We Made It!

Our journey began on Friday, June 15, at Detroit Metro.  Three planes, an overnight in Johannesburg, and 39 hours later, we arrived in Gaborone, Botswana.  The flight across the pond was an hour shorter and the total flight time from Atlanta to Johannesburg was only 16 hours instead of 17.  It's a beautiful winter day in Gaborone-sunny and 74 degrees. 

We were warmly greeted by the University of Botswana staff, with Mr. Six's beaming grin to welcome us.

We settled in at the University of Botswana with all 13 members of our group with all of our baggage.  This was no mean feat, but nothing can stop this intrepid group-not car trouble, misdirected luggage, travel delays, complicated check-ins, cattle crossing the road...