SANCTUARY

We all need a sanctuary... a special place where we can retreat, reflect and regain our equilibrium. City life brings the challenge of finding such a place amidst hectic lifestyles. Indeed such sanctuaries are scarce and sometimes our only resourt is to simply close our eyes and imagine ourselves at such a place.

When I was little, that place was next to our waterfall on our old farm. I spent many hours there contemplating the meaning of my own existence and simply merging into God's creation.

The photograph above was recently taken in the Drakensberg. This particular waterfall was incredibly peaceful and the water just seemed to wash away all my stress . Its entire ambience was reflective of my childhood sanctuary.

In the absence of a City sanctuary, this photo now acts as the catalyst to my calmness. I hope it can also do so for you.

THE BEAUTIFUL DRAKENSBERG - MORE PHOTOS

I wonder: Did this tree crack the rock or did its seed simply fall between the two rocks?

Proteas growing wild.

Below is a view of the stream below Belinda Falls.

The spectacular view of Cathedal Peak as you approach the hotel....about 20kms away

THE BEAUTIFUL DRAKENSBERG!

We have just returned from spending five magnificent days in the Kwazulu Natal Drakensberg - the biggest mountain range in South Africa. We stayed at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Our stay was complemented with wonderful staff went out of their way to make our stay memorable.

The hotel, together with its beautiful little wedding chapel, is set in the midst of mountains which reach up to 3000m above sea level. It is one of the few unspoiled places left in South Africa and is part of a world heritage site. It offers some of the most spectacular walks and hikes ever. I thought I'd share some of my photos with you....