Constant Motion

We have been going pretty hard for 2 weeks straight. Working hard all day is draining enough, then coupled with monotonous travel, the hot weather, and a lack of sleep, had taken a toll on me. And a couple days ago I felt I had come to the end of my rope... I was tired and cranky, and it was beginning to be evident. I was completely aware of it to, and didn't want to come off rude to Sybil or undermine any of the unique experiences I have been so fortunate to have, so I just prayed. That plus a little more rest and skipping breakfast the next morning (I got to sleep in till 8:45 the last day at Sybil's) was just what I needed. I am glad that I was able to get through a rough day and regain the energy I needed to continue... When you step back and really put things in perspective it really gives you a wider view of the big picture. I immediately think of Morticai, and the suffering he goes through on a daily basis, and it embarrasses me that I would complain about being a little stretched thin, or worn out, or exhausted... Putting things in perspective from time to time is essential to staying focused on the task at hand.

Images are: an oxpicker bird, a view of the village, two goats sleeping behind the catholic church, a view from the river Pieter took us to, and Sybil with the chickens she bought in the market. She later made fun of me cause I absolutely refused to carry them (I was still recovering from murdering the other chicken)