#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨
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Day Four – St. Thomas

October 10, 2006 · Narrative

Pirate NightEither you guys are astoundingly good at geography or the clues were too easy. Congrats to all who guessed correctly … and Dani, send me your address and the Donna Hay book is yours.

The slower-than-dial-up connection is slower than usual, so no long commentary tonight, just some pictures in review … and clues for our next destination. Another copy of Donna Hay’s Christmas book is up for grabs for the first correct guess in the comments section (no guessing, Dani) – good luck!

Slavery
Sugarcane
Guavaberry

Until tomorrow…

P.S. As always, you can see the pictures in bigger detail by clicking on them.
Hills of St. Thomas

Arriving in St. Thomas
Arriving in St. Thomas

Fruit Man

French Toast on the ship:
French Toast on Royal Caribbean

Donkey Man in St. Thomas

Downtown Market in St. Thomas
Market in downtown St. Thomas

Post Office

Snow Cone Truck

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Comments

  1. Claire says

    October 10, 2006 at 3:41 am

    Look at the cute little pirate! I say St. Martin. BTW, what is the food in the picture? It looks like some kind of dessert.

    Reply
  2. Alisha says

    October 10, 2006 at 3:53 am

    Looks like you’re having a fabulous time … I’m so jealous! :-)

    My guess for your next stop is St. Martin.

    Reply
  3. Anonymous says

    October 10, 2006 at 4:14 am

    Aww it looks like y’all are having an AMAZING time!

    I’m gonna guess St. John? More specifically – Cinnamon Bay? Yum, I love Cinnamon =)

    Reply
  4. Suzanne says

    October 10, 2006 at 10:29 am

    ahhh, St. Maarten! Love it – I could live there! We enjoyed that island so MUCH when we were there. My teenage DS expecially enjoyed the beaches, much to the horror of his mother! LOL

    Reply
  5. Anonymous says

    October 10, 2006 at 12:27 pm

    Does spelling count? LOL
    I’ll give it a shot since I’ve been there….Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
    Have a great time….
    Val

    Reply
  6. Anonymous says

    October 10, 2006 at 12:31 pm

    Oh, I forgot to add…make sure you have a guavaberry colada at one of the street stands! YUM!
    Val

    Reply
  7. patsy says

    October 10, 2006 at 12:50 pm

    It looks like a fabulous trip! We did a cruise on our honeymoon, and I hope to do another one someday! The pictures look wonderful!

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says

    October 10, 2006 at 12:58 pm

    Love the photos and commentary.

    What is the temperature on the islands?
    Hope you continue to enjoy smooth
    sailing.
    Neighbors aunties,
    Rita & Marilyn

    Reply
  9. Rachel says

    October 10, 2006 at 1:02 pm

    That’s St. Maartin! We are still drinking the guavaberry liqour from our honeymoon!

    Reply
  10. wheresmymind says

    October 10, 2006 at 1:30 pm

    I got married down in St. Thomas (honeymoon on St. John)
    http://www.wheresmymind.com/wedding.php

    Reply
  11. Denzylle says

    October 10, 2006 at 1:51 pm

    Again, I got beat to it, (and I was wrong last time, anyway…) but I think it’s St John, USV.

    Reply
  12. t says

    October 10, 2006 at 2:58 pm

    St. Kitts?

    Reply
  13. Cate says

    October 10, 2006 at 6:32 pm

    Claire – mmmm, delicious French Toast. We ended up in the Dining Room for breakfast yesterdan and today. It’s fluffy, thick and soft and coated with cinnamon sugar. Delish!

    Reply
  14. Cate says

    October 10, 2006 at 6:34 pm

    Rita and Marilyn – Hot, hot, hot, but still gorgeous nonetheless.

    Reply
  15. Barbara (Biscuit Girl) says

    October 10, 2006 at 7:24 pm

    St. Marteen is your next stop.

    Reply
  16. wendyb532 says

    October 10, 2006 at 9:22 pm

    St. Maarten?

    Wendyb532

    Reply
  17. Anonymous says

    October 11, 2006 at 12:51 am

    I’ve enjoyed reading your site, but haven’t ever posted… I’m going to guess Dominican Republic? Have a great trip!

    Jodi

    Reply
  18. Dani says

    October 14, 2006 at 2:07 am

    Cate, I only give you my adress if I can finally send you something back too ;-) I start feeling bad winning all those books

    Looks like you guys are having a fantastic time. Hopefully DH and I will finally go on a very, very belated Honeymoon next year. We just never found time with him being at work all the time. But he promised me if I ace my Wine Managment Class, he will take me to Napa Valley (and maybe even French Laundry).

    Oh well, enjoy the sun and send some to Chiacago! We had snow yesterday for the first time!

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I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛

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#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨

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