January 13, 2007

Today we traveled to Johannesburg.  Before our departure at 2pm, we did last minute packing and cleaning.  For some, I think, it was somewhat of a challenge to pack everything back into a suitcase.  At least, I had a little trouble.  Anyway, promptly at noon we left for the airport.  Although the airport was just a short drive away, we arrived with just enough time to drop off the vans, check our luggage, and get past security to catch our flight.  In comparison to the 26 some hours it took to arrive in South Africa, our two hour flight to Jo’ Burg went quickly.  But as we were warned before coming on this interim, there would be a lot of downtime.  While waiting for our rented vans, the guys kicked around a hackie sac, while the rest of us began catching up on our journaling. 

The weather in Johannesburg is very different than that in Cape Town.  Apparently a lot of rain in the afternoons is not unusual here and there was definitely a lot of rain to greet us on our arrival in Jo’ Burg.  Our bed and breakfast, Emerald Guesthouse, is quite luxurious compared to the Cape Town seminary accommodations.  Each of us has a half-kitchen in their rooms and more privacy than we’re used to.  In addition, attached to each of our room keys is a tv controller, so many of us were able to relax to some good American tv before reconvening for dinner.  Although we were all impressed by the accommodations, the guys seem to have gotten the best deal with beautifully decorated patios and a much superior view from the car that sits out of my window. 

Well, I think that about covers most of our day.  We ate the dinner the bed and breakfast provided with no trouble at all, even if it was just a simple shepard’s pie and salad.  I think we’re all extremely excited to be here and ready for tomorrow’s activities. 

Thanks for following our blogs everyone and good night!

P.S.  Hey mom and dad, sorry I haven’t emailed you yet.  I’ve been having trouble using my email.  Hope you’re doing well.

Natalie Wiersma

 

 

 

 

Posted by Jeremy Schut on 01/13 at 01:03 PM

  1. Hi Natalie: Thanks for the update on the Jo’Burg leg. Glad you arrived safely. We have a little snow and ice in GR. Dad came home from CA this a.m.—Rachel, Mark and Jon say “HI.” Everybody’s enjoying the blog updates. Love, Mom and Dad

    Posted by Mom and Dad  on  01/14  at  01:54 PM

  2. Hi everyone:
    We’ve loved reading your blogs, look for them every day. Thanks to all of you who take time from international travel to send us the updates. We especially enjoyed the account of the power plant and meeting with Bishop Tutu. Keep those photos coming too, it’s the closest most of us will get to South Africa.
    Emily, how was the shepherd’s pie??
    Love
    the Davises

    Posted by Davis family  on  01/14  at  01:55 PM

  3. Hello All,
    We are really enjoying your travelog.  What a great trip.  Your narratives and photos are fabulous.  Can’t wait to hear all about it and see all the rest of the pictures.  We love living vicariously.

    Enjoy the balance of your trip.

    Love,
    Emily’s Aunts Fran and Barb

    Posted by Fran Davis  on  01/14  at  02:25 PM

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