We had an absolutely fabulous time on our trip to the Virgin Islands. It was wonderful to be back. I don't think anything ever changes down there. Honestly, the best part about the trip was the fact that we really didn't do much at all. The mornings were spent lounging and then packing up for the beach. We would spend a few hours there until the little girls started having meltdowns about sand on their hands, water in their faces, or whose turn it was with the fish floaty, which of course signaled nap time. We'd head back to the house, rest and read, then everyone was in the pool until the bugs came out, which meant it was time for dinner. No need for clocks...
We had a fun night at The Beach Bar. The girls played by the water and the grown ups had cocktails. One day was spent in the British Virgin Islands, on Jost Van Dyke. This island is too perfect for words. Main street is a sandy road lined with boats. Great White Bay and the Soggy Dollar Bar should be on everyone's must do list. There is not a better place, in my opinion, to spend the day in a hammock with a Painkiller (rum and other yummy stuff), a good book, and wonderful people. Of course, this time there wasn't much "hang time" since the little ones kept us busy, but no complaints. The night before we left we stayed on St. Thomas. There have been some changes there...lots of new buildings and a nice new marina.
We talked a lot about "what if" and if we would still be there had this or that not happened. We cherish the time that we lived down there and we know that at some very deep, heart level, it changed us for the better. It's certainly a different way of life. All in all though, I think we agree that is a bit too surreal to actually try to have a family down there. Of course, it is so expensive. A cantaloupe costs $6.00!
It is our refuge though. Our "Somewhere in the Sun".
