Monday, January 31, 2011

January 31, 2011

Yesterday, we spent the day relaxing on the beach no real plans for the day. Some students took the afternoon to walk the short distance into town to see what local life was like. At our meals we sampled some of the local finish including some great octopus at dinner. Today we spent the morning at a near by sandbar snorkeling and enjoying the reef finishing our last class on the boat ride back to camp. The rest of the afternoon is full of possibilities.

Well faithful followers Ja-Z and KT hate to admit this trip is coming to a close. While everyone here is missing their loved one's smiling faces, please don't be alarmed if we all come back a little rosy...the sun here is HOT! As we spend our final hours in pure paradise, it is a good place to reflect on the amazing experiences we have had. The wildlife, the people and the culture will be missed dearly, and no one will ever forget their first time in Tanzania.

On a much happier note the weather is still beautiful here and we still need 20,000 hits by February 1st (aka tomorrow). We will post again during the layover in Amsterdam and if we reach our 20,000 hit goal a special blog will also be uploaded for your viewing pleasure. So REFRESH that page guys and we'll see you soon!

PS The book that has been put together for this trip, a collage of photos and articles written by everyone on the trip, will be for sale coming very soon! We encourage all parents and friends to buy a copy not only as a memento for the trip but also because a portion of the proceeds will go to the Dorobo Fund an extension of the tour group who has so graciously walked through Tanzania. The Dorobo Fund is a non-profit organization that works will all the people we have been so lucky to visit here.

ENJOY THIS VIEW! (We know we are!)

Group photo by Jon Cox


19 comments:

  1. Hi Lizzy Baxter,

    You've worked hard on your trip and we're glad you got to go to the beach and relax.

    Thanks J-Z and KT, for writing our blog. You made us part of the trip. We all appreciate it!

    Mommy and I hope you and everybody has had a great experience and we look forward to seeing you soon. Love, xxxoooxxx, Dad and Mommy

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  2. You guys are fantastic!! This photo tells it all! We've loved following your adventures and can't wait to hear about it first hand!! Enjoy your last hours there...there will be plenty of snow to welcome you back :-)
    Errica's mom

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  3. Megan -- Oh that is such a JOYFUL picture!!! I loved it! What a happy group, and just a perfect ending to a perfect trip!! Of course we'll buy the book, and can't wait to see it. Great, great picture!!!! Love always, Mom

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  4. Hello Sam, what a terrific picture,just love it.Thanks Jon! Soak up as much sun and fun as you can it might be awhile until you see that again.Turn in your beautiful white sand for our glorious white snow. We look forward to purchasing your book,not only as a memento,but certainly to assist the Dorobo Fund. Thank you J-Z and KT for your blog, without it my hair would be grayer than it is. 57 hours until your schedule arrival, but who's counting. Have a safe and restful return trip. We Love You More....Mom and Dad..xoxo p.s. Sam I hope we can connect again while you're in Amsterdam. 11 or 12 your time

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  5. Hey Sam...I think we are all a bit jealous of the beautiful beach you guys are at in the picture!!! You all look so happy and that makes all of us here smile from ear to ear. Count me in for a copy of the book...as it will not only be helpful but oh so impressive....Sam do us all a favor and call your mama!!!! Thanks to you all for taking us all here along with you this past month :-) safe journey home xox love you tons Sam....annmarie

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  6. Hey Camille!!

    Wow!!!! What a picture, it tells it all! Pure joy...well with water and sand like that, it doesn't look like torture. Get ready for a slight temp drop and lots of the white stuff. Everyone has been asking when you are getting back and want to have a big shindig with all the gory details. Toooooo excited for words. We are so grateful you have had this experience. Safe journey, dad and I will be there @ Newark International with coat in hand.

    love,

    your ma, papa J, the boys, and the faithful pup

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  7. Lizzie -

    Well, I'm not sure I'd be so excited about the Snow part. Enjoy the warm weather while you can. Glad you've had a chance to enjoy the beach before coming to this miserable weather condition.

    I'll see you Wednesday afternoon, assuming both your plane and my car get in. Keep your fingers crossed.

    Love you,
    Dad

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  8. Joy I am so Jealous... look how blue the water is... i guess this means i cant take u to rehoboth ever again lol...i see the sun has been getting the best of you. im loving the tan :).. this picture is perfect if u can spend as much time taking pics as u can at that beach.
    i love you see u in less than two days :P

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  9. Jasmine - thanks to you and KT for letting us feel like we were part of your adventures. Thanks to everyone for their photos and stories for the book. We'll definitely get one. Thanks to Jon for shepherding you through this great experience. Can't wait to see you on Wednesday and hear all about your trip. Enjoy the sun and sand..it'll be a while before you see it again:)
    Love Mom XOX

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  10. Hi Joy,
    Great picture.Look like everyone is really enjoying each other and having a lot of fun.I know your time in Africa is drawing to a end.Look forward to you coming back and sharing your experience.
    Love,
    Dad

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  11. Hi Lizzie!
    I absolutely love the beach picture!!! We are bracing here for the snow. We will have to keep you posted. I started baking your cookies today!!!!
    XOXOXOXOXO
    Mom and Mocha

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  12. Elizabeth - The beach looks like paradise! Staying in a hut on that beach beats 57th street for sure. What a way to wrap up your African adventure. Have a safe flight home, we'll be there waiting. Megs and C have already asked for a sick day on Thursday. Everybody is anxious to have you home. See you soon. Love you, momma

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  13. Hey Joy this is from Mommy...."Wow Joy I didnt know you could jump that high off the ground....Has all that hiking and walking and climbing got you back into shape...you look great out there by the ocean..Take Care..Looking forward to see you soon..Love always, Mommy :)

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  14. Hey Joy! This is from me! Love you soo much...There obviously alot we need to share once you get back home...you look pretty like me know that you have found real color lol You know you'll always be georgous..Miss you much! Can't wait for you to come home! Pray for you ooften...Love you much!

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  15. Griff, love the group picture! You all look like you are having so much fun! See you soon! xo mom

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  16. LOVE THIS PICTURE PEOPLE!! I'm sure mere words could not express how incredibly happy you were at that moment :) Wait a wild and crazy ride it's been. Can't wait to see you on Wednesday. Hopefully the weather cooperates and there are no delays. Dana, please try and email or call from Amsterdam. I'm sure you'll have more info about your connecting flight to Newark so please email us! Love you lovey, Mommy

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  17. Hey Kaitlyn B I am alive...can't wait to see you, I will be able to drive by the time you get home so we'll work something out!
    Love,
    Aunt Cyn

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  18. Liz,

    Nous avons hâte de pouvoir communiquer avec toi!

    Love, Théo & Ali

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  19. Hey Katiedids,
    you all look great. enjoy that great looking beach, wish i was there. Tired of the dang weather. Can't wait to see you, Miss You Love Momma

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