The week started with more rain, and another day without a walk for the dogs, who were becoming thoroughly fed up with the whole business. They spent much of the morning moping around. I spent the morning catching up on…
Rainy Season in Belize , Vanishing Beaches, and Kamikaze Mosquitoes
A Little Drama, a Lot of Rain, and a Touch of Grace
We had a lovely get together last Friday evening. There are few things more enjoyable than an evening spent in the company of good friends, particularly when there is plenty of wine, an abundance of food, and enough laughter to…
Placencia Life: Of Storms, Spiders, and Other Caribbean Adventures
Discover what life in Placencia Belize is really like, from tropical storms and beach troubles to quirky wildlife, friendships, and everyday adventures.
More Goodbyes and The Changing Cast of Placencia
Last Friday, I finally finished editing my e-book and uploaded it. Editing has got to be the most mind-numbing thing I’ve ever done and definitely not something I would ever do as a career! Daniel also fixed the golf cart….
Wonderful Carnival…and the Days When Paradise Goes Sideways
Saturday began respectably enough. I volunteered at Doyle’s Smoke Yaad from eleven until two for a fundraiser, then went to Yoli’s for trivia. That evening, I met some friends at Barefoot Bar for dinner. It was great fun, but by…
Placencia Life: Sixty-Four, Solo and Surrounded by Love
Coco has taken to bringing me gifts. This is encouraging because I had begun to suspect she still hadn’t forgiven me for the inexplicable disappearance of her person, Michael. Apparently, we are now attempting reconciliation through wildlife. In the early…
Placencia Life: Full of the Right Things
Last Friday was Jimmy Buffet Day and the Parrotheads celebrated with a get together at Jolly Time. I picked up my friend at around 11:45 and we made our way there. It turned into one of those wonderfully easy afternoons…
Propane Tanks, Power Outages & the Rhythm of Placencia
Saturday began with one of those bursts of domestic industry that makes you feel virtuous for at least several hours afterwards. I cleaned the house and then turned my attention to the stove burners, which have been showing their age….