On Sunday, we visited a national park that was a one hour drive into the mountains. The park was beautiful, and we all had a great time. We continue to be in awe over the beauty of the mountains here in Colombia. At the park, they offered dune buggies, zip line, jumping on trampolines, and also feeding ostriches. Although the kids were intrigued by the ostrich, they were frightened of them. However, Jose found out that they bite, as one bit him when he was giving them food. There were also some peacocks there, that the kids enjoyed feeding much more. The park also had a large area of sculptures, that displayed the many aspects of Colombia. It was very fascinating to see. We are putting many pictures on the blog, as they speak greater volumes about the park than we could ever express in words.
Entering the Park
A chapel at the park.
Eric rode the Dune Buggies!
The park is built on a mountainside, so below are pictures taken about half way up the mountain in the park. The first one is looking down, and the second one is looking up the mountain.
Below are the sculptures in the park, that represent the many facets of Colombia.
The kids had an opportunity to feed the ostriches, but the ostriches were pretty aggressive, so the boys were afraid of them. They enjoyed feeding the peacock, who enjoyed the feed just as much.
Another fantastic mountain view with the family.
Some pots that are 500 Old. They were seen in a museum in the park.
More beautiful flowers of Colombia. This purple one is my favorite, as there is a flower within a flower. I see these everywhere in Colombia.
More specatucular mountain views. Do you get the point the area is very mountainous??
The end of an exhausting day. Leaving the park!! With 2 kids still in tow!!
The roads are very winding as we travel. It is also very interesting to see the houses where people live along the roads. Some of them are nothing more than small shelters. There are also many small food stands along the road where people are selling things. Many people are just lounging around. It is very interesting also, because rain doesn't seem to affect the people here. Even when it is raining, people continue their activity outdoors.
The day was very exhausting, and when we returned to the hotel, the kids just wanted to watch a little television and go to bed.
We are hoping to hear more on the courts this week. We will keep you updated.
Adios --
Joyce Eric, Diego and Jeferson
5 comments:
amazing photos!!! Wish we would have visited there! WHere are you staying again? Keep enjoying the sunshine there, it is getting chilly here (high of 53 tomorrow?!)
Jodi
Looks like you had a great day! The photos are breathtaking! Do you still plan to stay in this area until sentencia? Seems like they have warmer weather than Bogota has...I'd stay and enjoy the pool!!! :0)
Keep us updates on what the courts are doing--we're sure hoping this is your week to get the good news!
Adios~
Brian, Mary, Lauren & Ben
Hi Joyce & Eric,
What a beautiful park! It looks like you had a wonderful day. Praying for you to get good news from the courts.
Love,
Kristen
An incredible experience once again! It looks like all is going well, and that Jeferson and Diego keep getting more and more comfortable with you, and you with them. You will have some awesome pictures for their album when you get home!! And they will never forget all the amazing things you have done with them in their beautiful country.
Keep up the great attitudes, and looking forward to the next batch of pics!
Patsy, Jon, Will and Jake
Incredible pictures once again! You guys amaze me in your daily adventures! You are truly getting the whole Colombian experience, and are making those of us aching to get back there completely jealous!
Praying like crazy for the strike to end. Hope this week brings some good news.
Take care,
Patsy and boys
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