Voices

Thu 22 July, 2010

Sitting at the airport, waiting for the first of two flights, is quite an experience when traveling with all of you. A litany of voices float through my head, delivered like a gentle melody. Fortunately you are courteous of others, and speak in turn, otherwise I'd be crazy for sure! Here's a sample:

"Let's have fun, but Please be SAFE" -I'd wager you know who you are...

"Let's walk over to the food court" -But didn't we eat only an hour ago, I plead...

"I really don't like flying, are you sure we won't get sick?" -Don't worry, I've got ya covered.

"Did you notice what that lady is wearing?" - I know, people are so fascinating!

And then some of you sit very still and quiet, wearing big dark sunglasses, and seated side by side we wait patiently.

This trip to Nicaragua is about to happen, and it is destined to unfold in three loosely planned installments. For those that like structure, I can give you the general layout for Part One.

In our first week, we will congregate with a group of Veterinary Volunteers, assembled from numerous points around the USA. We'll be lodging together in a villa, located within a large Eco-farm, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The small town below us is named San Juan del Sur; apparently a hot spot for all things beach, food, and culture. For three days our talents will be choreographed into a Spay and Neuter clinic. Apparently celibacy hasn't trickled into the local pet population, and the cost of surgery is prohibitive to most of the pet owners. So look out "Trixie" and "BooBoo", we're coming for a visit... The remaining days of Part One will be filled with nail-biting adventure I'm sure!

Survivor Nicaragua

Just this morning I read on-line that the next TWO seasons (Seasons 21 and 22) of Survivor, are being filmed in Nicaragua, near San Juan del Sur. On numerous occasions in the past, several of you have tried to nudge me into applying to be a contestant on this popular reality program. Isn't it an amazing coincidence that they are overlapping with our visit to the same location? Personally, I find it to be VERY interesting indeed!

Another voice: "We should probably go to the restroom one more time before we get on the plane" -I don't know if that was you or I, but it's a great idea!

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Re: Voices

Posted by Wilma on Thu 22 July, 2010.

You go girl! I am so excited about your trip. i can live vicariously through you. I hope that we can 'steal' some excerpts from your blog to put into the new seed blog.

Please take lots of pics and video if you can. Especially when you do the volunteer work. And yes, you should go on Survivor!!!! My old boss developed the concept for that show. He now just opens envelopes with big cheques in them.

Love you loads and BE SAFE (directed at the voice who spoke it! )

Love,
Wilma xxxx

Re: Voices

Posted by Suur Maj on Thu 22 July, 2010.

missed the voice: lets sit in silent and lets stop wearing sunglasses for most time we have them on the top of our head!

fantastico!

Nice to see that their is place that is familiar to me: San Juan del sur

Juan is one of my names i got after birth as a child of Roman catholic parents and Sur is the spanish equivalent for suur for sure.

Follow you. Have fun and don,t listen too much to all those voices,just listen to your own. So forget this voice!

Suur Maj

Re: Voices

Posted by Jean on Thu 22 July, 2010.

I have had a very rough week so it was FABULOUS to come home tonight and realize WE are going on vacation! Yes, please visit the ladies room before getting on the plane. Thank you!
Have a safe trip and I wholeheartedly second Wilma's request for lots of pics and videos!
xoxo
Jean

Re: Voices

Posted by SH on Thu 22 July, 2010.

Hola amiga! Vuela con los angeles! And have a wonderful trip!
Hope that resplendant quetzal lands right next to you!

Re: Voices

Posted by Joy on Fri 23 July, 2010.

Let the Adventure begin!! I love the anticipation of a the start of the trip.

Re: Voices

Posted by Dailahn on Fri 23 July, 2010.

This was very well written. I was totally drawn in. Sounds like we're in for a grand adventure. I agree with Suur Maj, listen only to yourself. Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.
Dailahn

Re: Voices

Posted by Trisha on Fri 23 July, 2010.

I'm so glad we're ready to go. I'm looking forward to helping you spay and neuter our furry friends. I'm gonna go buy some water. Did you pack the bug spray?

Re: Voices

Posted by Guest on Fri 23 July, 2010.

ack..sorry I am late!!! and its ok..I will walk to the food court by myself..I need that coffee! Then I will put my glasses on and laugh at that lady..no..I will keep my thoughts to myself. It is not poilte to laugh! Wheres my valium for the plane anyhow???

Re: Voices

Posted by Elmer on Fri 23 July, 2010.

IM HEEEEERRRREEEEEE.... Did you get my picture?! It was from my new cell number... I did not get sick this time and SOOOOOOOO look forward to people watching...We must remain safe though...I am soooooo looking forward to playing surgeon ... OH WAIT.. I mean nurse to YOUR SURGERIES....YAY...like riding a bike...LETS DO IT....Whens's dinner?

Re: Voices

Posted by Guest Mishanavah on Sat 24 July, 2010.

How delightful it is to embark on another journey with you my Darling. I am so looking forward to it. Love your great humor and great writing talent. Take good care of our furry friends.