Goldilocks this place is perfect for you!!Quote:
Originally Posted by goldilocks
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Goldilocks this place is perfect for you!!Quote:
Originally Posted by goldilocks
Sorry to be so late to the party, I finally got an invite :D
Love the way you write, Vi, always...and have to nod and laugh at some things.
When you said you went on a boat with Elvis to Navy Island I was going to say I did too, until I saw his picture...not my Elvis. Checked my notes and I went with "PRESLEY...as in Elvis" - also from the marina and seriously looks like the same boat!
Glad I am now riding along...
Hello Liz and welcome. So glad you joined the ride. I know you are very familiar with a lot of, if not ALL, of these places so feel free to add your comments and thoughts. And thanks so much for the compliment.
I have to laugh out loud when I saw the name of your boat captain. Too funny.
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This isn’t a “pack a lunch, bring the beach towels and a two-pound novel” place. It’s more of a “YOU is all you need to bring” place. A perfect site to experience total mind relaxation.
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On a glorious sun saturated day like today one can come here to mentally drift away and get lost in the peaceful breeze that is always present. The tranquil sound of the water traveling over the rocks is your only disturbance.
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After exploring the perimeter getting up close and personal with nature, I take my time entering the gentle current to claim a rock that would support me for a few minutes or more. Who tracks time when you find a sweet spot to linger in?? There I sit and enjoy the water as it streams over my feet and swollen ankles. The temp changes from cool to warm as it moves along and it feels utterly deeeevine! Rushing eagerly between my toes and every once in a while splashing the calves or sprinkling dots of wetness on my thighs.
My thoughts trend going from one thing to another as I sip the red stripe I manage to carry without wasting too much. Thoughts of giving thanks for just being in the center of a sparkling river flowing through one of God’s most beautiful creations, the island man named Jamaica. Thoughts of momz and if she could see what I see right now she would understand why I’m an unwavering Portland enthusiast. After pondering the two above I step out of my head. Jamaica is the only situation that allows me to get out and stay out of those rooms in my mind that stockpile worries, priorities, family needs, loved ones lost and regrets.
The towering mountains and walls of green leave me breathless as I gaze upward at their height. The sun is hot, but not scorching my skin. The temperature suits me.
Watching the boys jump, flip and dive into the water forces me to giggle out loud. Not too many moments do that to me these days. Life, the majority of the time, doesn’t allow for much spontaneous, child-like outbursts of inner enjoyment. But Jamaica gives me enough of those moments to take with me that keep me smiling in the midst of back home pandemonium.
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The Rio Grande as it travels through Fellowship, Portland is as non-intimidating as the little busu that cling to the rocks within it. I love this area for what it brings to my world…further proof that I am welcomed here and my reason to return.
"Jamaica is the only situation that allows me to get out and stay out of those rooms in my mind that stockpile worries, priorities, family needs, loved ones lost and regrets. " Awe Honey... So happy for you that JA has imbraced you into her arms and gives you the recharge you need to function here.... Your pictures are making me want to book today...I just know if Momz were to visit she would most definitely understand what keeps you going back.
after countless rides down the rio grande, i still have to remember to breath . . . breathtaking every time . . .
Sparkle, momz listens but I’m sure it’s because I can’t shut up when it comes to Portland. She’s nice like that in that she doesn’t tune me out like other people…lol. But I’m sure she doesn’t understand the obsession which is why I wish I could take her there.
Jitterbug, yes it is just that awesome.
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Hate to leave, I really, really do but I have a pedicure appointment that I can’t miss. My feet and toes are atrocious. So making my way back to town.
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Ginger Lilly
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