A Puente (holiday weekend) in Anapoima

a view along the way to Anapoima

Enjoying another puente (I must admit, we really do get quite a few holidays here in Bogota!) and trying to get caught up on things- one of which is this blog. More than ever, I admire and respect those who are faithful in their writing and posting. I am afraid we fall short, but... we do want to recommit to posting more often. Instead of feeling the need to write a 'real' blog each week, think we'll try to just settle for sharing snipets of our lives here.

love the flowers that can be found everywhere

Here we are- outside of the finca

We celebrated our first long weekend (puenta) in November by going on a retreat with our cell group family. These folks have become special friends and we are extremely grateful for them and the times that we share. We rented a finca (farmhouse) in a town called Anapoima which is only about 100 km away, but the travel time can range from about 2- 6 hours depending on the traffic. The finca was amazing and we are already thinking about a return visit some day!

J on one of the 5 or 6 sofas!

an amazing kitchen- fully equipped.
I think I could actually learn to like to cook with a kitchen like this...
although it did help to have friends to cook with and for!



the table is set and ready for another amazing meal

 



love the Asian art and decor

I have NO idea what kind of tree this was, but I admit to being
fascinated by it. Think the balls would make for a great game of bocci ball or croquet!

jump shot with the glow from the sunset

life is indeed good

Not sure what was more beautiful- the pool area or the view?!

While in Japan, I loved the cleansing stations outside of temples and shrines. Here in
Colombia, I am loving all the unique doors and doorways. Here's a great one, taken from
the hallway looking out into the pool area.

On the way back to Bogota, we stopped at a roadside stand

Renting a van in Colombia includes a driver! It was a good thing too, as
the drive was a bit intense- up & down narrow and curvy mountain roads

I had forgotten how much I missed sunsets!
The Heavens declare the majesty of the Lord!

the gang.. wild n' crazy

until next time.....