Passing many banana fields and seeing these plastic bottles filled with an unknown liquid hanging from the trees. I tried to find someone in the area who would know what’s in them and their purpose. No one around. So if anyone knows the answers could you please post? I’m still very curious about them.
My guess to ward off insects??? Jitterbug....Liz do either of you know?? Anyone??
Driver stops to hail up a cousin who owns a little roadside stand. I wait in the car. Crouched on the ground to my left is an elderly man well into his 80’s selling guinep bundles. When he didn’t offer to sell me some, I inquired.
“Good afternoon, sir.”
He nods
“Guinep sweet?”
He nods
“May I have one to taste?”
He nods then rose to bring me three bundles to choose from.
I take a piece of fruit from each and all three were sweet and juicy.
“How much a bundle, sir?”
“Fifty dolla.”
I hand him 200J “I will take all three.”
He nodded then returned to his seat.
Driver comes back and they chat briefly then bid each other goodbye.
I drop the three bundles into my bag adding them to the bundle I bought earlier.
“Vi! Why you buy so much guinep?”
“I couldn’t sit looking at the man and NOT buy any.”
“But why so much bundle?”
“You should know me by now…I honesty don’t know. Now here take these and start eating.”
He just smiles and shakes his head.
*sigh* just one of those humbling moments.
Finally in town I walk up the steps of the two-story building to get to Peaches’ place. Last time I was here I got the works…new nails, new hair and one of best pedicures I ever had. Everything came to less than $35US and that included tip.
Also the last time I was here the place was packed. This time it just be me and three employees.
Marsha is a sweetheart and spends over an hour on pedicures.
Sparkle, I was going to quote this too, lol! This is exactly how I've felt there and the childlike joy and laughter of the simplest things. We used to watch for long periods of time the crabs on the beach that go in and out of their holes digging, scooping out dirt. So much fun to give them a chip and see them try to pull it back into their hole, haha!Originally Posted by *vi*
Such beautiful words, Vi, how you describe everything and cooling water bringing peace and tranquility!
LOL Schuttzie I look for those tiny sand crabs!!
The cliché “stop and smell the roses” actually happens in Jamaica. She invites you to enjoy her but also makes you stop and pay attention to what’s around you. From those tiny, beige crabs you mentioned to the mighty Caribbean Sea…very little does one ignore what one encounters there.
Thanks again for your kindness and support.
I normally get all this (expensive) salon crap done before coming to Jamaica, I hated the nail color on my toes in January and wanted it OFF! So I found Peaches’ place and decided to make an appointment to get other things done besides the pedicure. Now I’m a regular client. So yeah I get on the plane with jacked up toes and crusty heels and let Marsha work her magic.
I love the service and the inviting atmosphere here. Not like the salon I go to back home. It’s big and impersonal. I make sure I have plenty to keep me entertained while I wait…and wait…and wait. But not at Peaches. Everyone talks to everyone including me!
I love the service and the inviting atmosphere here. Not like the salon I go to back home. It’s big and impersonal. I make sure I have plenty to keep me entertained while I wait…and wait…and wait. But not at Peaches. Everyone talks to everyone including me!
Since it was just a couple of us in the shop, we listened to music and chat female chat.
Children…men…weight…men…fashion…men…cr amps…men…music…men.
They had me rollin as they spoke about “de wortless men dem”. Wish I could post them but I don’t remember all of the details. So unless told right, the stories won’t bring the same reaction. I told them next time I’m going to video the talkin!! They said okay…lol.
90 minutes later I looked like I had new feet attached to my ankles. Soft, tender heels and piggies I was proud to show off. And guess what…NO PICTURES! That’s not like me. I guess I was waiting to take a photo at another location. Maybe I’ll come across a shot. But she did an awesome job. Ultra Hot Pink polish with a silver starburst spray on the big toe. Love them.
Here’s a photo of the ladies from January. Left is Marsha, right is Cardell. Cardell does hair. I love that name, Cardell. Can you believe she’s a grandmother??!!
A new day and a grandtastic road trip
Today would be a full one of first-time experiences. Not a day to wear a dress because I’ll be doing some climbing and walking through the bush. After breakfast I came back to the room to change. Discovered the only pair of shorts I bought was missing the front button. So I sat pushing and pulling the needle and thread through the tiny button holes feeling proud for remembering to pack the travel sewing kit.
Visiting the small town of Bath in St. Thomas to check out the Bath Hotel and Mineral Spa. Also called Bath Fountain.
I’ll wait to share my “personal” feelings about the experience later.
In the meantime, in between flashes of scenery along the way, I’m going to post a little information I found about this poplar destination.
- This is going to be Nice!!
Can't wait!
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