Wednesday, October 27, 2010

One last story

After our visit to the lighthouse we were trying to find a place to eat. We pulled into this restaraunt parking lot which was located behind the building down a little hill. We were busy chatting as we strolled up towards the door. There was a gentleman working on a car that we thought greeted us, but not sure what he said, then he started chuckling. That made us all look towards him, it was then that we all noticed what he was chuckling at. Not 5 feet from us was this creature. We were oblivious to him!!!!!! I don't know what these things do, but I do know that they are just plain UGLY and menacing looking. The sight of him made us move a little faster, so I apologize that I didn't get a pictue of ALL of him.
As we stood staring in unbelief at him, another one came running towards him at
which point we took off UP the hill. When we came back to our car, I was a
bit nervous that something would come at us from underneath the car.
Once safely within our car, we noticed the field next to our car. It had been about knee high grass, and was in the process of being mowed. There were these critters all over the place. I think they must live in the tall grass. I don't think they were too happy about being disturbed.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

So Long Farewell....

Sad to say that my sisters are on their way home. We had to hit the beach on their last day. The ways were higher, it was great fun bobbing in the surf.




We ventured out and found the Arecibo lighthouse. It was interesting to see the displays they had, and enjoy the beautiful views.


Nancy had to get some pictures for her grandsons. There is a really cute one of her with a pirate, but she'd probably make me take it off if I put it here, so this one will have to do.



We had a great time, and I hope they can come back for another visit. I sure love my sisters.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

San Juan

We had a great Saturday in San Juan. This is El Morro, and is the fort used to protect Puerto Rico for centuries. It was even added onto in WWII, the new lighthouse, and guns (can't see) to protect the island.
The cemetary was interesting to see. It was amazing to see the intricate carvings.



Guard shack, can't remember the official name



The lighthouse added in WWII




Waiting for our ride on the launcha



It was a LONG HOT day, but we had a blast.











Isabela


We enjoyed dinner at the Ocean Front Restarant. We loved the beautiful sunset

After the train tunnel on Friday, we refreshed ourselves with ice cream/sorbet at Isabela's town square.


What would a town square be without pigeons? They are hard to see, but they are in there


It seems like every square has a church on one side, and this is Isabela's church


I downloaded pictures from Janice's camera, so have a few more pics from the train tunnel.
This spot is at the end of the path, right on the beach.


We are having a great time, realizing it is going way too fast.


I Love my sister!!!

For your viewing enjoyment!!!!

Friday morning we started our day with a swim in the ocean.
It was such a beautiful morning, and the water is almost as warm as bath water.
We enjoyed bobbing up and down in the waves. The waves were so gentle you couldn't even see most of them, but you would bob a little when they came in.


Is this really real, or are they just standing in front of a blue screen? You'll never know!!!











Nancy couldn't find a ukeluke to play so she was strumming a palm branch.