According to the bible on the seventh day of creation God rested.   Numerologically number seven carries this symbolism.  My cabin number is seven and it is a perfect place to rest, write, read, review and reflect.

Last night I met the manager of the Eco Lodge, Carlos, who had only just arrived from a few days in the capitol of La Paz.  After chatting to him for some time I asked if he knew anything about the ancient history of this place because I felt it was very special.  He seemed to be taken aback by my question and then said that one of his former guests, a Canadian man, had told him the same.  He said that he felt it was an ancient site, possibly pre-Inca and maybe even pre-Aymara.  (Aymara is the language and culture of the local indigenous people.  I read somewhere that it was one of the most ancient languages).   I told him I felt the same.   He then proceeded to show me a large pile of ancient rocks and fossils found when some of the buildings were being constructed.   I intend to look at them very carefully in the day light and I feel sure Eduardo will be very interested indeed. 

Weeks ago, when I was back home in Australia, thinking about the things I would pack in my suitcase to bring on this adventure, I felt very strongly I needed to bring my gardening gloves. Gardening gloves?  I love to garden and create beauty.  I’m also very resourceful with my planting.   I decided against bringing a gardening trowel, because of the extra weight, however here I am, living in my little cottage with a pair of gardening gloves.  Am I crazy? 

Last night Carlos told me that a major gardening project was being planned to begin next month, when the rains are expected.   They will be digging up the earth to create gardening beauty.  I offered to help.   I wonder what we will dig up?    There’s obviously something going on.  I really enjoy following my inner prompts and uncovering clues because this makes life so exciting.    I have no idea where they will lead and that’s part of following the mystery trail.

 Ashtara