Ostriches anyone??

I almost got to meet up with the other girls on the way through Jo-burg to George since their plane was delayed a few hours. But, of course, they had already closed the gate and darn SAA wouldn't let me on the plane. I swear Jo-burg just wants to keep me there!

Anyhow, the next morning I flew to George and was able to hire a taxi to take me to Oudtshoorn to see the ostriches. These birds are pretty funny looking, have a scary bite, and kick hard straight ahead. The males are the ones that are aggressive (typical!!), so I had to make sure not to get in front of one. I didn't want to get kicked in the head!

Ostrich eggs are so strong that I was able to stand on top of some without breaking them! (yes, my pants are long, so don't make fun! I'm product testing. lol) One ostrich egg is like eating 18-24 normal chicken eggs.

Ever since I saw the movies "Scavenger Hunt" and "Swiss Family Robinson," I've wanted to ride an ostrich. It was high up on my list of things to do. Random, I know. So while Courtney, Juli, Kimmie, and Aneka were at the Cango Caves, I convinced the guy to let me ride the ostrich...twice!! I had to wrap my legs around the big bird, grab a hold of the side of the wings, and lean way back!




I finally met up with Aneka, Kimmie, Juli, and Courtney for the long drive to Cape Town. It was now pouring rain, and I got to drive the rental car...on the opposite side of the car...on the opposite side of the street...with a left-handed stick shift. Nice.