We have so much here in the U.S. So, so sad...
What you're doing is so wonderful... You REALLY ARE making a difference.
Maybe you can tame up my feral kittens when you come home. Hey, you petted LIONS!
Remember to look up at the skies on the 14th -- you'll have the best view in the world!
Much Love, Lisa
Hi Mona,
It's great that you got to see David, I'm sure it was a relief for you to see him and hear all about his adventures. Tell him I said no more swimming with sharks!!! So whats the deal with the kids not washing their hands? Do they have running water? Maybe you could make up a whole lesson about hygiene.I'm sure you could come up with a fun way to to do it.Well anyway we miss you...can't wait til you get back cause then we go to Jamaica!!! And remember....there are NO KIDS THERE
Mona, Mona, Mona,
I am in awe of you and your Duck-Duck-Goose. We missed you this weekend (salad was just not the same - JOKING!) I'm so glad you got to see Dave on your anniversary - it gave Joe peace.
Take care of yourself...
Adele
Hey Mona
How wonderful to be in Africa and see David walking down the beach. It is like a dream come true. I was watching Animal Planet tonight, they featured the lions in Africa, all I could think of was you :-). Bring home the names of your little ones, if you would like we could send a care package for the Holidays. Just imagine...presents from Aunt Mona. Enjoy every waking moment.
Miss you..
Laura
Joe left his rake on my property line, can he move it! Message from Henry
Dear Mona,
Laura did not say anything about a rake or Henry....that was your sick friend Brian! He was on my blog ID.
Hey Mona! I'm so happy that you had a wonderful visit with Dave and that you were not alone on your anniversary. It sounds like you are having an awesome experience. I will definitely look forward to seeing the pictures!! Enjoy every minute. I do miss my walking partner though! :-)
yes - the rake news is all around the lake - Joe leaving things on neighbors property, what is this world coming to?
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