They’re cute, sneaky, and mischievous. They have learned well how to live near and to deal with people. This one used the porch post for cover to hide when needed and to seek whatever it desired when opportunity allowed. Tourists beware of your belongings! The green monkeys were imported from Africa nearly 350 years agoContinue reading “Hide and Seek”
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Shirley Sights
On the southeastern side of Antigua, Shirley Heights provides spectacular views of the island and bays including English Harbour, seen on the photo above. Once, these heights held cannons that protected the harbour from Spanish and French pirates. I suspect that the English pirates had little to fear since their skulduggery was generally supported byContinue reading “Shirley Sights”
Sunset at Sea
The sun sets spectacularly at sea with clouds scattering rays across the deepening sky and casting its reflections in the rippling waters. It’s a salute to a wonderful day and a promise of nice days ahead. #sunset #atlantic #sea
Booby Watching
We spent a considerable amount of time in the Sky Observation Lounge on the upper deck at the front of the boat. I was fascinated by these brown boobies surfing the air pressure wave ahead of the bow. Soaring back and forth, they rarely flapped a wing until they spotted a fish and then doveContinue reading “Booby Watching”
First Second Time
This is the first time that we have ever left on a cruise on the same boat twice. We first sailed on the Celebrity Equinox from Port Canaveral in March, 2022, and now we’re on it a second time. The familiar surroundings made us feel quickly at home as we boarded, settled in, and thenContinue reading “First Second Time”
Happy Veterans Day
May we remember our veterans with gratitude and wish for the wellbeing of those currently in uniform. #veteransday #veterans #gratitude .
Crescent and Quarter
Yesterday morning the Moon passed Venus very closely, so closely that in Europe and Africa the Moon hid Venus from view for a brief period of time. Then the moon moved on to produce this delightfully separated pair. Amazingly, Venus also goes through phases just like the Moon as it circles the Sun, and currentlyContinue reading “Crescent and Quarter”
Turtle Tot
While walking at the Silver River State Park, we found this tiny hatchling turtle. I think it is a baby box turtle, and it was on the edge of the path waiting for sunrays to warm it before moving on. It was between the size of a quarter and a half dollar, and while tiny,Continue reading “Turtle Tot”
Scarecrow From Rehab
The original scarecrow arrangement was featured in an October blog which can be seen at: https://eskildoodle.com/2023/10/26/a-matter-of-perspective-2/. It is a relic from “early marriage” and though treasured over the decades, the surrounding, decrorative plant material had gradually accumulated severe wear. A good friend with an amazing talent for arts and crafts agreed to refresh the arrangement,Continue reading “Scarecrow From Rehab”
Ukulele At Home Abroad
I bought this Tahitian ukulele in Pape’ete, Tahiti, from a half-blind street vendor who played it masterfully, even thought he was left-handed and the uke is strung for a right-handed player. It came home with us, and at customs the agent wanted to see and hear it. I happily obliged, and he commented that ifContinue reading “Ukulele At Home Abroad”
