Monday & Tuesday (Day 22 - 23)
We've had a lovely, relaxing (and very needed) few days in Jo'burg. Joe and I both have fought a cold in the past week, I think our bodies have both been saying, "okay, stop. Slow down!". Not to mention that we've stayed with 2 sick people, and we're a kissy/huggy family.We went to visit the South African Herbalife headquarters, which was great to see. Joe went out with Terry for 'Guy's Night', so us girls rented a chick flick and ate lots of chocolate. Just what the doctor ordered!
Today (Tuesday), Joe, Kirsty, Taryn and I went to Gold Reef City. GRC is Johannesburg's historical theme park, founded around an old gold mine. After a few rides, a 4-D presentation and more rides, we enjoyed some authentic african dance, including the 'gum boot' dancing I've been telling Joe about for ages. It was great! Joe and I then took a tour down into the mine, which was just incredible. We travelled to the 5th level (around 250 meters under the ground), and it's just phenomenal to think there are 57 levels to this mine, 0f which the lower 38 are flooded. We learned so much about mining in the early days, and that tt takes 2 hours to travel down to the bottom level. Nelson Mandela also worked in this same mine at one point in time. We then watched real gold being poured - stunning!
We had a full, sunny, exciting day with the girls!
Tonight is our last night with the Joynerwoods, tomorrow we move to Jeannie & Ant's (my dad's sister and hubby). Hard to believe our trip is winding down...we fly out to Namibia on Thursday, and then fly home the following Thursday. And it's been good.
posted by Joy McMillan @ 6:32 PM
8 Comments:
Gum boot dance? Interesting!
Hope your colds get better and does not ruin the remainder of your trip. Can't wait to see you ... it certainly has been a long time.
I have enjoyed all your stories and pictures. Again, what an incredible adventure.
See you soon. Pam K
Hi to both of you!
What a wonderful trip! I have been enjoying it enormously.
I second the "gum boot" dancing. HMMMMMM.
Love the scenery. GOD IS SO-O-O GOOD!!! WOW!
Can you bring back one of those LITTLE(yeah - right) kitties. SO CUTE!
That little fish is incredibly cute too. What DETAIL!!
God is so wonderful!
And the bungey jumping! What were you guys thinking. OH MY!!!! Glad you're safe and in two pieces, not fifty.JOY and JOE make two.LOL!!!
I liked the BIG bird in the camp area too. Really cool. Did you have to watch your back or should I say your laundry. ha ha
Your trip sounds phenomenal(?)
Anyways, it has been absolutely delightful and I am not even there.
I think that I am just a little jealous. OOPS, forgive me Father.LOL Actually I think that He definitely understands. After all HE was the one who created it all did'nt He.
May you enjoy the rest of your trip, come back safe and take a few moments to relax on the way home. I think you are going to need it because I am sure everybody is going to want to hear about all your lively(oops I mean lovely) experiences. BUNGEY jumping, I still cannot believe it! WOW. I prefer to have my feet planted on the ground thank you very much.
By the way, where is the picture of Joe with his arms around a ninteen footer. Giraffe that is. I am with you Joe. Giraffes are really neat. They have such huge hearts! Like up to 24 lbs. Now that is HUGE!
Anyways , thank you so-o-o much for sharing your lovely adventure.
You guys are amazing. I will continue to watch for any additions that you may add and please stay safe okay.
Take care
Patricia
Hi Guys! (my upline!) You don't need to go on Amazing Race your already there without the race part! You both need some of our new product "Best Defense" for your colds! Tim started in his new office yesterday, can't wait for you guys to see it. Enjoy the rest of your holiday, I'm sure you will! You sound like your making the most of every moment. Everything looks so great it even makes me want to go (come) visit! It is snowing here - cold but beautiful. W
Love reading your journal! So glad that you have had an amazing time. Enjoy Namibia and remember I am waiting for that call from the airport when you depart for a "final goodbye". Love you guys lots. Ali
HEYY! i miss you guys sooo much and i cant wait till you come home, all tan..and not as toned but only from good, no great, eats!so i dont know if you have had any time to shop around for things for me and becky, candy, trinkits, but if not dont hassle yourslefs, just have a blast! i cant wait to have my sister and brother back with great stories and experiences! be blessed and travle safely.
-Ruhtie
Joy & Joe,
Thanks so much for including all of us in your trip. I have never been to Africa but feel like I have traveled along with you. My surgery went well I am at home recuperating. Will be off work for about 3-4 weeks. When you get home give me a call maybe you can see how I have mastered the walker. LOL God bless you on your trip and your way home. How awesome of an experience you have had. Keep in touch. Caron
Hey my faithful friends, once again I'm enjoying following your trip. I am so thankful that you both get to experience this together because I'm sure you've learned that much more about yourselves and one another and most of all about HIM. I believe that God really has great things in store for you both when you return. Things that He's shown you on this trip will be used in the next season of your lives. I know it's a bit serious and sentimental , but I just really wanted to share this with you. God's timing is wonderful isn't it! Remember to enjoy the last few days just as much as you've enjoyed the first part. Let God bless you all the way up until you arrive in the States again!!! And even beyond that.
Blessings to you both - Mandy Lynn
quick request! if at all possible i would LOVE it if you could pleeeez bring me back some Zoo Biscuits, i absolutly love those things, if not thats fine too! MAUH!
xoxo
-ruthie
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