SA2011: Hanging around in Wakkerstroom

A lot of poeple wonder why we love Wakkerstroom so much. The most obvious reason is because it is where we get to spend time the the Dad's side of the family. The boys even think that Oupa and Ouma live in Wakkerstroom because that's where we always see them. There are so many other reasons why it is special to us. It brings memories of playing and exploring in the big garden, afternoon puzzles and games on the sun porch, delicious home cooked food and lots to drink, excellent conversations, evening walks, birdwatching, fishing and hiking. It's also about the only time in the year that we have to really rest and relax!

Christmas Day

Flower arranging with Ouma

Getting the hang of handball

No fun like playing with a hose pipe
Keeping the Great Danes on their toes

Bird Watching at The Vlei

Horse riding at the neighbours

Sudoku Puzzles with Oupa

Books with Great Aunt Megs

Learning about Nintendo DS from extended cousins Jack and Ross

The rainbow

This year we did three hikes while we were in Wakkies. The best way to appreciate nature is to immerse yourself into it and hiking is one of the ways to do that. Especially if you cannot get to the destination in any other way. I always feel so good, relaxed and satisfied after a hike. I hope that my boys will grow to enjoy it as much as I do. I'll put the photos for each hike in a separate post after this one so be sure to look at older posts if you are interested!

SA2011: Ox Wagon Mountain

Just behind the house is the path leading up to the Ox Wagon Mountain. Last year Nicholas managed to go 1/4 of the way up. This year we decided to pace ourselves on Nick again, hoping to make the half way mark, but we made it 3/4 of the way up. I was so impressed with my little guy's stamina and determination. Also with Dad's strength because he did the hike with Danny on his shoulders. Maybe next year we will make the summit!

I couldn't resist some scenery shots