There is something about the lake that really relaxes me. There is nothing specific, but a few things come to mind: seeing a large body of water, the views from the opposing shore, the thought that I could swim across, the possibility of building a house on the shore somewhere, where would be the best view, the sound of the water lapping on the shore, the birds and other fauna I would see...
I enjoyed an early, relaxing AM on the shore, getting things done. John was supposed to wake up early with me, but arrived a few hours later, not feeling very well. This did not bode well, as he was supposed to go Gorilla trekking in the AM. He soldiered on.
We left at a reasonable time, and got the Gorilla permits, not without the classic "the machine is not working," and "we cannot find your reservation." We went for a long lunch at Calafia Cafe near the Congo Border. Started by two girls from California who were living in Rwanda, it is a gem of a place. It is perfectly located, perfectly decorated, and has some of the best California style food around. Y'all, I am talking legitimate food here. After lunch, we headed out to Musanze, all the while John got more ill.
We arrived at the Virunga Hotel directly in the middle of town. He slept while Jessica enjoyed her first African Market. African markets are always a sight to behold; this one was rather well laid out, under a metal roof, but still had everything one could think of: from cheap plastic buckets to food stuffs to Kitenge fabric (African fabric to make clothes and other items.) Most of the sellers are trying to hack their goods to you, and it sometimes works; I have somehow grown immune to their calls. We grabbed dinner at a pizza joint, and then crashed early, as they had an early start for gorilla trekking.
Lesson for the day: Sometimes the best laid plans are stymied by sickness. And you adjust for it. Thankfully, John was better by the next day!
Until next time...
Love life, Find meaning, Be happy,
Craiger
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