Journey to South Africa - Cape Vidal

 

Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14

After being in a moving vehicle for about ten hours, it is absolutely thrilling to see the sign welcoming us to Cape Vidal. We still have a couple of hours of daylight and I can't wait to cast my eyes upon this ocean side. We check into our cabin that has this view....

unload our bags, put on swimsuits and go directly to the short, dirt path which leads us from luscious green grass and trees to an abundance of brown sand that reaches out into the Indian Ocean. At first, I hesitate to go in the water because the waves are fiercely super-sized. Apparently, a storm left behind high winds and feisty water.

Once I take the plunge, the waves toss me around as if I am a rag doll. If I try to control the effect of the waves on my body, sand shoots into my swimsuit as my body twists and turns without mercy. It is such a contrast to sitting in the back seat of a van! I am tempted to run back to the safety of the shore, yet the thrill of being in the water is stronger than my fear of drowning. I quickly learn to close my eyes and bow into the turbulence of the crashing waves. This act of surrender allows me to gracefully float forward. I am very aware that the saying “go with the flow” is being reinforced by Mother Nature with each mighty wave she sends my way.

Every one else chooses to go back to the cabin to escape the rough water and high winds. I stay on the beach and soak in all of the energy I can from this incredible place. The remote setting makes it easy for me to feel as if I am one with water, sand, trees, sky, air and God. I am definitely having a “heaven on earth” experience.

 

The next morning, Greg and I get up early so we can watch the sunrise over the ocean, one of my most very favorite things to do in the world! The violent waters of yesterday have now turned ultra calm and inviting.Our check-out time of 10:00 a.m. comes around way too soon! After my early morning solitary walk along the shore, I hang out in the ocean until I shower and climb in the van once more.

 

After we explore more areas along the coastline, we are off to Swaziland, a small country I have never heard of before. The good times just keep on rolling!

Thanks for reading!

Beverly

Comments

[Anna]

incredible! thank you for sharing all the pictures and the experiences...i love the way you write about it because it feels like i'm there!

[Barbara]

Loved the sunrises, and felt one with you as you let us experience what you felt and saw...The video is awesome...Greg is amazing!!!!!