Tag Archives: South Africa

Weekly Travel Photo Collection

Posted on January 30, 2014 by TBM

Today’s inspiration for my travel photo collection is The African Queen. I recently watched this flick from my movie list. I think this was the first time I’ve seen the movie since my trip to Zambia, Botswana, and South Africa … Continue reading →

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Traveling the world one country at a time

Posted on January 23, 2014 by TBM

I have been neglecting my travel photos for several months on this blog. The simple reason was because it got to be too much posting a photo a day. Then there was the slight problem of not having enough photos. … Continue reading →

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RIP Nelson Mandela

Posted on December 6, 2013 by TBM

I had a pub post ready to go today, and then I read the news about Nelson Mandela’s death and I decided to change my post. In 2010 I had the opportunity to visit South Africa and we attended a … Continue reading →

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Disgrace by J. M. Coetzee

Posted on April 9, 2013 by TBM

This is the fourth novel I’ve read by Coetzee and the third that I’ve completed for my 50 Year Project. I read this novel a few years ago and found it disturbing. Since I have the rule that I have to read or reread … Continue reading →

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No words to express how I feel

Posted on December 17, 2012 by TBM

I am still stunned by the news from Connecticut. My thoughts are with the friends and families of the victims. I don’t even know what words would be able to express how horrible this event is. People should never be … Continue reading →

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Sunday Post: People

Posted on September 23, 2012 by TBM

The photo below was taken during our stay in Cape Town, South Africa. We loved hanging out at this one square to watch all of the people. We visited during the 2010 World Cup and the fans really got into … Continue reading →

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Travel Theme: White

Posted on September 21, 2012 by TBM

Aisla’s travel theme this week honors the UN’s International Day of Peace, which is today, September 21st. 2012’s theme is ‘Sustainable Peace for a Sustainable Future.’ To help celebrate this day, Aisla has suggested that we post photos featuring white … Continue reading →

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Travel Photo of the Day (August 9)

Posted on August 9, 2012 by TBM

Here’s another photo of the South African Coastline. This photo was taken during a visit to Cape Point. I hope you enjoy the view. I know I did!

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Travel Photo of the Day (August 8)

Posted on August 8, 2012 by TBM

Yesterday I posted a photo from Cape Point, South Africa. Cindy requested more photos of the views I saw while climbing to the lighthouse. Not wanting to disappoint a friend, here’s one of the photos I snapped.

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Travel Photo of the Day (August 7)

Posted on August 7, 2012 by TBM

While visiting the Cape of Good Hope, we also stopped at Cape Point to check out the lighthouse. The lighthouse used to be higher up, but had to moved lower since it was seen too early and many ships came … Continue reading →

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