Lessons From a Giant Yellow Duck
So, yeah...the giant inflatable pool float fad has finally come to my rock. I know, I know. For those of you who live in slightly more modernized locales (pretty much anywhere other than here), those...Read More
Catastrophes in Paradise
I had long heard rumors of the destructive nature of idyllic Caribbean islands. I don't mean the obvious threats like hurricanes. Even the most landlocked mainlander understands that particular concern. No, I am referring to...Read More
The Right Way to Be an Island Girl
Have you ever wondered if you're trying something new and doing it wrong? No? It's just me? That's ok...I'm full of life confessions and I'm not afraid to admit them. When I moved to my...Read More
Pretty Things
Life on an island can be difficult. I know...hard to believe. But true. It is a harsh place to exist, actually...at least my rock. Arid, hot and dusty...not really the tropical isle of one's dreams....Read More
Adventures of the Two Wheeled Variety
Behold. A thing of beauty and promise. Dah da dum...my "new to me" mountain bike. [caption id="attachment_1661" align="alignnone" width="5184"] It has a bell! Seriously...ding, ding...here I come. A mountain bike with a bell. Cute.[/caption] Before...Read More
Dreams vs. Reality
How you imagine an Island Girl spends her day off in paradise... How an Island Girl really spends her day off in paradise... Reality check. You're welcome.