continued… We moved on to the next gallery, called “Object Project.” It appeared to be a small traveling exhibit about innovations that transformed America. It included: the bicycle, off-the-rack clothing, electric lighting, telephones, appliances (examples were microwaves and vacuums) and … Continue reading →
Dec. 20 – Fun on the Island
“The sea lives in every one of us.” –Robert Wyland
Life on our private island was pretty nice. Anything we wanted or needed the staff took care of. We were pampered all week long. The island was full of iguanas…they liked when the sun came out as much as we did. Graham asked one of the staff if people ate iguanas, when he found out they did, he wanted to try one. The next day we had iguana for lunch. Our chef Alex said he had never cooked iguana before but he cooked it in a stew for us that was surprisingly good.
The National Museum of American History in Washington DC – Part 4: “American Enterprise”
continued… The next section was “The Corporate Era: 1860s to 1930s.” The sign said that this was when America made the turn to be a primarily urban nation. Businesses got big; so did scales of production. Working together, the US … Continue reading →
Happy New Year
“The happiest people find peace in simple things…a walk in the woods, a breath of fresh air, a moment with nature. It’s how they keep the world’s chaos in check.” -Unknown
Happy New Year
“The happiest people find peace in simple things…a walk in the woods, a breath of fresh air, a moment with nature. It’s how they keep the world’s chaos in check.” -Unknown
Dec. 19 – Arrival in Paradise
“What a wonderful world this would be if people stopped looking for things that offended them and started looking for things that inspired them.” –Unknown
We enjoyed a slow quiet morning at the inn with breakfast on the porch. After breakfast we watched the kids play in the pool and took a walk before we took a taxi back to the airport. The airport was quiet and there were very few people waiting on flights. Unlike the zoo we saw on Saturday when we all headed home.
Just as we were boarding our plane to Placencia Kyle and his family were arriving at the airport in Belize City. Soon everyone will be together.
Troy and Arthur wanted Poppy to sit with them.
View from our little plane.
The Placencia Airport.
Leaving the Placencia dock.
Our first look at our private island…The Enclave.
The staff welcomed each new arrival with smiles, cool towels and a tropical drink.
Dixany was waiting with a cold welcome drink and was our bartender while we were on the inland.
Oscar was ready to make it an adult beverage with some local rum.
The entrance to the common area from the boat dock.
Looking at the common area from the beach.
The common area.
Bar, pool table and kitchen area.
The game room where the kids hung out when it rained.
Our bungalow was called Pelican, each bungalow had a bird’s name.
The view from our patio.
Our amazing room.
Kyle and his family were the second group to arrive on the island.
We had 11 children…5 boys and 6 girls. Ages 2 1/2 to 11. They all entertained themselves very well.
Our first evening was spent catching up, exploring our little island and playing a few group games.
Our chef Alex and his sous chef Marvin. They kept us well fed.
Meals were a great time to enjoy great food and good conversations. It was fun being waited on.
The girl’s table.
Our first sunset in paradise.
Dec. 19 – Arrival in Paradise
“What a wonderful world this would be if people stopped looking for things that offended them and started looking for things that inspired them.” –Unknown
We enjoyed a slow quiet morning at the inn with breakfast on the porch. After breakfast we watched the kids play in the pool and took a walk before we took a taxi back to the airport. The airport was quiet and there were very few people waiting on flights. Unlike the zoo we saw on Saturday when we all headed home.
2025 Summary
We had a memorable start to the year with a fabulous holiday season cruise to South Georgia to take in the region’s diverse and striking wildlife. Our cruising plans for Dirona had long included a visit there to view Ernest Shackleton’s grave in Grytviken, but we just didn’t get that far south. Snowshoeing at the…
Looking Back at 2025
January is always a slow month spent mostly visiting with our Texas family and a few friends. It usually, as it did this year, includes a few days of frozen weather. Not a big problem for us since we are self contained….no water, not electricity…
Looking Back at 2025
January is always a slow month spent mostly visiting with our Texas family and a few friends. It usually, as it did this year, includes a few days of frozen weather. Not a big problem for us since we are self contained….no water, not electricity…no problem. Luckily it doesn’t last long.
