David & Anne-Marie at the Malobamatsi River, Lesotho
David of course was determined to go into Lesotho if the weather held and somehow the rain skirted Fouriesburg and the skies were clear on Saturday. An early morning start had us at the border before opening and being first in the queue was a pleasure. With skies clear and the air crisp we drove through villages and were in awe of the exquisite mountains covered in an emerald sheen, with ribbon waterfalls cascading at almost every turn.
Waterfalls usually iced in winter, dropped meters onto the valleys below and created magnificent images for the avid photographer. David stopped at every opportunity as we climbed to Oxbow. Greeting shepherd and driver alike all of whom were thrilled by the beauty surrounding us.
What is exciting is that with all the rains, there will surely be large patches of cosmos [some already blooming along the highway] for the Creative Escapes weekend in March. Faint tinges of yellow tip the poplars, as they prepare for the autumn weekend in April and of course, with the magnificent amount of water, there will surely be spectacular iced waterfalls for July.
Thinking of planning a great weekend away? Remember that Fouriesburg is only a three hour drive from Johannesburg and not much more from Natal. Treat yourself to a relaxing and creative weekend whether it be photography or creative writing with Creative Escapes, where the Eastern Free State awaits.
For further information browse our web-site:www.creative-escapes.co.za and for bookings contact Anne-Marie: dmoore@iafrica.com
