After a slow start, we headed into the mountains, and it did cool down. We stopped part way to buy some bikes with the money Crystal collected from her coworkers. We found some great little bikes and a patch kit for the tires. While we were away from the bus Jenna, Brent and others put on an impromptu circus for people on the street near the bus with the hula hoops and balls they purchased at a store nearby. When I returned, I heard a taxi driver muttering, “loco, loco, loco!” We loaded the bikes on the roof and off we went.
Next stop was “Gingers Paradise,” an organic farm/B&B/Craft-, Coffee-, and Chocolate-shop. We played in the river for a bit While the owner finished lunch, then he collected us and took us on a tour. He certainly has a holistic approach to everything. We talked microhydro, coffee, permaculture, and the need for biting ants. We saw the dry toilet (important for many in the group), a tree that makes soap, and finished up in the gift shop/bedroom/living room.
Back on the bus one more time, we arrived at the driveway to CERENID just before dark. I wondered how the bus would get down the driveway since we had to hike down the last time I was here. The road was improved somewhat, however, and with the skills of our excellent driver, Juan, we made it all the way. We received a warm welcome, unloaded most of the bus, settled into our great little house and met all the boys. It was beautifully cool so a good sleep was had by most.
Till tomorrow, keep us in your thoughts
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