These cactus-looking trees are called Uforia. I'm not sure of the spelling. They are fascinating, to say the least.
A sisal plant at dusk.
Sunset on the hills. It had indeed been a great day!
Beauty everywhere! Even up close! God is such a creative being!
Acacia trees off in the distance - the quintessential Kenyan tree. I love them!
Moss growing in the trees. James said they call it "old man's beard".
Me... contemplating life.
This is James, our "guide" for the day. - he was great! It actually seems to me like the word "guard" should be used, though. It's strongly recommended that hikers hire one of these guys for a hike at Ngong Hills (at $14 for the day, with the money going to the Kenya Wildlife Service). "Thugs" (thieves, rapists) are common, as are buffalo! We saw the footprints of a leopard and could smell the remains of a "kill" that a leopard had consumed. James told us incredible stories of 6 "jumbos" (elephants) that had strolled through the hills just two weeks prior. It was an exciting adventure, to say the least! I've now gone there four times and have loved it each and every time.
1 comment:
Hey Deb...
I'm reading Out of Africa again; your Ngong Hills photos are very timely. Great pics, as usual. Have you made any chocolate chip cookies yet? Be blessed!
Wafula
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