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The Americas 2013

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3 January 2013

03 Jan

Because its the new year, and Jacqui and I are of the opinion that we haven’t partied enough to celebrate the upcoming trip, it was decided that we would do a quick lunch with some friends yesterday to say our final goodbye’s.  This was a mistake!

With 12 hours left to pack and make final arrangements, the hangover inducing behaviour of the day before wasn’t only irresponsible, it was downright stupid. That said, it was a fun afternoon with lovely people that never fail to entertain.

Today however, I have run around like a madman trying to ensure that I have packed everything I need, signing documents and saying goodbye to my kids and unfortunately am doing so feeling like I am dragging an elephant around behind me.

Our flight to Johannesburg for the evening was due to depart at 5pm although was delayed and we only arrived in Jhb at 8. An early night and a good nights rest is essential for our early flight to Argentina tomorrow morning.

Hangover inducing behaviour from the day before…Curse you Clarks!!

 
Be a sport Many of us have the means and wherewithal to undertake the dreams we want but elect to choose otherwise, many however, do not and that is the purpose of this plea. Afrika Tikkun (http://afrikatikkun.org// ) is a South African non governmental, non profit charity organisation run by the Lubner family that in essence does just that; re-provide the possibility to dream and to create the possibility of turning those dreams into a reality.

Unlike many pleas of this nature, I am not looking for any kind of sponsorship for my trip, but I am looking for your donation, regardless of its size to Afrika Tikkun. Please pledge generously as this is a fantastic cause that will assist them to provide food, care, education, health and social services to those that are desperately in need.

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