Happy March

....at least here's hoping March will bring sunnier skies and smoother sailing ....
Time may not heal all wounds, but at least, it does soften the blow.

The overnight low is 17, but feels more like 15 with the ocean breeze ! Sun every morning and overcast every afternoon, would be great if it rained, a little ... cutting weeds and shrubs away from tender transplanting that require water now, like the avocado start, that is doing very well. Enjoying the 3rd batch of bananas, and not a one went to waste, this time ! The leaves on the large Mango tree in the back are turning purple and Morning Glories like a waterfall of purple flowers. 
Both Bougainvilleas, huge one at the top of the hill, and small one at the bottom, bursting  in vivid magenta buds ... so hurtful if you make the wrong move, yet so beautiful.

Busy, busy around here, groups coming and going.  Restaurants are all doing well, lots of Live Music at Mimi's, and on the beach. I had to postpone my Business Venture with Mimi, but that doesn't mean the dream is over, just waiting for the next opportunity.

It struck me the other day, how the expression ... One Day ... is different here than what I grew up with. It comes across , to me, as not sarcastic and improbable, but hopeful and something to look forward to.  I hear it a lot, friends and aquaintances wanting me to visit their homes, or to visit mine, or enjoy some leisure time at the beach together, and 
they look me in the eye and with all sincerity say " Un Dia " ... I like that ..
I also like like the  " God Willing "  ... expression you hear it a lot too ..." Dios Quires " ...
a reminder we are not in charge !

School is taking up most of my time, and I love it, so far.  A lot of work, but very rewarding.
It will get easier as I get into a routine and learn my way around up there. Try to use whatever resources are available, but I know it isn't much.  Teachers are amazing !

Co ordinating Casa Delfin and Pepe has taught me a lot too, but there is a lot more to learn,
and improving my Spanish is at the top of the list.  

New moon on Saturday, but it was late last night and this morning that the ocean got a little rough and wild. The rhythm of the ocean delights me, no matter how aggressive she may be, as long as I'm not on top of her !  The tide is high this morning, so it's a little easier to get on the taxi, but these are the kind of days, I'm happy I don't have to commute ! 

Until next week, Good Luck tomorrow Dad, and Get Well Quick !!

More photos to follow ... 

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