Thursday, July 18, 2013

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

Okay so there aren't any bears or tigers in Africa but we were definitely on the hunt for lions a few weeks ago when Rob was visiting. We took two days out of a busy three week trip to go and visit Queen Elizabeth National Park and once again despite promising myself that I already have enough photos I managed to get a few more snaps and Rob enjoyed himself with his video camera.

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Elephant kisses

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Maybe no bears or tigers but there were elephants, hippos and crocodiles!

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River cruise on the Kazinga Channel with Rob and Pastor Willy

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It’s dry season and wherever you go you leave a cloud of dust. It’s worth being the car in front of the others.

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The early birds catch the lions. A beautiful sunrise and a far off glimpse of a pride.

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Beautiful Crested Cranes with their chicks and a Uganda Cobb. You can find both these guys gracing the Uganda Crest. The Crane even makes it to the national flag.

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Far off mountains hidden by cloud. These mountains are part of the Rwenzori’s, snow capped mountains bordering Uganda and DR Congo.

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Rob! Rob! Out the window! In front of us! Right there!

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Just chilling by the side of the road

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Beautiful regal creatures, even without their manes grown in

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Handsome Water Buck and a family of elephants. Their may have been a few bars of Baby Elephant Walk to go along with this moment.

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Despite not needing to go and see animals for a while there is something infinitely cool about seeing these creatures and wondering at the amazing God I believe in. The diversity and interdependence we all have as we cohabit this planet. God! You are Great!

Blessings

bron

p.s. I had the most amazing time with Rob. It was such a blessing to spend time with him, have him speak into my life and encourage me in my journey. Thanks Rob for everything!

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