First full day in Nelspruit

It's our first morning here at the Sunset Manor. There's a very cute dog who seems quite willing to come hang out (especially if there happens to be food present).

A group of us got up early and meditated led by one of the guys on my team, Anil. It was so cool. What a wonderful way to start the day.

And you wouldn't believe this place we're staying. It's on a hill top overlooking the whole city -- in the morning sun the view is spectacular. We did the meditation session on a patio next to a fountain in the brisk morning air. Incredible. I think we're going to end up doing yoga/meditation every morning.

In about an hour we're going to meet with our clients, though I actually bumped into mine (Yvette from Businesses Against Crime) in the driveway. We talked for a few minutes and she seemed very optimistic about the possibility of some progress. She also seemed acutely aware that the proposed scope for our project is enormous, which was good to hear because I think she has realistic expectations about just how much we can possibly get done.

I am beginning to think that just having us meet with all the interested parties will be helpful -- because each time we meet with them we'll be making the case for the emergency SMS system we're proposing. More on that later as it unfolds.

Oh...and I need to tell you about the breakfast room here...it's on the top of the building and has open air-windows overlooking the view. So nice. And they had some nice strong tea for me too :-) I'll get some photos for you.

My room is fine -- it's sort of an addition to the hotel (a bit of a basement, but with a really nice private outdoor space and I'm right by the pool.) It's a bit damp and chilly, but nothing I can't handle. Especially because the rest of the facility is so amazing.

Ok...off to meet the clients for the first-day overview.