De Heart uh Barbados

Today was the day I chose to do De Heart uh Barbados. This is an annual event (apparently) that is coordinated by the Natural Heritage Department (NHD). And I must say I am happy I took part.

I went with a friend (classmate). We met early in Bridgetown to catch the bus from there to the venues. I pushed for early because I figured not many people would.

The first stop was the Harrison's Cave. I went once already but I still enjoyed going back. My friend who I was with was going for the first time and she enjoyed it also. We were happy we decided to go there first because the lines we saw after our tour was rather long.


The second stop was Aerial Trek. I must say I was somewhat relaxed and at peace until they started talking about it. They told us about the depth, the safety stuff, etc. On top of that, we had to sign a waiver so they won't be liable in case of... Anyways, we EVENTUALLY got to good stuff and the rain came tumbling down...it only lasted a few minutes though (thank God). It seems rain causes faster speeds. Yet another scare. We had the option of trying the first zip and opting out, thereafter progressing up the "walk of shame". But after I went the first zip, I was excited and my adrenaline was pumping! Unfortunately this initial excitment caused me to hurt my arm because I forgot to break slowly and ended up having to stop suddenly. But no horrors! I proceeded on to the remaining 6 zips and enjoyed everyone! And the best part, I have pictures to prove that I did it. There were some who did not get to experience this adventure because they were not as early- the volumes caused them to have a rather early cut-off time. Oh well.


After that rush, we went to get food! I didn't have breakfast...unless one counts some rough tops and purified water. So we were all too anxious to stuff our mouths before proceeding on. The driver for the shuttle (from the Aerial Trek back to the "assembly area") felt the need to let us suffer. But we eventually got to the craft market area (after catching another bus from the "assembly area"). The food wasn't bad actually (it's better to be pleasantly surprised I say!). We then caught the shuttle and went to Welchman Hall Gully.

Welchman Hall Gully was a nature walk. Can't put it any other way. Some may find it boring. Others (like myself) found it interesting... not overly exciting, but interesting.



After that, we proceeded to the Flower Forest. Not much to say really. It had lots of flowers and I was somewhat expecting more. It was cool none-the-less. It also had some nice views.



After all that, we went back to the craft market and chilled a bit. My friend bought some cat tail something (yuck) and I settled for a snow cone. We were able to see some performances , but then had enough (since we were tired, especially my friend who had come back from Norway the day before).

I got home about 7:30 p.m., having left home at about 7 a.m. But the day was good, exciting, fun... a good day!

First Friend to Visit

Today was a good day. The rain that started at the begining was threatening to interrupt that, but it didn't. In the afternoon, I went to see my friend from Jamaica who was here for a conference. We chatted and ate, then she went to another meeting, then more chatting and catching up and bonding. We left the hotel and went to The 19th Hole to chill and play pool while we waited for some of her other friends to join us for dinner. She whopped my butt at pool (which took forever seeing we're amateurs).

Afterwards, we went to Bubbas to eat. Food was ok but it was all about the lyme.

I went back to her hotel to collect the stuff I had left there and called a taxi and went home sometimes between 1-2 a.m.

That was indeed a good day following up on a good day the day before. And this is a good way to celebrate this my 50th post on this blog.

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Today was a good day.

I called UWI to find out about how to extend the amount of time I get on my student visa as it made no sense to get it when it expires in August and I will be here way beyond that. The told me I needed to fill out a form and get passport pictures. No problem.

I had a 12noon lunch date with my friend from Belize and her bf. So I caught the blue bus (the nice ones) and got the town. Went to the place I am familiar with (that's cheaper than the rest) to get my pictures taken. Left there and went to see another friend who works in town. That was cool. Chatted a while, then went to browse books to kill time.

We had lunch at Big Johns. Food was ok I suppose. Then all four less one went to Bathsheeba (very much unplanned). We got to the bus stand in-time and rode the bus for about an hour to get to Bathsheeba (a somewhat unnerving ride but I survived). It was worth it. The company was good. The views were good. The feeling of being able to roll up my pants legs and take off my slippers and walk in the sand and water was absolutely wonderful and exhilerating.

After such a good trip, I was invited to enjoy an evening on the Harbour Master. And I am happy I went because it was a really enjoyable night. I met some familiar and not so familiar faces from the Mona campus of UWI and was able to get contact info from some. I was also able to have a one-on-one chat with someone who I found rather interesting. Learnt a lot about the man behind the face I see so often when I catch the UWI bus. I was able to see white people "dance". The food was nice and the rain was short-lived.

Today is the last day I am gonna see my friend before she goes home to Belize...at least for now. I am really happy I got to spend the time with her and her bf. So I say "see you soon".

Today was a good day.

Happy Birthday Mrs. Best!

So today was not only Fathers' Day but also Mrs. Best's birthday...and her 90th at that! I was happy to be a part of the celebrations. I was happy to sing at the celebrations (which was well-received thank God). The food was good. The company was good. The hotel was nice. And I was flowery.



I got home, chatted a bit, then was invited to go to the Logos II so I went. It was late (after 8 or so), but I wanted to go since I found out today that today was the last day. Found this out on the way from the dinner. Called up my Tobagonian friend to come along so that was really nice. Took my mind off not-so-pleasant happenings just before and created a nicer ending to a day that started out well.

Inactive?

Weelll...I haven't posted much in a while but a lot has happened:

• I went to Berts to lyme with my classmates as a final horah. That was nice.
• Went to Graemhall and the beach.
• Had my final exam and started knitting on the same day.
• Broke down couple times.
• Etc

I now have my research paper to do. I am taking a few days break to get my mental state in a decent way (at least better than it is now and was before). Hopefully that goes well.