Life and the daily stress that comes with it, tends to rob ones' soul of joy.
The newspapers and television are filled with sad stories and images of violence, and we easily forget that there is beauty to be found if we endeavour to find it.
On a recent visit to the Ongava Reserve Namibia we had the pleasure of observing a pride lions with three (three month old) cubs. It was late afternoon and the pride was still in a state of slumber. The cubs however were full of energy and demanded attention from the older members of the pride. "Father" lion with his impressive mane was pounced upon by one of the cubs whom took great pleasure in jumping on "fathers" head and biting his ear for good measure. "Father" lion was still too dozy to react and the cub then proceeded to "attack" his tail every time it moved! When this did not have the desired effect, it decided to give up and promptly flopped to the ground next to "father" with his light furry belly exposed and paws in the air.
The other two cubs where also entertaining themselves by growling loudly, and no doubt were very impressed by the sound that emanated from their jaws. When they became too restless, one of the older members of the pride put her large paw over one of the cubs as if to say " settle down little one".
God sure was in a humours mood when he created these little cubs!! I could have watched them for hours, and I feel enriched and filled with joy when I remember this sighting.
To put it simply, it was a picture of paradise!
Your sincerely
H.Y.
Ongava Game Lodge is situated along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve. Ongava is the ideal place from which to base your activities when visiting Etosha. Accommodation comprises 10 air-conditioned brick, rock and thatch chalets, each with en-suite facilities.
Meals are either served in the main dining area under thatch with a view over the camp's water hole - or on the dining deck under the stars. Activities include game drives in open 4x4 vehicles into the Okaukuejo area of Etosha where Lion, Elephant, Cheetah, Gemsbok, Springbok, and Hartebeest can be seen at many of the water holes in the park.
In addition, night drives, hides and walks with armed guides are enjoyed on the private reserve. Ongava has resident White and Black Rhino, giving guests staying at Ongava the opportunity to see both species.
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