Another Adventure

It's amazing what our cat Roxanne can manage to 'pull out of the hat'. I never feed her, she has the other members of the household doing that at a flick of a tail. However, I was coerced to giving her a few 'crumbles' on my birthday, and was told 'you might get a surprise'. So with some reluctance I fed the cat. No surprise arrived, so once again I thought I'd been duped.

However on the evening of my birthday, I was presented with an envelope and tickets and accommodation for a week in Thailand - including a partner! Luckily I did not have to think to deeply about that and David and I leave for Thailand on Saturday. I will update with photos and chat when we are there.

In the meantime we are enjoying the quiet of Rose Cottage before the onslaught of Bangkok.





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As always our time in the Masai Mara was spectacular. We flew over the Mara River to land at the Kichwa Tembo landing strip. The savannah opened before us and we were certain once more that a special time awaited.

On our first early evening drive we encountered two leopards mating. An unusual and remarkable sighting. This was the beginning of another Masai Mara week. On our first morning out we witnessed a wildebeest crossing which lasted about 45 minutes. With waves of animals crashing down the river banks the photographers were able to capture some special images.

Benson our ranger,who's eagle eyes pick out the smallest creature, sfforded us wonderful sightings. From jackal pups to hyena cubs, several pride of lion with cubs and mating couples, we were fortunate indeed.

The weather was overcast and cool, but we had good light and great comeraderie. the staff at Kichwa Tembo were helpful and accommodating. The food was as delicious as ever and we already look forward to our 2012 tour from 8 - 15 September.



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