Written by: Cathie
Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Huayhuash
3 sick campers and 4 others quite happy for a break in proceedings to chill out and recouperate. A perfect spot to either do nothing or do it all. We had options such as ride the horses climb the nearest mountain and touch the glacier, swim the freezing rapids from the powerful waterfall down past the campsite, or soak all day in the hot spring pools. The sun was out all day for the first time since setting off which made for a glorious day – a little windy but once a sheltered spot was found rest was sweet.

The only activity that most people participated in was a hot soak and a clothes wash. After a mid afternoon snooze we included the crew in a quick game of frizbee and an improvised game of handball hackysack which was great fun. Once again we enjoyed a mini roast stuffed with spinach, roast potatoes and rice. Where do they come up with such delicacies and its a mystery to us all as to how they cook them.

A round table check-in before dinner allowed us all to contribute our experiences so far, how we are all relating to each other and how we envisage the next half of the journey. The group as a whole are full of love and support for each other and we are all looking forward to the challenges of the upcoming days. We are planning awake-up swim in the hot springs tomorrow. What a great start to the day. Life is tough at the top.
Go girls!

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