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Some memorable moments of 'our youth', over the last few years, but mostly, of recent adventures.

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We have so many photographs that it's impossible to select the best. Therefore, every now-and-again, we choose a handful to refresh our memories. As our good friend and great singer/composer, Brian Murray, wrote in one of his songs, "Life comprises a whole lot of memories." We feel blessed to have seen tiny parts of the world in reasonable depth. We were reminiscing the other day, for a change, and realized that our experiences, before even reaching mountains, our main passion and purpose, have been filled with adventures that at times make us wonder whether we were dreaming. Bulgaria: Kutelo Ridge, spectacular. Koprovsky Peak, Slovakia, felt some fear in the snow and wind when turning on the narrow mountain top. Jenni on the ridge in front of Mount Vihren, Bulgaria, one of the best. The long route to Mount Sulur, Iceland. Dr. Norman gave me a new hip ... thank you. Sunset at Anza Borrego. Peaking on Mount Wheeler, New Mexico. ...

38.08 & 38.09 South Africa: Giants Castle: A period in a unique part of the Drakensberg (as if it's not all unique.) Two hikes: Langalibalele Pass and Meandering Hut.

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In the beginning...a long way to go. Getting closer to destination. A special place, manicured mountains and valleys with Jenni on the right. Always look up and travel the same way... A personal favorite from the second outing, the one to Meandering hut. Another painting. On a sister trail, a domesticated scene, three little ones provide the atmosphere not unlike that of human children. Always ascending, sometimes more acutely than at other times. The scenes are/were stunning. Jen aligns with the backdrop. The weather changed, for a change. A herd of Eland, the largest antelope in Africa. From the way they darted from Jenni, not the bravest bunch, although Jenni can be rather tough ... ask me. Simply stunning scenes … if you like that sort of 'thing'. 'Play Misty for me'. Monks Cowl, Cathkin Peak and Champagne Castle: Does it get any better? Cheers, Jenni and Jeffrey