My dad is back in the country and we are once again ambling across the endless Zinder bush…
Our last outing this past weekend took us to unknown territory, which we had never covered by horse before.
I love our rides!
There is so much life quality involved when you get to spend hours in the beautiful outdoors, enjoying the never-ending scenery from the height of a hard-working ambling horse.
There’s so much to talk about and so much to enjoy.
Time passes quickly, but in such a subtle way that it feels as if it stands still.
You ride, and you talk. You watch, and you enjoy. It’s all one collection of quality moments.
Surrounded by the beautiful bush, the sun puts on a brilliant display which changes by the minute. I’m always amazed at how the passing of the sun always has a unique touch - a particular version that I’ve never seen before.
I never cease to enjoy the sunset.
Even as the sun goes down, the light stays with us. Darkness hits a few kilometers from the city, but the light of the stars stay with us and the horses know their way.
I love our rides in the bush!
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Follow-up comment rss or Leave a TrackbackOh Esther, I too love your rides in the bush. The sunsets are amazing. So glad your Dad is back now to share special times like this with.
You did it again! What fabulous photos. Glad to see that your father is back and your are out riding.
How wonderful you’re having some special time with your Dad! Your photos are gorgeous!
~Lisa
What a wonderful way to spend time with your dad. I feel the same things when I’m out in nature. Great sunset pictures too.
Hi there Ester
Those are incredible pictures and special moments for sure! I wish my dad was still around.
With love
C
Lovely photos of the sunset and special moments with your dad. Thanks for sharing.
I feel like I could jump into some of these pictures - wishful thinking!
Beautiful! I love reading about your adventures. What a great way to spend time with your Dad. I can almost feel the warmth from the Bush, which is much appreciated. It is snowy and cold here.
Just WOW to the scenery!
Beautiful scenery, Esther. It’s wonderful that you can spend so much quality time with your dad!
I, too, love the fact that you are able to enjoy so much beauty with your father! To enjoy the horses and the rides, to enjoy the beauty around you! There’s only one word for your skies — HEAVENLY! Magnificent captures, all!
Have a beautiful weekend, Esther!
Sylvia
This is a nice set of pictures. I enjoyed reading your thoughts as you travelled thru this distant land. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful photos,have a great weekend
Wonderful photos, I love the second last photo especially.
All the best
Guy
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I really enjoyed your beautiful shots.
what lovely photos. you are lucky to be there and with your loved ones too.
Beautiful sunset! The last 3 are my favorites and the second to last one is stunning!
I love your adventures.
Great sky shots.
The sky is never a boring subject… its perfectly beautiful.. you are one lucky human being to see this marvel.. see you too!
You do get to see some awesome sunsets there. Great photo and happy skywatching.
Your sunset snaps are spectacular! Beautiful scenery.
Beautiful sky shots,
but poor ground, it is so dry. All the grass gone?
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I am so glad your father is with you Esther to enjoy the togetherness and the splendour of the sky and indeed it is a most splendid sky!
No doubt about talking, riding and that feeling of peace that comes over you. I get that when I ride the trails here in Texas, over half a world away! Don’t you feel sorry for the folks who don’t ride and never get to experience that feeling?! I feel MOST sorry for the ones who WANT to ride (cause they know…) and don’t have the means or the opportunities. I’ve been there and it is it’s own kind of well, hell, for want of a better word! We are very lucky indeed.
Mindy
Esther: You certainly captured some beautiful skies over your land.
What a great, wide open place to ride. I’m sure riding with your dad is extra special, too.
Every Zinder sunset is gorgeous!
Gorgeous series!
so lovely! i love getting little glimpses into what your life in africa is like!
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