Yesterday I had a presentation on climate change to do as a favour. Long story. But I think it went ok. Not too sure what everyone else thinks. One of my friends came with me for support. And it was only to 3 students but I got them participating...at least most of the time.
Today I went to the movies again. We went to see Get Smart for the same $3 (yes, we are students and cheap so we go to the cheap movies). Man that was a funny movie! I made the mistake of drinking some ginger beer post the bathroom break before the movie, so half way through the comedy I wanted to pee. But I was determine not to miss anything so I held it. I was so proud. I will admit I came close to losing it toward to the end of the movie because I laughed so hard, but I made it! Lesson learned. And now I know that intermissions are good for the bladder.
We left the theatre and went to the bus stop. And the laughter continued. We saw amazing sites. A mini van (affectionately known as a ZR) came to the bus stop and did just that- stopped. But there was noone to go into van. So it waited...and waited...and blocked the traffic. It stopped in the middle of the road waiting for people who were not coming and no one, not one soul, blew a horn or did anything to get the bus to move. We were all standing there in amazement as we patiently waited for a decent bus which was stuck in the traffic created by said ZR.
I got home in decent time, though I was led to believe I'd have gotten home earlier. Doesn't matter. Two friends stopped by and I chatted with them for a bit. It was cool. I was also able to look at their wedding pics and give them the gift I had for 'em. I think they liked it though it wasn't great or anything since I can' afford much at this point. I came in after and was ticked off by someone who will remain nameless, but I am putting that behind me since I have work to do, tv to watch and sanity to maintain.
I'm out!
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
Road Trip, Sea Trip
So Sat I had a field trip with the group I'm doing my research paper with. I took the gov bus after a long walk down nuff steps. I happened to miss the stop for the meeting place (since I wasn't sure exactly where I was going) but I am glad I did because I was able to see exactly where I needed to go after passing it (and asking questions), and I believe the exercise did me good. I was way early and thirsty so I went looking for a shop which I found. I then went back and met with a friend who was tagging along with me. We waited a bit, then the forester (one of rather) came and joined us. And things took a dip.
Earlier in the week I sent the forester a checklist of things I was hoping he would help me to determine on the trip. He responded and I got the impression it was cool. NOT! He seemed clueless when I started discussing it and I was wondering if my email was not clear. He then started talking about other things he thinks are important. And I wondered if he realised that was part of the reason I went ahead and sent him the list before. So that started out with me wanting to scream.
On top of that, the bus left late because people were late. And the driver went out by the main road to wait instead of staying in the parking lot. I don't like not-so-smart stuff like that, esp when I aint in such a great mood. We eventually left and went to the sites...well 2 of 3. It was less fruitful that I hoped but oh well. I used my GPS, I saw places in Bim I hadn't before. Was not a complete waste. Plus I got some Chefette for dinner. (Island Grill is needed here!!)
Later in the night I got a call from one of the members asking me if I wanted to go out. Sure! We went to Jumbies. It's a bar/diner/live band place. The band Nexus was playing. They were good! Voice quality was pretty decent and the musicans were good as well. Got home about 2 am.
Sun I went to a catameran cruise. A friend's cousin's workplace was throwing a send-off for someone who was leaving so they made it accessible to others. So we took the opportunity. It was a nice cruise. Few exceptions- I found out they waste the food (as in literally DUMP all that people do not eat- not taking home, giving away, boxing to take anywhere), the captain person was not overly friendly, I had to walk around without my slippers (as did everyone else) and that aint cool when people have swam and the place is all wet. The view was fantastic. The food was good. The lyme was nice. The going home ticked me off but at least I burnt some calories!
So I had called a taxi to me and another up at 8. He said yes. We get off the boat having enjoyed the stars and cool night air. Tried calling after not seeing him. No answer. Waited a bit. Called again. No answer. I believe I tried about 5 times or so after. No answer. So I ended up walking to a bus stop. Trick is that the walk was LONG and I was in pain and I wanted to pee so belly was really cramping. But I was able to get the blue (gov) bus after we got back to the bus route road and that was Divine intervention! It meant not having to walk down a hill past places I aint too comfortable passing and also I'd be close to home where the bathroom awaited.
So in two days, I had a trip on land and one on the sea. Not bad. I had ups and downs and in-betweens. Life.
Earlier in the week I sent the forester a checklist of things I was hoping he would help me to determine on the trip. He responded and I got the impression it was cool. NOT! He seemed clueless when I started discussing it and I was wondering if my email was not clear. He then started talking about other things he thinks are important. And I wondered if he realised that was part of the reason I went ahead and sent him the list before. So that started out with me wanting to scream.
On top of that, the bus left late because people were late. And the driver went out by the main road to wait instead of staying in the parking lot. I don't like not-so-smart stuff like that, esp when I aint in such a great mood. We eventually left and went to the sites...well 2 of 3. It was less fruitful that I hoped but oh well. I used my GPS, I saw places in Bim I hadn't before. Was not a complete waste. Plus I got some Chefette for dinner. (Island Grill is needed here!!)
Later in the night I got a call from one of the members asking me if I wanted to go out. Sure! We went to Jumbies. It's a bar/diner/live band place. The band Nexus was playing. They were good! Voice quality was pretty decent and the musicans were good as well. Got home about 2 am.
Sun I went to a catameran cruise. A friend's cousin's workplace was throwing a send-off for someone who was leaving so they made it accessible to others. So we took the opportunity. It was a nice cruise. Few exceptions- I found out they waste the food (as in literally DUMP all that people do not eat- not taking home, giving away, boxing to take anywhere), the captain person was not overly friendly, I had to walk around without my slippers (as did everyone else) and that aint cool when people have swam and the place is all wet. The view was fantastic. The food was good. The lyme was nice. The going home ticked me off but at least I burnt some calories!
So I had called a taxi to me and another up at 8. He said yes. We get off the boat having enjoyed the stars and cool night air. Tried calling after not seeing him. No answer. Waited a bit. Called again. No answer. I believe I tried about 5 times or so after. No answer. So I ended up walking to a bus stop. Trick is that the walk was LONG and I was in pain and I wanted to pee so belly was really cramping. But I was able to get the blue (gov) bus after we got back to the bus route road and that was Divine intervention! It meant not having to walk down a hill past places I aint too comfortable passing and also I'd be close to home where the bathroom awaited.
So in two days, I had a trip on land and one on the sea. Not bad. I had ups and downs and in-betweens. Life.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Kung Fu Hi, Jordans Low
Yesterday I went to see Kung Fu Panda with some friends. And it was hype! I rather liked it. I particularly liked the message it portrayed. I will say no more in case people read this blog and intend to see it after. And the lyme was good as well. And the price- fantastic! Paying $3BB (US$1.50) to see a good movie is a bargain or better.
Today I was feeling frustrated and miserable. I want information and feedback and I am beating a comatose horse. So I didn't get as much work done as I'd have hoped. I felt I needed exercise and groceries so I decided to walk about half mile (I think) to the supermarket. A long walk down steps and hills and thru bush and 'cross rocks. I had my music so I was good. I strolled thru the isles, picked what I wanted, and payed a lot for my goods. Then I waited for the shuttle. And waited...and waited. Needless to say after 1.5 hours minimum of waiting I was pissed. And worse, the lady who I went to ask what the deal was told me that next time I should speak to a supervisor (like herself) instead of the person bagging about the shuttle. It seems the person I asked told me that only one was working and that one had Jordans printed on it. So I was kinda pissed to know that the van that was parked in front of me as I waited in the heat outside without Jordans printed on it was a shuttle as well. I had enough (and I think my face showed it). So I called a taxi and went home. And since Murphy loves a laugh, the damn van turns up when the taxi came. But I was not willing to wait another minute so I opted to leave and pay the $15 for the taxi ride.
On top of that, I was being frustrated by other little things. But tomorrow I am going to the library, I am gonna plop my butt down for a few hours with my laptop, and get some work done. And God help anyone who tries to tick me off, worse if they succeed!
PS: Lord, I still have a long way to go. Molding still required.
Today I was feeling frustrated and miserable. I want information and feedback and I am beating a comatose horse. So I didn't get as much work done as I'd have hoped. I felt I needed exercise and groceries so I decided to walk about half mile (I think) to the supermarket. A long walk down steps and hills and thru bush and 'cross rocks. I had my music so I was good. I strolled thru the isles, picked what I wanted, and payed a lot for my goods. Then I waited for the shuttle. And waited...and waited. Needless to say after 1.5 hours minimum of waiting I was pissed. And worse, the lady who I went to ask what the deal was told me that next time I should speak to a supervisor (like herself) instead of the person bagging about the shuttle. It seems the person I asked told me that only one was working and that one had Jordans printed on it. So I was kinda pissed to know that the van that was parked in front of me as I waited in the heat outside without Jordans printed on it was a shuttle as well. I had enough (and I think my face showed it). So I called a taxi and went home. And since Murphy loves a laugh, the damn van turns up when the taxi came. But I was not willing to wait another minute so I opted to leave and pay the $15 for the taxi ride.
On top of that, I was being frustrated by other little things. But tomorrow I am going to the library, I am gonna plop my butt down for a few hours with my laptop, and get some work done. And God help anyone who tries to tick me off, worse if they succeed!
PS: Lord, I still have a long way to go. Molding still required.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Pan in di Sand
Yesterday I went to Pan in di Sand with some of my friends. It was suppose to start at two but since I and I was not feeling the sun and the walking in it, I decided to go with a friend who was driving and who offered to pick me up. So I ended up leaving home after 5 so of course a lot had already happened by the time I got there. What I did catch was decent. Good to hear pan music after a long while of not hearing it. Only wished there was less people though (I know that's selfish but I hate crowds, esp when people smoking). But the lyme was good.
I got home and idled. Usual ting. Hardly any work for the entire day. But I did go to church, though I didn't quite hear all that went on. Need to focus, need to focus... (sorry Lord!).
I got home and idled. Usual ting. Hardly any work for the entire day. But I did go to church, though I didn't quite hear all that went on. Need to focus, need to focus... (sorry Lord!).
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Movie and a Library
Yesterday I went to the movies to see Indiana Jones with 2 of my friends. This was after going to school to find out about a GPS device that I am hoping to use for my project. I idled a bit since work was evading me (or vice versa). The movie was cool...at least until the latter part of it where it just got weird...but then again maybe it's because I aint a fan who's followed the story from God knows when...or maybe it's the whole alien thing.
Anyways, after the movie we got the government bus (thank God!!) in the rain and went to town to catch another bus to go home. That was the first time I was in town that late and waiting to take a bus that late. And it occurred to me- if I were home I could never dream of doing that. And I was reminded of the issues I had: I want to go home to see my friends and not miss all the lyming, etc. But the flip side is that I give up the security I feel when I am here. Not to say that being is Bim means free from crime, but it's not as prevalent and breathing down your back, ready to strike as it is at home. My friend from Trinidad who was with me was also having similar issues so (sadly) it was good to be able to relate to someone.
Today I went with 2 friends again (one different from yesterday). This time we went to get work done. We went to the Library of the Ministry of Agriculture to see what information was there to help us in our research projects. Oh my goodness! I am scared at the amount of information I am finding out because it means more work and I seem to have an aversion to that recently. Working on it though. It was fun though because we were walking in drizzle and trying to avoid heavy downpours and making jokes on the way.
This time I got home way earlier and idled. Not a stitch of work. Watched tv, watched a movie, then more tv. And coughed. Tomorrow I will be home since the meeting I had was postponed, so I'll be home fighting with myself to do work. Sigh.
Anyways, after the movie we got the government bus (thank God!!) in the rain and went to town to catch another bus to go home. That was the first time I was in town that late and waiting to take a bus that late. And it occurred to me- if I were home I could never dream of doing that. And I was reminded of the issues I had: I want to go home to see my friends and not miss all the lyming, etc. But the flip side is that I give up the security I feel when I am here. Not to say that being is Bim means free from crime, but it's not as prevalent and breathing down your back, ready to strike as it is at home. My friend from Trinidad who was with me was also having similar issues so (sadly) it was good to be able to relate to someone.
Today I went with 2 friends again (one different from yesterday). This time we went to get work done. We went to the Library of the Ministry of Agriculture to see what information was there to help us in our research projects. Oh my goodness! I am scared at the amount of information I am finding out because it means more work and I seem to have an aversion to that recently. Working on it though. It was fun though because we were walking in drizzle and trying to avoid heavy downpours and making jokes on the way.
This time I got home way earlier and idled. Not a stitch of work. Watched tv, watched a movie, then more tv. And coughed. Tomorrow I will be home since the meeting I had was postponed, so I'll be home fighting with myself to do work. Sigh.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
First Planned Lyme!
Yesterday, July 12, was the first lyme I planned and I am happy to say it was good! We went to Boat Yard to go to the beach. The "entry fee" was $20BB but was redeemable for food, plus we had access to an iceberg and a trampoline plus beach chairs. It was only 4 of us who went but we had lots of fun.
Three of us met in town and walked there. We chilled a bit and talked on the deck. Then we went for a dip and the fourth joined us. We ate, chilled a bit more, then ventured back to the water. We had a non-swimmer and someone afraid of depths so two of us had life jackets as we ventured out to the trampolines. We eventually got there and chilled a bit. Then yours truly decided she wanted to try the iceberg. That was fun...and entertaining apparently for those watching. I had difficulties climbing. Then I eventually got on the first "platform" which was like a buoy. Then I tried climbing to the top, but when I got there, the top holds were missing so I couldn't pull myself up. So I went back down and tried another side. Only to discover that side was perhaps more difficult. I ditched the life jacket with the intention of getting to the part to slide down but gravity had other plans. I ended up slipping of. Darn! So I surfaced and treaded a bit. Then panick set in. My eyes were closed and I was screaming to my friend for the life jacket (he was the volunteer to keep it since I knew this would happen). I stopped freaking out when I had it around me again. Whew!
But my other friends were laughing. One even said it reminded her of ABC's show Wipeout! Glad they had fun watching... Someone else who was watching came up to the trampoline to see if I was ok. Oh Boy!
We spent a good deal of time on the trampoline chilling. We eventually left when it was becoming crowded with other people. We swam around a bit then went to get changed. Then I played pool with my friend who claimed to not be good at it. Yah right! Dude whopped my butt! But it was fun. I got home some 10 hours later having thoroughly enjoyed myself and a couple shades darker.
And for the record, this was the second time that week I was going to the beach. I am so proud of myself. So I guess I am not as anti-beach as some think I am.
Three of us met in town and walked there. We chilled a bit and talked on the deck. Then we went for a dip and the fourth joined us. We ate, chilled a bit more, then ventured back to the water. We had a non-swimmer and someone afraid of depths so two of us had life jackets as we ventured out to the trampolines. We eventually got there and chilled a bit. Then yours truly decided she wanted to try the iceberg. That was fun...and entertaining apparently for those watching. I had difficulties climbing. Then I eventually got on the first "platform" which was like a buoy. Then I tried climbing to the top, but when I got there, the top holds were missing so I couldn't pull myself up. So I went back down and tried another side. Only to discover that side was perhaps more difficult. I ditched the life jacket with the intention of getting to the part to slide down but gravity had other plans. I ended up slipping of. Darn! So I surfaced and treaded a bit. Then panick set in. My eyes were closed and I was screaming to my friend for the life jacket (he was the volunteer to keep it since I knew this would happen). I stopped freaking out when I had it around me again. Whew!
But my other friends were laughing. One even said it reminded her of ABC's show Wipeout! Glad they had fun watching... Someone else who was watching came up to the trampoline to see if I was ok. Oh Boy!
We spent a good deal of time on the trampoline chilling. We eventually left when it was becoming crowded with other people. We swam around a bit then went to get changed. Then I played pool with my friend who claimed to not be good at it. Yah right! Dude whopped my butt! But it was fun. I got home some 10 hours later having thoroughly enjoyed myself and a couple shades darker.
And for the record, this was the second time that week I was going to the beach. I am so proud of myself. So I guess I am not as anti-beach as some think I am.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Grades are In..All of 'em!
I have all my grades now...well I've had them for a week at least. And I think it's safe to say my average is an A. That means if I can miraculously scrape myself up and do a fantastic job on my research paper and get an A I will get a distinction for my degree. And I have to and do believe in miracles. At the rate I am going, things are not looking so hot. But I believe God will come through for me...I just need to put a bit more effort into it.
PS: PhD? MPhil? What's that?!?!?
PS: PhD? MPhil? What's that?!?!?
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