6:17 – Rows of muddy boots, finding my perfect pair to take me on the journey.. My first choice of the day.

7:12 – Early start, (dreadfully early) but the sun finds it’s way through the trees to greet us. So excited to see what the day brings.

7:52 – On the water feeling reflective. Surfaces, above, below and in between. Sounds, sights and all sensations delight. Elements present.Like me.

9:22 – Looking upon the now, the still water, I am filled with gratitude. Thank you to the tiny boat that escorted us around Oxbow Lake. It was there, we witnessed so many fascinating miracles of life.

10:34 – My son climbs like Tarzan. Does he realize how primal this urge is? A parent’s pride is present.

11:09 – Quiet time, relaxing with fruit and a book. Loving life in the jungle.

1:02 – Coffee. The gift from the mountain gods.

2:10 – My time, the rain offers the perfect back drop chorus, our room feels fresh. No need for the lanterns just yet.

3:30 – Muddy boots in a line as their owners sit patiently onboard of our transport boat. Off the farm we go.

4:10 – Beautiful sweet chilies. A little hot, but mostly sweet. A treat to taste directly from the bush, something that rarely occurs in the city.

5:06 – Returning from the farm, the sun sets, more rain on it’s way!

7:41 – Joy fills my heart as I observe my son adapt to any situation, rain in the jungle, hiking, boat rides, a totally new environment, but his solace is found in his familiar. I can live with that.