It is a rainy day on Little Cayman. We just don't know how to act! The rain started early and then the sky got brighter and suddenly dark and poured. This has been the pattern most of the day now. Luckily, it is nice and hot and humid yet. Richard and I went to the store for something to do. It's a good thing I do not have laundry needing attention.
The last days have been busy just enjoying being here. Bike riding, walks, hammock reading, swimming, and living the good life! The time sure flies!
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Today is 02-22-2020. I missed typing on 02-20-2020. Darn! I haven't been posting as much this year here on the island. Emily and Sheldon left and I was sad for awhile. It just seemed too quiet and lonely. The lonely feeling happens to me every time the kids leave after a visit. They are all settled at home again with their puppies and bunnies.
Richard and I snorkeled at Point of Sand yesterday. The water was super clear and warm but that darn current was strong. I had a really good work out swimming. Even the multitude of fish we saw were practically being swept away! The coral looks to be in pretty good condition. I didn't notice any bleaching. I have been enjoying watching the tiny frogs that show up on our windows in the evenings here. Their favorite food seems to be moths. These moths are not very smart. They invariably flit right in close to the frog and that is that! There was a good sized one on the sliding glass door the other night. Very cute.
This afternoon I went down the steps and scared three roosters and a chicken who were getting a drink out of the water pan by the outdoor shower. I guess I better put up a sign that it is for birds and iguanas only. They sped off squawking all the way.
The new T-top has arrived for the boat. Tomorrow Richard and Peter will install it. Our bimini top is still fine but I guess the new one will make fishing easier. We are also on the lookout for a new truck. The airconditioner died and it is hot here.
Richard and I snorkeled at Point of Sand yesterday. The water was super clear and warm but that darn current was strong. I had a really good work out swimming. Even the multitude of fish we saw were practically being swept away! The coral looks to be in pretty good condition. I didn't notice any bleaching. I have been enjoying watching the tiny frogs that show up on our windows in the evenings here. Their favorite food seems to be moths. These moths are not very smart. They invariably flit right in close to the frog and that is that! There was a good sized one on the sliding glass door the other night. Very cute.
This afternoon I went down the steps and scared three roosters and a chicken who were getting a drink out of the water pan by the outdoor shower. I guess I better put up a sign that it is for birds and iguanas only. They sped off squawking all the way.
The new T-top has arrived for the boat. Tomorrow Richard and Peter will install it. Our bimini top is still fine but I guess the new one will make fishing easier. We are also on the lookout for a new truck. The airconditioner died and it is hot here.
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| Here is our cutie frog getting his supper! |
Friday, February 14, 2020
Friday, February 14, 2020
Happy Valentines Day! It's a hot sunny day here on the island. Perfect day to celebrate! Emily and Sheldon have gone to Brac to celebrate the day so we are on our own. We have been having a lot of fun while the kids are here. Yesterday we went to the pool at Paradise Villas and went swimming. I'm definitely doing that again. It was so much fun!
We had a fabulous snorkel on the north side. Richard missed both of these events as he had conference calls to deal with. The bikes have been taken for a spin too. We haven't gone kayaking yet but there is plenty of time as the kids are here until the 19th. Diving has been wonderful! Every evening we play cards. They taught me a game called Oceans. It is very hard but with both of them helping me I managed to win the game! How crazy is that!
Following are some photos from past fun.
We had a fabulous snorkel on the north side. Richard missed both of these events as he had conference calls to deal with. The bikes have been taken for a spin too. We haven't gone kayaking yet but there is plenty of time as the kids are here until the 19th. Diving has been wonderful! Every evening we play cards. They taught me a game called Oceans. It is very hard but with both of them helping me I managed to win the game! How crazy is that!
Following are some photos from past fun.
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| This is the big starfish we saw over at Owen Island. |
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| Emily and Sheldon on the dive boat. |
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| A fun expedition to Owen Island with the fishing boat. |
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Tuesday, February 11,2020
We have been having so much fun! It is always great when your kids come to visit! They arrived on Sunday. We had fresh fish and potato salad for dinner and started playing cards. Yesterday we had a pancake breakfast and got busy. We took the boat to Owen Island and put out our anchor. The kids had some new equipment they wanted to try out so this was the perfect place. The water was so warm. In the shallow water, close to the beach a great big stingray was inches from me. It was amazing! A couple jacks showed up immediately. Then we discovered a big beautiful Star Fish close to shore. He was orange and lovely. Richard said a Nurse Shark swam by me but I missed that. It was unusual to see all these critters in the area we were at.
Today, it is diving day. Off with the Southern Cross Club Crew!
Today, it is diving day. Off with the Southern Cross Club Crew!
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Today we are awaiting the arrival of Emily and Sheldon. We are excited to enjoy the water and warm temps with them. Card games are also going to be played in the coming days. Will be tons of fun!
The last few days we did some snorkeling and just enjoyed being here. We went to the Museum Fundraiser and saw some beautiful photos to be auctioned off. The world underwater is pretty spectacular and some people have such talent to capture it on film. We didn't buy anything. Richard bid on a turtle picture but I stopped him when the price got too high.
We went to dinner with friends at Southern Cross Club on Friday evening. They have decided to sell everything and spend their winters in Arizona instead of Little Cayman. They already sold their boat and we would like to buy their bikes. They have a truck we would also like to buy as our air conditioner died in ours and we are not interested in putting more money into our truck. We already have a buyer for our truck when we are ready to sell. Richard also has his eye on a truck on Grand but then we would have to fly there to look at it and ship it over here.
We have turned on our air conditioners as it has gotten very humid and hot here. I decided it was time. After Emily and Sheldon leave, we will turn it off again.
The last few days we did some snorkeling and just enjoyed being here. We went to the Museum Fundraiser and saw some beautiful photos to be auctioned off. The world underwater is pretty spectacular and some people have such talent to capture it on film. We didn't buy anything. Richard bid on a turtle picture but I stopped him when the price got too high.
We went to dinner with friends at Southern Cross Club on Friday evening. They have decided to sell everything and spend their winters in Arizona instead of Little Cayman. They already sold their boat and we would like to buy their bikes. They have a truck we would also like to buy as our air conditioner died in ours and we are not interested in putting more money into our truck. We already have a buyer for our truck when we are ready to sell. Richard also has his eye on a truck on Grand but then we would have to fly there to look at it and ship it over here.
We have turned on our air conditioners as it has gotten very humid and hot here. I decided it was time. After Emily and Sheldon leave, we will turn it off again.
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Thursday, February 6, 2020
It is time for another blog post from Little Cayman. I must be lounging around on my hammock too much instead of posting my meanderings. We enjoyed the smooth, calm days and are now back in a windy phase. The high tide is back again and we are watching our kayaks out on the kayak dock. We may have to move them to high ground so they don't float away. I understand this is a 50 year tide phenomenon.
We have been enjoying the yummy tuna Richard has caught but my favorite of this season has been a tasty Rainbow Runner. He caught a nice big one and it is a whiter fish that grilled up perfectly. We enjoyed it with a guest out on the porch. We have been using our ThermaCell bug repellers in the evenings. They keep the sand fleas and mosquitoes away so we can enjoy sitting out longer.
I have been doing my bike rides again this season but have started going on walks also. I need to start my long beach walks again too.
Tonight is a fundraiser for the Little Cayman Museum. Everyone on the island will be there including us. It will be a tasty event as the resorts will cater yummy and fancy hors d'oeuvres. Time to socialize.
The snorkeling has been very beautiful this year. Water temperatures are 82 degrees but it gets a little cooler when one gets out in the 40 foot water. Yesterday it felt good to get out in the cooler water as it was a hot day here on the island. One night this season we turned on the air conditioning to sleep. It has been comfortable and lovely to sleep with the windows open.
Our little baby rock iguana is still residing in our truck. Yesterday, he crawled out and meandered to the water dish for a big drink. When finished he rushed back to the truck and jumped up on the tire and went back to his hiding place under the hood. He travels all over the island with us on our adventures. I wonder what he first thought when we showed up and started driving his house around. Poor little guy! I'm wondering if I should start putting some lettuce and broccoli in there for him to munch on.
We have been enjoying the yummy tuna Richard has caught but my favorite of this season has been a tasty Rainbow Runner. He caught a nice big one and it is a whiter fish that grilled up perfectly. We enjoyed it with a guest out on the porch. We have been using our ThermaCell bug repellers in the evenings. They keep the sand fleas and mosquitoes away so we can enjoy sitting out longer.
I have been doing my bike rides again this season but have started going on walks also. I need to start my long beach walks again too.
Tonight is a fundraiser for the Little Cayman Museum. Everyone on the island will be there including us. It will be a tasty event as the resorts will cater yummy and fancy hors d'oeuvres. Time to socialize.
The snorkeling has been very beautiful this year. Water temperatures are 82 degrees but it gets a little cooler when one gets out in the 40 foot water. Yesterday it felt good to get out in the cooler water as it was a hot day here on the island. One night this season we turned on the air conditioning to sleep. It has been comfortable and lovely to sleep with the windows open.
Our little baby rock iguana is still residing in our truck. Yesterday, he crawled out and meandered to the water dish for a big drink. When finished he rushed back to the truck and jumped up on the tire and went back to his hiding place under the hood. He travels all over the island with us on our adventures. I wonder what he first thought when we showed up and started driving his house around. Poor little guy! I'm wondering if I should start putting some lettuce and broccoli in there for him to munch on.
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| find the Flounder |
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| Here is a very large Sea Urchin. |
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| Find the fish! |
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| Large Grouper! |
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| Fish in the 40 feet of water. |
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