Gibbs Farm

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Enjoying Our First Break from Life "in the Bush" at Gibbs Farm

 

Gibbs Farm is a former coffee plantation overlooking a picturesque valley where the bean is grown, and is now a very charming lodge.

 

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The local flora is exotic and colorful, reminding us of Hawaii.

 

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Colorful Weaver birds are ubiquitous.

 

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They hang out near the "smorgasbord" -- rice and fruit put out by the Lodge to attract birds -- a favorite spot for easy and entertaining bird-watching.

 

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Our "cocktail" hour group:  Left to right, Bill, Dee, Alan, Sumpter, Linda, Joan, and Julie.

 

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Next morning, a hike to a waterfall provides some welcome exercise.  Alan and Sumpter are already looking very Masai with walking sticks postured over their shoulders.    Hang on to somebody if you dare to look down.


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