1st big storm
10/13/2008 05:55:00 PM
So after 11 days on Cat Island we are experiencing our first big storm from Africa, huge waves with white caps and lots of wind, they tell us that this is the 1st of formations to head our way.
We were out on the property this morning and discovered some mistakes in the land clearing, hard to put back trees that have been bulldozed over. So, we left in frustration and headed to grab a bite to eat, forgetting that it is Columbus Day. Most stores and places to grab a bite are closed due to the holiday. We found that the Pilot Harbor was open, so we stopped in to eat and have a beer. The lady who works the place everyday, Charlie, is very fond of MATLOCK.....I kid you not, most houses are falling apart and look unlivable but they have satellite cable!!! After Matlock, which we have endured about 5 episodes over the course of 11 days, comes People's Court, ARUGH!!! Where is the football or even crappy talk shows.
We attempted to do some snorkeling toady, but the water was too rough. Hence the storm blowing in....I keep reaching for my camera but alas the battery has already gone out on us, so we are waiting for the next business partner to fly out Oct 20th with a replacement. There is soooo much to photograph here, a short list:
random single shoes, they are everywhere, you wouldn't believe
old decrepit buildings, they don't tear anything down, just let it fall apart
piles of conch shells, everywhere
the different bays of water
the locals we have met, several that are employees at Greenwood
the Fall Festival/Columbus day celebration at the Fry Shacks, live music, crafts, food
oh and our Mac went down on us, no idea what is wrong with it but it won't turn on. so much for technology....
We have our first set of guests at Greenwood, a lady from England and a family of 5 from Portugal, 3 small kids. So we have been listening to screaming kids and a crying baby every night at dinner, which btw is out on the patio every night.
more to come later, this is the first post and I need to figure out how to get pics on here.
Love to you all, Kristy and Chris
We were out on the property this morning and discovered some mistakes in the land clearing, hard to put back trees that have been bulldozed over. So, we left in frustration and headed to grab a bite to eat, forgetting that it is Columbus Day. Most stores and places to grab a bite are closed due to the holiday. We found that the Pilot Harbor was open, so we stopped in to eat and have a beer. The lady who works the place everyday, Charlie, is very fond of MATLOCK.....I kid you not, most houses are falling apart and look unlivable but they have satellite cable!!! After Matlock, which we have endured about 5 episodes over the course of 11 days, comes People's Court, ARUGH!!! Where is the football or even crappy talk shows.
We attempted to do some snorkeling toady, but the water was too rough. Hence the storm blowing in....I keep reaching for my camera but alas the battery has already gone out on us, so we are waiting for the next business partner to fly out Oct 20th with a replacement. There is soooo much to photograph here, a short list:
random single shoes, they are everywhere, you wouldn't believe
old decrepit buildings, they don't tear anything down, just let it fall apart
piles of conch shells, everywhere
the different bays of water
the locals we have met, several that are employees at Greenwood
the Fall Festival/Columbus day celebration at the Fry Shacks, live music, crafts, food
oh and our Mac went down on us, no idea what is wrong with it but it won't turn on. so much for technology....
We have our first set of guests at Greenwood, a lady from England and a family of 5 from Portugal, 3 small kids. So we have been listening to screaming kids and a crying baby every night at dinner, which btw is out on the patio every night.
more to come later, this is the first post and I need to figure out how to get pics on here.
Love to you all, Kristy and Chris
Greetings from Aransas Pass, Texas. Congrats on the new job. You guys are going to love the coastal living way of life if you can adapt to the "kickback mode" where you never get in a hurry about anything. Get those camera batteries and post plenty of pics of the scenery, meals, and tourists, we'll love them. Again, congratulations on the new job location. regards, Bill, Chris' uncle.
Thanx bill, we'll get those pics to you as soon as we can. Hard not to adapt to the "kickback mode."
-chris
Hi..Your mother was sweet enough to share your message with me..
what a fantastic time you must be having..If I sound jealous..I am! I'm planning to have my computer fixed soon..so I can send my messages from home AND you can send to me there...Later..Love, MiMi