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SHINNanigans: April 2011
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Monday, April 25, 2011. Easter Bunny in Gaborone! The Easter Bunny made a visit to some Gaborone, Botswana, kids over the weekend. Though there was much rain (a downpour when the Bunny visited), there were lots of smiles. and a few kids that screamed and ran the other way! Hugs from this sweet group of young ladies for the Easter Bunny. I think I recognize your voice.but you sure look funny! The ONE ph...
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SHINNanigans: June 2011
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Friday, June 24, 2011. J and J's Final Post (sniff sniff). We consider Botswana a very good place indeed. It has become a catch phrase, like the one our guide used on our day walks in the Okavango Delta when he told us a safe location for "the calling of the nature.". At our final lunch out. A coffee shop and cafe called Fegos. Someone came out to say goodbye to us. Tuesday, June 21, 2011. I say ‘...
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SHINNanigans: October 2012
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Wednesday, October 10, 2012. What I Miss About Botswana. Beautiful Blue Botswana Sky. We've been back in the US for a little over a year now. We still get asked, "Do you miss Botswana? And the answer is always "Yes". While the US is home and we are so blessed to live in this great nation, part of our hearts will always be in Botswana. Some of the aspects I miss most:. I miss you Bev, Mirabel and Celine!
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SHINNanigans: November 2010
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Saturday, November 6, 2010. Oudtshoorn and The Cango Caves. Our next stop was at this lovely place - Eight Bells Mountain Inn. If you look to the left of this photo - beyond the stone arch, you should see a log cabin. We didn't stay in one of these - but they looked so charming! We stayed in a family suite which was equipped with 2 bedrooms. Daddy and daughter taking a stroll. I am so spoiled. After a ...
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SHINNanigans: Double-Digit Birthday for B - She's TEN!
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Saturday, July 2, 2011. Double-Digit Birthday for B - She's TEN! Today marks a milestone for our 'little' girl. She is now DOUBLE-DIGITS! Ten years old today,. July 3, 2011. B continues to be a blessing to our family and to those who know her. She brings so much joy and laughter to our home. I think she gets her mischievous-side from her Grandma H. :-). We love you, precious girl! A song in her heart!
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SHINNanigans: Oodi Weavers
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Thursday, July 7, 2011. Oodi Weavers is a place I have wanted to visit since hearing about it from others here. When our friends from IN visited us last month, what better time to go? Though we were taking them to 'shop', I was hoping to find a treasure there for our (OK, myself! To learn a little about Oodi Weavers, go to this link. To read a little about the history. A "close up" of our tapestry.
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SHINNanigans: August 2010
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Friday, August 27, 2010. 1st Day of the New School Year! We started our new school year (2010-2011) this week. This is our 7th year of homeschooling the girls! For the first-day-of-school breakfast, the girls had pancakes.and good ol' Aunt Jemima syrup from the US. Pancakes for breakfast are a treat - since we usually have just cereal. ('Syrup' here in Gabs is like honey.). Monday, August 16, 2010.
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SHINNanigans: December 2010
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Tuesday, December 28, 2010. Still talking about our trip - African Penguins. I'm so glad we stopped. The African Penguins were so cute! Watching them waddle down to the water and jump in was adorable. Enjoy the stop with us. I believe I can fly! A young penguin. Seems to be saying, "Mama, I'm hungry! Can you count the penguins in the picture? Neither can I. There were hundreds and hundreds to see!
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SHINNanigans: Jwaneng Diamond Mine in Botswana
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Thursday, July 14, 2011. Jwaneng Diamond Mine in Botswana. In June the Bannons and I had an up-close look at 'what goes on' at a diamond mine. The Jwaneng Diamond Mine, located in Jwaneng, Botswana, produces the most value. Of any diamond mine in the world. For more info. So excited to tour the mine! Group on the observation deck. Our first stop was to gaze upon the pit from the 'bird's eye' view.
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SHINNanigans: July 2011
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You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." Isaiah 26:3. Thursday, July 14, 2011. Jwaneng Diamond Mine in Botswana. In June the Bannons and I had an up-close look at 'what goes on' at a diamond mine. The Jwaneng Diamond Mine, located in Jwaneng, Botswana, produces the most value. Of any diamond mine in the world. For more info. So excited to tour the mine! Group on the observation deck. Our first stop was to gaze upon the pit from the 'bird's eye' view.