I´m staying at Jakera Lodge right now in Playa Colorada. We read about this place in our guide book and the beach sounded good so we just stopped by. The Lodge is the center of many excursions here in Venezuela. It seems to cater to young tourists and adventure seekers. They have hammocks and communal rooms to sleep in and they cook dinner and breakfast for us. It is run by a 28 year old Scottish guy. Tomorrow morning Ivan and I are headed off to the Orinoco Delta to go on a 3 day Kayak trip into the jungle with an indiginous guide. We will be woken up by howler monkeys in the morning, fish for parana for dinner, and see many small crocodile, otters, dolphins, monkeys, parrots, and lots of really big bugs Ive been told. I´ve talked to others who just got back and they say its a very memorable experience... I´m so excited to have the opportunity to do this.
Besides that, I met a photographer from the National Geographic. He lives part time at the lodge. He also might be going on our kayak trip tomorrow. His other home is in Mozambique right now where he is helping to rebuild a wild sanctuary. Listening to some of his stories have been amazing. Chased down by lions, elephants, etc.
Venezuela is a very beautiful place. There is so much to do and see here, I just don´t have enough time in one month. I´ve trying to get in as much as I can though. Just interacting with the people, hearing the sounds of the country, and riding the bus from town to town are teaching me alot. I don´t feel treatened here. I´ve been staying safe... Just as I stay safe in SF. But the people I have been around have been wonderful for the most part.
After this I am off to Merida in the Andes. I will say goodbye to green waters and soft sand.
4 comments:
Got your note. Sounds like you're on the move with very many exciting activities and adventures. I'm fine. Look forward to your return. Love, Grandma
erin, you write a great blog!!! so fun to picture you and ivan on a kayak going through the jungle. whew, when will we see some photos? i am certain you are learning a lot and also know what a small world this can be at times. we all need to be good to our planet and live more simply, you have learned that at a young age. be safe and enjoy, love, cheryl
Happy Thanksgiving! Be safe. We'll miss you. Love, Dad
We had a delicious Thanksgiving and definitely missed you. Your mom and dad brined the turkey this year. It was a 25 pounder and cooked all day long. It was really moist and delicious. (Wish you could have seen your dad in his "basting hat": you know... the cream-colored Irish tam with the puff ball on top.) Grandma and I made the stuffing. JoJo brought the yams -- 2 kinds!!! And she also brought the pies -- 4 kinds!!! Your mom experimented with a new kind of potato with cheddar cheese -- incredible!!! Mark made the gravy. Gosh, we are spoiled by all the goodness, but grateful and thankful. Grandma led us in our dinner prayer. There were 10 of us. Leah arrived on Tues nite (along with Mark) before Thanksgiving and she'll be heading back up to school on Monday. Bruce, Drew and Evan arrived on Thanksgiving. Bruce and Evan had to go home after our big dinner because they had work the next day. Drew stayed over and watched football with Grandma on Friday -- a really good game between Arkansas and LSU. Triple overtime and Arkansas (the underdog) won. Your Nana and Grandpa stopped by in the early afternoon on Thanksgiving and we had a nice visit. They were spending Thanksgiving with your Uncle Chris. Your blog has been read by everybody! Anyway -- we really miss you and hope you are having fun and staying cool (and safe) in Venezuela. We can't wait for your next posting. Love, Peggy p.s. Harry sends a squeal and Haley sends a howl!
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