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I haven’t had a bagel in ages, but when I saw th I haven’t had a bagel in ages, but when I saw that @njdotcom had picked six bagel shops at the “best in the state,” and one was reasonably local, all the sudden I needed one. I was never one to fall prey to peer pressure, but I’m very definitely a marketer’s dream. 😂 Alfa Bagels is on Route 10 in Randolph and has a good assortment of bagels, including all the usual suspects, but with a few others like rainbow, Asiago and French Toast throw in for good measure. Their bagels always seem to have a nice chew, which I appreciate and I love their sesame one. My go-to order lately is a double toasted flagel with lox spread and tomato. Their lox spread is a little ho hum, but the bagel is delish. Check them out next time you’ve got a craving (or get motivated by a local news story 😝). What’s your bagel order?
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When a stressful week with deadlines ends with Nat When a stressful week with deadlines ends with National Cheese Lovers Day, how could I not partake? Tbh, I wasn’t especially hungry, and the appetizers are always the best section of any menu, so the queso blanco from El Mejicano in town wasn’t too hard a choice. It’s smoky and cheesy and I could have licked the bowl clean, but a girl’s gotta have some boundaries. Happy weekend, friends! ✨
A friend saw this placard and said it reminded her A friend saw this placard and said it reminded her of me and dropped it off in our mailbox, which really touched me. 💛 Life is too freaking short not to make conscious decisions to do more of what makes you happy, and to cut out the things that don’t. Rainbow Rowell said it best, “So, what if, instead of thinking about solving you whole life, you just think about adding additional good things. One at a time. Just let your pile of good things grow.”
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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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