We got up pretty early. The host at the backpackers made us "breakfast in a tin cup"- eggs, vegetables, and bacon. We ate out on the porch of the communal space. After breakfast, we packed the cars up and headed to Hogsback. We stopped at the only grocery store in Hogsback to grab some snacks … Continue reading Day 10 in South Africa: Elundini Backpackers and Hogsback
April 30, 2016 My sister and I met my parents at the Red Cafe for brunch. The food was excellent! Despite somewhat cooler weather, we sat on the deck outside. They offered us blankets in case we were cold. We then met up with Heather's friend and his friend from Switzerland and headed to the … Continue reading Day 9 in South Africa: Grahamstown and Hogsback area (Elundini Backpackers)
April 27, 2016 *Note: This post is truncated due to length. Please click on "read more" below to see the rest of the post! This was a jam-packed day! We got up very early at about 5:30 AM and got ready by candlelight. I had to fumble around a bit to light a match in … Continue reading Day 6 in South Africa: Port Elizabeth (St. George’s Park, Donkin Lighthouse, Sacramento Hiking Trail), Kwantu Elephant Sanctuary
I was home this past week for our February break. Usually my break lines up with my mom's, who is a 2nd grade teacher, but this year, my break was a week later. Oh well. My brother came home the first weekend, and we all (well, minus my sister- she's in South Africa for the … Continue reading February Break at Home
When it comes to seasons, fall is my favorite (spring and winter are next, then summer). The gorgeous fall leaves, the cold (or warm) apple cider, the sweaters and blankets, the way the air smells, and the crisp temperatures all make me happy. I'm lucky to live (both at home and at college) in a … Continue reading Fall is My Favorite
The Oke Den 