For those of you think that all’s we did was work, work, work while my Dad was with me in the tribe, this ought to ease your minds. As much as we did work hard (just ask Dad), we also took time to enjoy our time there as well. Here are some pictures to show you:
The Ga’dang people grow coffee and therefore enjoy a good cup of coffee. We enjoyed a cup with Paquito and Perfecto while we visited with them.
We were invited to go out to Danilo’s farm to eat papaya, and of course to drink coffee. Was it worth the hike? Just ask Dad.
Every few days we’d hike up what we affectionately call “signal hill” to make a phone call, letting our wives know we are surviving without them, even though we miss them. (Just ask Dad).
One of my neighbours, Itang offered us some of her ‘ulam’ (meat to eat with rice) to have with our supper. Yummy frog legs and fresh water shrimp! Mmm! (Don’t ask Dad.)
At the end of each work day, we all enjoyed soaking in the stream. The little water fall just outside the village was a our ‘spa’; good for easing sore muscles. Bob seemed to always be the first one in. (just ask Dad or Erik).
On the hike out Dad had the opportunity to ride Danny’s carabao, at least briefly. It’s not as easy as it looks (just ask Dad).
Of course a hard week ‘in the bush’ deserves a treat. So when we got out, we went for a typical Filipino snack; halo-halo and coke. Mmm, delicious! Just ask Dad.
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