The past six months I was privileged to visit my Motherland, Namibia, as well as Trinidad &Tobago, The Bahamas, New Zealand, and Tonga. Each of these countries is unique and inspired me in a very special way.
I knew that Namibia is a beautiful country, however being away from it for so long and being deprived of its beauty made me appreciate it even more this time around. Namibia is a “land of contrasts” and I was privileged to visit contrasting places such as a farm in the south and my place of birth. It made me think of the many people who have walked the road with me, some of whom are long gone and some of whom are spread around the globe.
The beautiful sunsets, sounds of birds and animals cannot be compared to any other in the world.
Coming from the South we visited my brother and his family on their farm in the Komas Hoch land it was refreshing to drive in the veld and appreciate the wildlife and beautiful landscapes. It was an amazing experience to enjoy the hospitality of family and friends from the south in Mariental and Rehoboth to the north in Windhoek and Swakopmund.
We were treated to Namibian Braaivleis, sitting next to the fire, listening to stories and having loads of laughter, to having dinner while overlooking the Windhoek from Heinitzburg Castle and having the most scrumptious prawns in O'Portuga :-)Our daughters enjoyed the real Namibian Boerewors served on Brotchens with home made sauce, Jam and Peanut butter the most.
Walking alongside the mighty Atlantic Ocean with my beautiful daughters and watching my husband fishing, was an experience which I cherish as I struggle to get use to the cold in British Colombia. I guess the wonderful time in my Motherland will carry me until next time.
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