Tag Archives: ambergris caye
I got Grounded
Posted on January 9, 2012 in 1,620 + posts, Eat - Sleep - Drink, Water fun
Yesterday was almost perfect weather to go hang out at Grand Caribe for their Sunday pool side party at Cowboy Doug’s pool bar and grill. I say almost as there was a bit of a breeze happening and technically it is winter here so the water was a bit cool. While Paul watched football on [...]
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Rumbling thunder and Island showers
Posted on January 2, 2012 in 1,620 + posts, Living in Belize
Mother nature is definitely starting us off in 2012 with island showers and a clean Ambergris Caye. It has not stopped raining long enough for me to make a break for it and head to town to do my errands. The ominous sound of rumbling thunder is making me think I am either going to [...]
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wordpress app for android
Posted on December 1, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, Useful Information, Volunteer Belize
Got an email from Lara asking if I could blog that 15 tickets are still available for tonight’s aids awareness event and the 6th annual San Pedro Boat parade, I told her I would get done when I got home. Thanks to wordpress app for android phones, I am able to do the writing from [...]
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Abandoned and Shot now Loved and Protected
Posted on November 17, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, San Pedro Belize weather, Volunteer Belize
There is no doubt that Si was probably a very cute puppy. It’s easy to imagine a child playing with him and enjoying the wonderful bond that develops between puppies and children. What is not so easy to imagine is how such a sweet potlicker grew up, having been cared for by someone and then [...]
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A day with Birthday Boy
Posted on November 7, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, Eat - Sleep - Drink, Fiesta, San Pedro Belize weather
I just saw a 19 year old win a million dollars on a game show. Imagine how different any of our lives would be if that had happened to us? I wonder if I would have moved to Belize or would I have landed in a different Tropical location instead. I can say for sure [...]
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Hurricane Rina pictures
Posted on October 27, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, Living in Belize, San Pedro Belize weather
Paul decided we should go for a long walk yesterday since the sun came out and Hurricane Rina was not making us housebound. Paula, Jessie faye and Dick were heading to town so we decided to join them. I have a ton of pics to sort through so I will be adding more throughout the [...]
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Lucky Couldn’t be Luckier Saga San Pedro Belize Humane Society
Posted on September 25, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Lucky Couldn’t be Luckier They say that ‘curiosity killed the cat’ and in Lucky’s case, this almost came true. Darling little Lucky was brought into Pampered Paws looking like he’d been fighting a war – and he was the loser. It is believed that his terrible facial injury was due to an unfortunate encounter with [...]
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Giant Lobster found in pool at Grand Caribe Resort
Posted on September 12, 2011 in 1,620 + posts, Fiesta, San Pedro Belize weather
What a fantastic day perfect tropical September weather I am so glad I had my birthday at Grand Caribe Resort, I could not think of a better place. We ate, drank, hula hooped and floated in the pool for hours. Cowboy Doug was an excellent host and the staff at Footprints Beach Bar and Grill did a [...]
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North Ambergris Caye News
Posted on August 26, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
It has been smokin hot on the island today. tacoboy and I are going to go for a walk and hopefully find clothes line at Marina’s or Super by South so we can string a 10 x 12 green tarp and have some shade for the pool. I have a few things to report for [...]
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New whitewall tires
Posted on August 23, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
I made up my mind yesterday that I was going to get Dicks beach cruiser tire repaired, so I could ride it again. I texted Josiemar to see if he was able to fit me in. He replied quickly – anytime was good and to bring the bike over. So I wrapped up work and [...]
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Post travel blues
Posted on August 22, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Since moving to Ambergris Caye, Belize 5.5 years ago I have noticed a commonality among both first timers and repeat visitors, not wanting to leave at the end of their trip. Today’s guest post brings with it some useful tips on how to beat your holiday blues and get back into the swing of things. [...]
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Hot at the pool
Posted on August 18, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
I am very happy on 2 counts right now. First off it looks like it is about to pour down rain and I would love nothing more right now. Secondly I got some great pool pictures today, I had Eileen meet me early to get some shots of the two of us doing different aquafit [...]
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San Pedro Planking Competition
Posted on August 10, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
My planking picture made entry number 42 in the Ambergris Today Planking Competition. There are some pretty amazing planking pictures being taken around San Pedro and even entries from as far as Caye Caulker and Corozal by some very fit people. Been super busy all morning working on a magazine article so I could send [...]
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Crocodile Refuge Proposal
Posted on August 3, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Crocodile Refuge Proposal in Ambergris Caye, Belize, by ACES ACES/ American Crocodile Education Sanctuary is a non-profit organization permitted by the Belize Forest Department and dedicated to conserving Belize critical wetland habitats and protected species, specifically crocodilians, through scientific research and education in order to preserve wildlife for future generations. There is dire need of [...]
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Clothing Explosion
Posted on July 2, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
It looked like TJ Max exploded on Pedro’s pool table last night. Everyone scored well at the stuff swap – and peoples take home piles grew fast. I was happy to clear out a good amount of stuff and only took one thing home. Lara was pleased to see a top she had donated at [...]
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Appetizers Cook Off Results
Posted on May 26, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Today is a catch up day for a couple of Saga things that needed to get posted. First off Ann sent in her Brandi Mermaid and Sushi on Ambergris Caye post so you could all see a picture of Nyotaimori – Brandi covered in Sushi Sharon’s sushi creations at the the last Saga cook off. [...]
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Mama Vilma’s Family Home
Posted on May 12, 2011 in 1,620 + posts
Today’s post comes from the gals at Mama Vilma’s Family Home. They are doing a great job and have some good news to report on the project. Hello! The Executive Committee wants to thank you for your interest in, and support of, Mama Vilma’s Family Home. The members of our organization have been working very [...]
