I had a good week. Monday I took charge (very tactfully) and got the group I'm working with to make some decisions. Research is moving forward (and man its a lot of work but no problem). Didn't do the movies Tues due to rain and also bad memory (forgot). I would've gone by myself.
So Sat I went out with a friend who I'd met before and who I'm now getting to know. After a reminder online (cause I forgot), we planned to go to Oistins. She invited a friend to come along. He happened to drive so that was an added bonus. I had a great time. We got there, found food and learnt some valuable lessons. One: do not go to a place for fish and buy chicken (like moi) because BBQ chicken may or may not be fried with a hint of curry-looking seasoning. Two: shop around. Three: Karaoke is fun (even when the crowd is less than enthusiastic). I browsed the catalogue and found one of my fav songs (Aerosmith's Don't Wanna Miss A Thing), and did that. Then my friend and I did a duet of The Prayer and she did a Whitney one of her own (she is a singer!!!). So we left there having had a good time. (Btw, The Prayer was rather interesting since the version they had was the one with french which we didnt know and somehow forgot the English words for).
On the way home, we all sang songs and harmonized and boy I missed that SO much! Was good to hang out with Christians and be able to sing and have a good time doing it. We plan to lyme more and I look forward to it. Got home about 1 a.m. Didn't wake up for church since I was not told where we were going or not going. But oh well.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Missing L.E.S.
Today started out fairly well. Set my alarm so I could be up in time for the 4x400m relays. Saw that. Then ate and did some work. Yeah, did some work. Took a "break" to play some games and work was basically finished for the day after that. Dozed a bit, then ate some more, then watched tv. I should mention that I also roasted breadfruit for the 1st time since I've been here.
Somehow I decided I wanted to watch a Lifetime movie. It was about this girl who grew up almost homeless but overcame the odds to go to Harvard. And I think that may've been the straw that broke the camel's back.
For weeks now I've been seeing, hearing, getting constant reminders of Grandma. I've done a good job of not letting it get me down or sad. I tried not to dwell on them. I'd see an old(er) lady who reminded me of her. I'd remember her cooking and how I seriously regret not having her teach me. I'd look at my clothes and remember comments she would make. I'd watch TV and almost hear her "Cockroach" or "My garky" or see the reactions she would've had. And today all the weeks of being strong culminated into a night when I could hold it no more. The movie I was watching had one scene where a girl lost her mom (it got better after), but seeing that reminded me of being by Grandma's graveside. So the straw did the breaking. I called home and spoke to my aunt in tears and almost hysteria. It helped. I was calm(er) at the end of the convo. But I still needed a cheerer-upper so I called my good friend BC; spoke to him and wifey-to-be and that helped a lot. Thanks guys.
So here I am ending the day writing this post with red eyes. I still very much miss Miss Lola. I'm happy I have friends who can cheer me up on short notice, but I must admit that it's times like these that I miss having a best friend, that person who I'd call in the middle of the night (like now) without feeling guilty, etc. I know I aint supposed to have one right now 'cuz God doesn't make mistakes and I know I can deal with it with what He has given me. So for now I am grateful for that and will tap into the resources I do have. "
Love you Grandma...more than I showed.
Somehow I decided I wanted to watch a Lifetime movie. It was about this girl who grew up almost homeless but overcame the odds to go to Harvard. And I think that may've been the straw that broke the camel's back.
For weeks now I've been seeing, hearing, getting constant reminders of Grandma. I've done a good job of not letting it get me down or sad. I tried not to dwell on them. I'd see an old(er) lady who reminded me of her. I'd remember her cooking and how I seriously regret not having her teach me. I'd look at my clothes and remember comments she would make. I'd watch TV and almost hear her "Cockroach" or "My garky" or see the reactions she would've had. And today all the weeks of being strong culminated into a night when I could hold it no more. The movie I was watching had one scene where a girl lost her mom (it got better after), but seeing that reminded me of being by Grandma's graveside. So the straw did the breaking. I called home and spoke to my aunt in tears and almost hysteria. It helped. I was calm(er) at the end of the convo. But I still needed a cheerer-upper so I called my good friend BC; spoke to him and wifey-to-be and that helped a lot. Thanks guys.
So here I am ending the day writing this post with red eyes. I still very much miss Miss Lola. I'm happy I have friends who can cheer me up on short notice, but I must admit that it's times like these that I miss having a best friend, that person who I'd call in the middle of the night (like now) without feeling guilty, etc. I know I aint supposed to have one right now 'cuz God doesn't make mistakes and I know I can deal with it with what He has given me. So for now I am grateful for that and will tap into the resources I do have. "
Love you Grandma...more than I showed.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Van Back!
Today is Tuesday which means regular movie day. In the morning I checked online to see what was showing and we decided we were gonna see two movies- Made of Honour and Hancock. So I did some work (mainly brainstorming and making calls and sending an email), then went to town to wait.
We (N and I) got to Sheraton in decent time. Got some food...well desert before the real thing. Had a frescante espresso and a slice of banana bread (the former of which can be highly addictive so thank God it's so pricey). We got our tickets and went shopping. Got another bathing suit in the kiddies section (to which I plan to make some adjustments namely padding) and my friend got a nice dress, all at (Barbados) reasonable prices. We went and saw the first movie. Expected chick flick, but it was cool. (I think Patrick Dempsey is kinda hot).
Before the second movie we had an hour to kill so we got tickets for my other friend and bf who were joining us, went roaming, and then went and joined a rather long line to go back into the theatre. I ended up cussing off some guys and telling them they aint going in front of me who had to slave away in the long line. Anyways, yadda yadda yadda, movie came, was decent, and it ended. Then the fun part of the evening.
My friend and her bf who joined us came in an open-back van. So N and I was in the back. It was fun! We got some stares, but the air was nice and cool and the sky was beautiful. And the ride was fun!
A pretty decent day.
We (N and I) got to Sheraton in decent time. Got some food...well desert before the real thing. Had a frescante espresso and a slice of banana bread (the former of which can be highly addictive so thank God it's so pricey). We got our tickets and went shopping. Got another bathing suit in the kiddies section (to which I plan to make some adjustments namely padding) and my friend got a nice dress, all at (Barbados) reasonable prices. We went and saw the first movie. Expected chick flick, but it was cool. (I think Patrick Dempsey is kinda hot).
Before the second movie we had an hour to kill so we got tickets for my other friend and bf who were joining us, went roaming, and then went and joined a rather long line to go back into the theatre. I ended up cussing off some guys and telling them they aint going in front of me who had to slave away in the long line. Anyways, yadda yadda yadda, movie came, was decent, and it ended. Then the fun part of the evening.
My friend and her bf who joined us came in an open-back van. So N and I was in the back. It was fun! We got some stares, but the air was nice and cool and the sky was beautiful. And the ride was fun!
A pretty decent day.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Boat Yard 2
So after a frustrating day yesterday , I decided that I was going to have a great, stress-free day today. So I woke up (well got up) at 8 to watch the semi-finals for the 100m men's race. That was good. Then I went back to "bed", dilly-dallied, got up and ate and read a chapter in "A Purpose-Driven Life" in time for the finals at 10:30. What a race! I was so happy but I realise I was not as happy as I could have been since the top 3 didn't include Asafa. Was kinda sad about that. But happy none-the-less that Jamaica got gold!
Having had a great start to the morning, I ventured to town to meet my Trini friends to go to Boat Yard to the beach. It was good there. The food was ok (the time before was tastier), the water was great, and the swim was good with my newly acquired goggles. I also made a big leap in my adventure-seeking path. I swam without a lifejacket! Of course my friend was right beside (or close) with it in case I decided to panic like the last time. But I felt good to have done that. I MAY do it again. We'll see.
I got home, washed my hair, watched tv, etc. NO WORK! Then while watching tv I decided that my hair was worthy of some pictures- highly disheveled after being air-dried so I had a photo shoot with myself! It was fun. (For you skeptics, this is not an indication that I've lost my mind...it's part of my attempt to save it!)
I am now stress-free...until I start the project again. Sigh.
Having had a great start to the morning, I ventured to town to meet my Trini friends to go to Boat Yard to the beach. It was good there. The food was ok (the time before was tastier), the water was great, and the swim was good with my newly acquired goggles. I also made a big leap in my adventure-seeking path. I swam without a lifejacket! Of course my friend was right beside (or close) with it in case I decided to panic like the last time. But I felt good to have done that. I MAY do it again. We'll see.
I got home, washed my hair, watched tv, etc. NO WORK! Then while watching tv I decided that my hair was worthy of some pictures- highly disheveled after being air-dried so I had a photo shoot with myself! It was fun. (For you skeptics, this is not an indication that I've lost my mind...it's part of my attempt to save it!)
I am now stress-free...until I start the project again. Sigh.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Ocean Park
Today I was invited to have lunch with the Caringtons (family I go to church with). They have family from Wales and Ireland here. The plan was to go to church, then have lunch, then go sight-seeing. Plans change.
I set my alarm to get up to be ready for 8. I was ready. Only to realise a missed call on my phone. Returned the call. No church. Ok. So I read a chapter of "A Purpose Driven Life" and went back to bed. Got up about 11, dilly-dallyed a bit. And was ready for 12, the new time.
12 noon...12:30 p.m....1 p.m. No show. So I called. Oh, I'm just leaving home to come and pick you up. I waited at the top of the road for at least 20 min. Anyways, hungry now but there was more stops. No problem. Got what we needed and headed back to the house (after picking up more people).
At the house, food was not completely ready. Worms were not happy but I appeased them with some natural juices (HCl, maltase and other acids and enzymes). Plus I got to see some Olympics. Food was finally done and was good.
We went sight-seeing and it was cool. Then we stopped at Ocean Park. That was cool too, especially since I paid $20 (BB) as opposed to the reg $35. We saw sharks and other cute and interesting sea creatures. Some of the pics didn't come out well. Oh well.
Got home and chilled some more with backpain (not sure why), more olympics and my tempermental laptop. Good times.
I set my alarm to get up to be ready for 8. I was ready. Only to realise a missed call on my phone. Returned the call. No church. Ok. So I read a chapter of "A Purpose Driven Life" and went back to bed. Got up about 11, dilly-dallyed a bit. And was ready for 12, the new time.
12 noon...12:30 p.m....1 p.m. No show. So I called. Oh, I'm just leaving home to come and pick you up. I waited at the top of the road for at least 20 min. Anyways, hungry now but there was more stops. No problem. Got what we needed and headed back to the house (after picking up more people).
At the house, food was not completely ready. Worms were not happy but I appeased them with some natural juices (HCl, maltase and other acids and enzymes). Plus I got to see some Olympics. Food was finally done and was good.
We went sight-seeing and it was cool. Then we stopped at Ocean Park. That was cool too, especially since I paid $20 (BB) as opposed to the reg $35. We saw sharks and other cute and interesting sea creatures. Some of the pics didn't come out well. Oh well.
Got home and chilled some more with backpain (not sure why), more olympics and my tempermental laptop. Good times.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Dark Knight in Style
Today was our usual movie day, only this time we decided it wasn't going to be the usual setting but instead we'd watch "Dark Knight" in style. 3 of us met at school and had the rest of the food from the Sunday lyme. We then went to town to meet the 4th person and catch the bus to the mall. We went to the VIP section of Olympus theatre. Sweeet!
First order of business in this small yet comfortable place was the potty. There was no crowd; there was no nasty smell; there was clean all over. We paid for our ($20BB) tickets. I decided to order fries. They took a part of tickets and wrote our orders on it. Then they told us to go inside the theatre they will take our orders to us. Sweet! We got inside to be greeted by someone who took us to our assigned leather seat with footrest and enough cushion to make one rather comfortable. The sound was good- no interruptions from noisy kids. Few minutes into the movie our orders came as promised. WOW! About half way through the movie there was a 3-min break (their version of an intermission?! How come the other theatre doesn't have that?!). But hey, who cares?! The seats were so comfy. And spacious. With armrest (which is also cushoined).
We left there (somewhat grudgingly) and went to take the bus to town and then home. A good day indeed.
Oh, the movie was cool too. Yeah. It was a bit much for me in some areas (won't give away anything) but let's just say it's cuz I am rather squirmish.
I will go back before I go home. It's not everyday one can go to the movies, sit in style and be served.
First order of business in this small yet comfortable place was the potty. There was no crowd; there was no nasty smell; there was clean all over. We paid for our ($20BB) tickets. I decided to order fries. They took a part of tickets and wrote our orders on it. Then they told us to go inside the theatre they will take our orders to us. Sweet! We got inside to be greeted by someone who took us to our assigned leather seat with footrest and enough cushion to make one rather comfortable. The sound was good- no interruptions from noisy kids. Few minutes into the movie our orders came as promised. WOW! About half way through the movie there was a 3-min break (their version of an intermission?! How come the other theatre doesn't have that?!). But hey, who cares?! The seats were so comfy. And spacious. With armrest (which is also cushoined).
We left there (somewhat grudgingly) and went to take the bus to town and then home. A good day indeed.
Oh, the movie was cool too. Yeah. It was a bit much for me in some areas (won't give away anything) but let's just say it's cuz I am rather squirmish.
I will go back before I go home. It's not everyday one can go to the movies, sit in style and be served.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Bridgetown Market
Yesterday I went to church in the morning, but afterwards I went by a friend to lyme and eat so good food and watch tv. We left there and went to Bridgetown Market. We looked at some of the booths, but most of our time was spent being entertained. We got to see a band that was solely engine room from Trinidad. After that, we tuned into the gospel concert. It was cool. Was able to sing along and do some rocking to the beat. We then walked back to Blackrock and I took a bus home.
Friday, August 1, 2008
Emancipation
To celebrate Emancipation Day, I planned another beach lyme. This one was supposed to be in the morning for a change. We were supposed to meet at 7:30 to get to the beach for 8. That didn't quite work out. We ended up leaving about 8:30 or 9...can't quite tell.
The water was cold. Not quite what we had hoped for but we acclimatised. I had to swim in tights and my swimsuit top since in my rush I left the bottom at home. The water was too funny...at least the things in the water. So there we were chatting and ti!ng. All of a sudden we heard a noise. Flying fish! They kept spooking us from close and afar and had us laughing like idiots. But it's all good. We took a break, had food, and the rains came. So we had to put our bags together in the centre of us four (4) girls and use the only 2 umbrellas to try and shelter. We ended up decided to brave the rain in the water so we positioned the umbrellas to protect the bags.
We left after we saw what was one of the blackest skies I've ever seen. Of course we couldn't escape the rain so we had "fun" walking in the rain back to my friend's house. I changed and watched "Cast Away" and had food prepared by the hosts. Got home, bathed, washed my hair, and relaxed. Work will be done...eventually!
The water was cold. Not quite what we had hoped for but we acclimatised. I had to swim in tights and my swimsuit top since in my rush I left the bottom at home. The water was too funny...at least the things in the water. So there we were chatting and ti!ng. All of a sudden we heard a noise. Flying fish! They kept spooking us from close and afar and had us laughing like idiots. But it's all good. We took a break, had food, and the rains came. So we had to put our bags together in the centre of us four (4) girls and use the only 2 umbrellas to try and shelter. We ended up decided to brave the rain in the water so we positioned the umbrellas to protect the bags.
We left after we saw what was one of the blackest skies I've ever seen. Of course we couldn't escape the rain so we had "fun" walking in the rain back to my friend's house. I changed and watched "Cast Away" and had food prepared by the hosts. Got home, bathed, washed my hair, and relaxed. Work will be done...eventually!
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