50 and 75

Last night we celebrated my Aunt and Uncles 50th wedding Anniversary and my Uncles 75th birthday. As someone recently engaged (wow, I was really unsure I would ever say those words!) I can only hope that my marriage is half as happy as theirs after 50 years (and also that I am still alive and kicking to see it). I enjoyed hearing all the stories about their courting, engagement and marriage. I especially loved that Auntie Jillian's father threw her a huge 21st birthday party as he felt so badly she was so old and not married (both other sisters married at 18). If he had been my father, I would have had a huge 21st, 25th, 30th and 35th!

Of course it was a great night out and anyone who has visited me here knows that a night out with my family could go no other way!

Sea Moss

I cannot believe I have been here five days and not posted beach pictures! To be honest, it is largely down to the sea moss problem plaguing Barbados, well and other islands. And selfish me did not like the colour of the water, not thinking of all the damage it has caused. Loads of turtles caught in it have died, fishing boats have been caught in bays and of course tourists put off as the beautiful blue they were expecting was no where to be seen (on the South Coast, West coast not as affected). There are a few theories as to where this moss has come from and thankfully for the wild life and all the people who depend on the sea it seems to be clearing now.

And really and truly although not as beautiful as normal, still fairly lovely and coupled with my family definitely not complaining. 

Cafe Sol and the Coziers

I have to remember I have a phone again, losing my annoying take a million photos touch! Having had a great dinner out with Vicki, Hottie, Nic and Luke I only remembered the photos once home. To dinner at one of my favourite spots, Cafe Sol, I took no photos. The place has not changed, great food once you actually get what you order and as slow as I always remember. But would not have it any other way.

I remembered only as they drove me home, so these are the photos of the night!

Relaxing in BIM

After a non-stop two week Canadian holiday I arrived here exhausted. I have spent three days sleeping, reading and looking at my Spanish books (I plan to open them soon). I have also had the great pleasure of watching my God Daughter's jazz show and horse riding today. Like I always say, she takes after me a bit with all this talent.

Tomorrow I intend to break out and possibly see some friends and celebrate being here!

Summer Vacation Part 2

It was a beautiful day in Toronto yesterday, so clearly a day that I spent flying. I had such a wonderful time, seeing my wonderful father and friends, showing Luis some very special places in Southern Ontario and of course getting engaged!
Thank you ladies for everything you did for us this trip, love you all and will see you next summer at my wedding!!!
I arrived in Barbados last night, greeted with beautiful cards and family. Now the planning begins!

Love them!

Happy 148th Canada

Happy Birthday Canada! I cannot remember the last time I was here for Canada Day, possibly 17 years.  To celebrate we went to a fair in Guelph and then firework display in Acton.  The fair was really nice, probably better with a beer tent but there you go.

Now we are running around as it is our last day here and we have loads to do.  Tomorrow Luis is back to Quito to tell Lola and I am off to Barbados to plan!

My Answer Was Yes



(this is a delayed blog as I had to tell family and close friends before posting it!)





Think this picture says it all!  
Well I thought it said it all, but a few hours after posting I have decided the moment deserves more words!  After our brilliant day on the beach, Luis took my father a side and asked for my hand (well he is Latin) and as I had a mouth full of veggie sausage and beans later that night broke into his speech.  It was all very lovely, and we did not even notice my father capturing the moment.  So it looks like sometime in the near future  may have to add a name to my blog!