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Take a journey through the East African Plains soaring temperatures of 120 degrees and that is in the shade. Intensified sounds of insects humming and buzzing. Going about their daily life cleaning things up and pollinating plants. Set up camp the old fashioned way under canvas, only then will you truly experience the spirit of this dark continent. flicking ear by bush gives lion away to his prey switches tail in disgust Go on foot with your guide you will see and learn far more this way. When dressing in the morning be sure to shake out your boots in case a scorpion found in it a haven. Admire the wind swept trees their tops completely flat, and smell the deep red earth so pungent and rich in scent. Feel the ground shake as elephants file past on their way to drink. Marvel at the sights of lakes painted pink by the wading flamingo's, the vast rift valley and magical waterfalls. All this and far more entices the senses and the wonder of the utter freedom offered. vast herds on you roam african land you bewitch your scent lingers on

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Date: 2/3/2015 8:20:00 AM
Hi Shadow...thanks for sharing, I live in South Africa, it's not really like the rest of Africa...so this is such powerful depiction...rgds, 7habang
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Date: 12/14/2014 9:31:00 AM
scents and sounds of Africa-poetic authentic heart-warming. Love Shadow. MERRY CHRISTMAS xxxx rajat
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Date: 12/8/2014 7:49:00 AM
Like Scott, I had forgotten this form. Good imagery. Touching the senses with your words is always true poetry, regardless of the form. An enjoyable read.
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Date: 12/7/2014 6:16:00 AM
I had forgotten this form. What a wonderful example.
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Date: 12/7/2014 4:04:00 PM
ty Scott I enjoy this form hugs
Date: 12/5/2014 7:55:00 AM
Fantastic, you have allowed me to luxuriate in your words.
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Shadow Hamilton
Date: 12/7/2014 1:50:00 AM
ty Rick hugs ( my book is now published )
Date: 12/5/2014 7:34:00 AM
Thanks for sharing the African continent with us..I enjoyed reading about its beauty..It is also a very scary place as well..Thanks for dropping by "The Moldy Closet" I am finished I think..Maybe one line needs more attention but I can't seem to remedy its wording..Sara
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Date: 12/7/2014 1:49:00 AM
ty Sara will take a look. Africa is beautiful I still miss it hugs
Date: 12/5/2014 12:59:00 AM
Truly Beautiful Shadow! Hv a blessed day!
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Shadow Hamilton
Date: 12/7/2014 1:47:00 AM
ty Dr Upma you too your support is very uplifting hugs
Date: 12/4/2014 9:55:00 PM
You make me want to go there right now. It is a primal and beautiful place I am sure. Great job, shadow.
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Date: 12/7/2014 1:46:00 AM
ty Andrea hugs
Date: 12/4/2014 8:15:00 PM
truly golden pen pal
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Date: 12/7/2014 1:46:00 AM
ty Liam hugs

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