5:05 – Very early in the morning, feeling groggy, but the opportunity to see the macaws is powering my movements. We stop as we wait instructions before embarking on our short journey.

6:20 Must have patience at the clay lick. My heart is warmed as I see the kids with binoculars as if at a sporting event.

7:30 – Lines of anxious travelers sit in waiting for the birds to feast, as their patience are tested.

7:54 – Delighted to see a young explorer studying her birds. Nature is entertaining!

8:29 – The shore offers much to observe, appreciating the overwhelming beauty inside and out.

8:49 – The sustenance of life, otherwise known as breakfast. Today’s feast includes yoghurts and juices.

9:50 – A curled up sleeping ball of a child brings a smile to my face. It’s been a long morning and his slumber is well deserved.

11:05 – I too, appreciate the beautiful room to retreat to. Rest is on my schedule.

1:10 – Evidence of our morning hike, drying socks against the jungle background seem so natural.

2:01 – Just beyond the lobby, several butterflies converge. They appear to be deep in conversation. I listen in.

3:04 – The afternoon hike will commence, my son demonstrates ninja moves to the other explorer children. Perfect skills for the jungle.

4:20 – So in the moment, blessed to have captured my son’s amazement, his presence, those instances in the jungle that will be long lost.

5:15 – The jungle provides: A natural dye, blue in color, gooey and inviting us to play.

6:07 – Magical roots, jungle composition of lines and texture. The beauty is astounding.

7:01 – The cycle of life new growth in the dead leaves. There are treats everywhere in the jungle, even in the ground covering.

7:45 – Dinner tonight starts with a fresh salad. Yes.