i second that vi . . . i feel like i'm tripping with you . . .
schutzzie, i've always driven in from porty on the day of departure. usually leave around 6 a.m. and reach in plenty of time . . . love that early morning ride, peaceful . . .
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i second that vi . . . i feel like i'm tripping with you . . .
schutzzie, i've always driven in from porty on the day of departure. usually leave around 6 a.m. and reach in plenty of time . . . love that early morning ride, peaceful . . .
LOL I realize I didn't make that comment clear JitterBug. When I asked Lidia about me staying one more night, that meant I would be leaving on Tuesday, instead of Monday like I originally booked. I was to spend Monday night in Montego Bay but I'm staying in Negril until departure. I had to let her know as soon as possible about extending.Quote:
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So as of this day that I'm writing about, Friday 7/18 I still have four more nights in Jamaica. I left on Tuesday the 21st so you and others have to suffer through four more days of my pictures and ramblings of that July reach...sorry...
YES Schuttzie me too. I usually stay in Ocho Rios my last night because of the long ride from Portland. I made reservations in Montego Bay based on my original Port Antonio plans. Montego Bay instead of Ocho Rios because the flight was so early. But since I relocated to Negril and the ride is much shorter, I decided to cancel MB and stay put in NegrilQuote:
Originally Posted by Schuttzie
JitterBug, I admire ANYONE female who drives in Jamaica. Not that it is scary, I HATE driving. Besides some of the chauffeurs can make the ride extra special. lol
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Oh, good...4 more days :cool:
Captain Billy looks like a younger version of Toots from Toots and the Maytals. It feel like I am actually on vacation along with you the way you express yourself writing your trip reports and your photography. Everyday I check to see ifyou started writing a new adventure. I never was a fan of Montego bay, I stayed at doctor's cave and left after 3 days and went back to Negril. I contacted the owner of Negril Luxury apartments regarding staying there.
Me, too, I'm glad of 4 more days!
Good stuff, Vi!! Feels like I'm there. :)
tick tock
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COOL!!! butterfly you won't be disappointed.Quote:
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More on the way Patricia, kaycee and Schuttzie. LOL @ TAH!!!!!
The main purpose of returning to margaritaville was to linger on their wifi and splurge for another bottled water. Lots of folks at m’ville today. I felt like turning around and going back but an empty table to the side looked safe so i claimed it.
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No wifi. A waitress said sometimes the signal goes in an out. Maybe. But that was my cue to move on. It was begining to feel like Ocean City NJ.
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Took my time reaching my goal getting to Travelers. It’s HOT so my pace is slow taking advantage of any small patch of shade I could find. Of course I took pictures along the way. Not really thinking about anything. just appreciating the sunshine, blue sky and the waves taunting me to my right.
I look to see the cranky fruit vendor at her table. She had more vegetables on display and although tempting, I couldn't walk over and give her a little business after the scene she caused the other day. But I made sure she saw me. She looked away and I continued walking.
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It was a peaceful stroll along the shore...until
A gentleman promoting a massage place approached me to ask if i would be interested in their services. I said “no” to everything he offered. When he got to the end of his list, he bid me a pleasant afternoon. I returned the same and took a few steps onward with my journey.
Just as I was about to take a picture of a lovely ocean scene as there were plenty that afternoon, a wiry, beach dwelling rasta faced me and loudly asked me
"What is it???? Are you afraid of Jamaicans or do you dislike or distrust Jamaicans? I see you walking alone everyday. You don’t talk to anybody. You don’t want anybody to talk to you. You always look angry and mean."
oh for heavens sake...scolded again??!?!!
He waved his arms like I was a hopeless case. Added how I like loneliness and being in a world full of people but living among them all alone.
"Go..." he roared and shooing me on..."Go continue on and enjoy your loneliness. Have lots of fun in your lonely world."
Okay, even if I did have my pepperspray tucked between my breasts, no matter how tempting it would have been to spritz him just to shut him up, I wouldn't because I guess I do look out of place walking that long stretch without a companion(s). The only people walking alone are moving vendors. But what I don’t understand is why being solo bothered him so much he went on a rant in like that in public.
I need shade and to compose myself. I needed the shade most of all.
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Well, you were enjoying your solitude before he came along....he just wanted your attention.
I've had plenty of folks approach and try to "read" me. Hey, I'm alone because I get along quite well with myself!
Nothing wrong with enjoying your own company. As goldilocks said, he was just probably wanting your attention although going about it the wrong way. Beautiful pictures!
I wouldn't want to buy anything either from the fruit lady.
the unwanted attention can be a buzzkill for sure . . . you can handle it!
goldilocks,I hear you...most men who approach me feel I need company but the right one hasn't crossed my view yet. They think they are the one I've been holding out for so they give their skills a try. When I let them know my deal, they move on. This guy took my being alone as being anti-Jamaicans?? He didn't appear to want my attention.Quote:
Originally Posted by goldilocks
lol Schuttzie, I'm so glad she saw me and I saw her seeing me walk by. Her table was full...shame, but I do hope she did well that day. About the angry man, no it wasn't about getting my attention, I think it was personal. Perhaps he approached me in the past but I blew him off. His reaction was more pride motivated than attraction.Quote:
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buzzkill is RIGHT JitterBug. He pegged it right when he said I was mean... cuzzzzzz I was as I continued the walk.Quote:
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I begged the security guard to let me rest at a table. He said no problem. That surprised me. He came and sat beside me, that surprised me more. But he was concerned, not interested. I looked pretty ragged approaching him after walking in the sun + HEAT combined with the unexpected bashing so I can understand him being courteous but cautious.
I was still hot, but not angry.
"Do you want water?"
"No, I'm not thirsty. Just need to get my strength and wind back. But thanks for offereing."
"I saw that guy yell at you."
"Yeah?? I'm sure all of Westmoreland heard him. I didn't handle him right. I should have said something to defend myself. Where am I?"
"Cocolapalm" He pointed to the HUGE sign to my right. "Cocolapalm" he repeated in case I couldn't read.
"Nice beach set up."
Felt good sitting there and the small talk was cool as well, but I have to get moving or surrender to the elements and grab a taxi. No, I'm so near so I'll keep walking.
"Appreciate you letting me rest here, but I've got to get to where I'm going before someone else feels the need to berate me like a child."
He chuckled like he understood, like he was there as a spectator. OH my please don't let me find out the was there and didn't try to defuse that character Oh well
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Beach Theater - you're a part of the cast, whether you want to or not! when they begin to give me that "you're a racist" crap cuz I'm not buying their stuff I sometimes laugh and come out with "Yes, I'm a lesbian racist - gweh fram mi now." Once I said "Yup, I'm racist - I can't stand white people" - they had no words for my white self.
I enjoy most of the vendors, and even the outright hustlers, but I figure if some annoy me, turn about is fair play.
ahhhh Miss Goldilocks...much respect.
That's why I appreciate comments from you and others who understand that my visits aren't like the norm. To me, Negril, like this message board, is challenging territory. I love Jamaica! so much that I arrive with a lot of humility stuffed in my carry-on. I seek only "my" place(s) within her many hills, valleys and housing schemes without disturbing the residents. You are absolutely right, that guy was angry I wasn't sticking to my script. One written for an obese, single, foreign woman who made it through customs without losing a (baggage) pound. When he saw me, I was alone (again) when I should have been walking the beach with him or a carbon copy.
lissen me now...
This is not what I've become used to. As long as I've been traveling to the east coast, I've NEVER been approached by someone like him or the cranky produce lady. Like I said, I love Jamaica too much to trip about such less positive individuals ...instead...I'll write about them. Photos not necessary, nuh true???
Oh fatha....I walk the beach alone and by the time I go from Sun Beach to SeaWind someone has walked along side me asking why am I walking so fast (I'm trying not to catch any "lint" that tags on) or why do they always see me alone....Quote:
Originally Posted by *vi*
Vi, I'm enjoying your report and hanging on to every colorful word, it's tasty!
LOL you have a gift for being honest blended with witty without being rude. I wish I were like that. Instead, it's best for me to look at them as if I don't have a thought in my head then to tell them what they can't do for me. So glad you are still hanging with me Tee.
Today's walk was less pleasant than the other day's. I keep telling myself, it could have been worse. Even under the perfect sky. Or standing in view of the most majestic waters. Bad situations can always be badder. But what type of person clings to anger once they see a bright, colorful parasailing shute drift by?????
Not Meeeeeeeeeeeeee
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Was planning to land on Traveller's beach but made a detour at Alfreds.
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Their wifi was streaming perfectly, but I couldn't focus on the the dang keyboard...wonder why
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Love LOVE your photos BUT Lawd have mercy when u share your thoughts ...pure poetryQuote:
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Agreed, sammyb, pure poetry! We all want those special nooks and crannies that we can rest our souls and hearts in to rejuvenate on vacation. That is why we go, not to be harassed.
You are right to not stay angry, Vi, and try to continue to enjoy your vacation :)
Ahhh, coming into "my" stretch of beach now - thanks for these!
Alfreds..... my favorite spot on the beach. Last time I swam out to that dock, warning, it is farther out than you think. Now with the jet skis back, (ugg!) I wouldn't do
that anymore. Did you eat at Alfreds, some good food there. I also love dancing there at night, any dancing coming up Vi ? :)
Thanks Sammy...expressing myself comes easy when I'm in Jamaica...pleasant and unpleasant the thoughts flow easily.Quote:
Originally Posted by sammyb
So true Schuttzie. And that's why I refuse to hold onto the anger or return the same because I know there is a place waiting for me where those feelings can't enter.Quote:
Originally Posted by Schuttzie
Sorry I don't have more for you, goldilocks...but glad you are enjoying these.Quote:
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jojo Alfred's is my first choice chill spot. Bravo on swimming out to the dock. I can see from the shore that YES that thing is out as far as it looks!!!!!!!!!! No I didn't eat there just drank. And you ask did I do any dancing??? Yes, coming right up.Quote:
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I wander through the NEW Bourbon Beach and I gotta say I do like the upgrades. The new tables and chairs are beach classy. Big step up from the picnic tables. I didn't eat there so I can't comment on the food, but the grill was fired up and folks lined up placing orders.
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Finally make it to Travellers. HOT thirsty and hungry. Got a red stripe from the bar and thought about ordering a snack. I saw these two guys carrying box lunches when they came in, but stopped at the bar to get drinks. Made me think that is was alright to bring outside food in the restaurant. That was until I saw the waitress go to their table and tell them they couldn't do that and would have to leave. Well that meant I wouldn't be going across the street and returning with something from Fatties.
All wasn't lost, here come a man with a hot steel bin on a bike. Patties ah cometh or maybe jerk pork. No pork and what I thought were patties, weren't. I got one anyway because they look so tasty. The crust is thicker and more flaky than a patty. It was okay, can't say I'm a fan yet. Will try maybe beef before crossing them off my list of must have Jamaican foods.
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Thank goodness I had the genips as a back up filler.
Drivah A called to ask me if I wanted to tag along with him tonight. Sure. He's picking me up at 8 so I can first get dinner, check out the Rasta's video selection then hang at Bourbon Beach. I hated to leave the beach, but it's time for me to dance some sand between my toes.
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Hmmm, your sandwich "patty" does have a very thick breading on it. Yeah, to dancing!!
Too much bread for me Schuttzie.