I too have visited Spanish Wells and the Pinders are the greatest, which one? All of them, they are everywhere! A number of years ago, I visited as a guest of T. Pinder and B. Browder, Floridians who are lucky enough to have a home on the Island. I was overwhelmed by the open and welcoming people of Spanish Wells. And the children that I befriended were so gentle and kind, they took me all over their paradise! I had a wonderful breakfast prepared by R. Pinder and his wife, a light but spicy fresh fish stew that I have since tried many times to duplicate, but can't seem to get it right! I also ate garlic and chunks of onion that they kept in jars of vinegar and spices. Yummy! I attended the island church and it was beautiful to see the island people walking towards the church in their Sunday best early in the day. What a paradise, this is the real Bahamas! If anyone can tell me how to make their Bahamian breakfast fish stew, I would very much appreciate it!! I hope to return one day ~ Cindy
Missing home I can relate to everything written and used to have fun driving the mini mokes. I am from SVG, living in NYC for over 30 yrs. and missing the fun I used to have. This has made me reminiese to tears. I am very happy you guys enjoy my islands home. I hope one day to re-locate. Post some videos soon. Thanks
3 1/2 years of living in Provo... I miss my island home but working in the hotel industry means that your time is limited....expats...all of you that I partied with...RESPECT!!! There are so many good people on the the island but I must give my take on where you should go......1. See my friend..Ryan at Conch Shack...girls do show him some love and dudes...let the girls show him some love! Respect! Well.....dudes...be afraid...the Jamaican "Jew" is .....my friend...that is all. Hemingway's..used to be a place to get away and is now like a Mcdonalds with no character. Yoshi's...definitely a place to go...I miss the Chicken lunch special and the Cali rolls!!!...Da Munchi's..downtown...hey look...my Friend Louis rocks and his burgers are....really good!! Da Munchies is worth the visit..local..not the typical. Somewhere on the Beach...SOB's to us expats...Lou has done a great job with this place and am proud to call him a friend...the food is great and you will not go wrong with the crowd..expats and tourists together sharing some great party times!!! Rickys....to us locals or Flamingos to the vacationers...do not...DO NOT...spend your time without going to Ricky's....great ocean view...prices for food respectable...we live it beach time at Ricky's....Sunday, music, food, beverage and some great staff...RICKY's will always be my chill spot. One last place to put on the list....mini golf..sounds funny...go there on Thursday's and you will dance till the late morning hours....The Party ROCKS there!!!
facts Turning the Tide: the confrontation in the restaurent did not happen with this Novak guy. (pg 76-77). This Novak fellow wasn't on the island as much as he claims. Small island....everybody knew each other. He claims to have had his possessions in one of the cottages during a time frame not possible, at least prior to late summer 1980. Phil Niskern...yeah right. (sarcasm intended)
I am going to the bahamas in july. I will be staying on Harbour Island but am planning a trip to Normans Cay. I was wondering if you had any advice on the best/cheapest way to get to the island would be? any help what so ever would be appreciated. Thank you!
Stupidity of Unfortunately Some people can be ridiculous -i'm a Trinidadian so I know. Fact is programs like these teach idiots about these turtle. Only by experiencing such distinct moments, can one understand the severity of leather-back turtle endangerment. Truth be told I consider this blog to be wonderful and quiet the delight!
oysters? We are looking for shucked oysters for oyster stew or frying in Puerto Rico. The place you went with satreet venders were the oysters out of the shells? Thanks
love you and LOST YOU We are still reading your blog, for the millionth time and we have totally lost you. We sent you messages but maybe you didnt get them????? Please contact us because Gattopardo crew misses you like crazy!!!!!!! And you were supposed to come to see us this coming summer. That would be a great (or an interesting?) new adventure, wouldnt it?? Love you loads!!!!!!!!!!!!
We miss you Dear Jay and Jennifer;
Talk about timing. I just sent you, Jennifer a be-lated HAPPY BIRTHDAY wish and then thought maybe I should just check your blog to see how you are both doing and ....voila... It sounds like you really are enjoying the Landlubber lifestyle once more. Randy and I are in total agreement that for us these past four years have been a wonderful experience and making friends with people like you out here in the Caribbean have made it so rewarding with fabulous memories. Take care and we miss you but wish you all the best in all your endeavors. Keep in touch.
Lynn and Randy
S/V High States
Who knows the estimated strogest currents and largest seas ever recorded along the Mona Passage? I am curious as I plan to make the trip back to the Virgin Islands in the neer future. I would appretiate any information from anyone who has some free time to e-mail me back. Thankyou very much.
sad this chapter has ended Hi, You have a positive outlook even tho the adventure of a lifetime has ended you are waiting a new chapter.Memories of that experience will stay with you and make you happy forever.
Bittersweet Ending A bittersweet ending to a wonderful adventure! Jen, you couldn't have picked better words to describe the ending of the last chapter in your lives and the beginning of the next one. In fact, all your blog postings have been well-written with great pictures. We looked forward to each one. Now we are looking forward to your book!
love...... jean/mom
thanks! Its is sad for us too. I'd love for you to continue to let us know what the next step is for the two of you. Jen, are you starting an acupuncture business? Jay - any new ventures for you? It was so nice to be a fly on the wall of your very exciting lives these past 5 years! Thanks and good luck! cheryl
A fitting end You two truly have had a life changing experience. I am so glad to have been able to share it with you...in the small way of reading your blogs that is!
Thanks Thanks guys for letting me live my own fantasy through your blog. I think my true adventure is ahead of me, and will most certainly be very different than yours. Good luck in Texas and make everyday special.
Paul
He He He !!!! Sorry, I ad to erase al my mail, I ad a bug again.
I hope you are doing well, Look like Jay ad a fun trip back home.
Please send me back the Ph# because I do not have them any more
Grosse bise.
J-M
Wow Way to go, Jay. What a catch! Hope you had mango salsa on board to go with that mahi mahi!
Too bad Jen didn't see the first official unveiling of the spinnaker take place.
love, mom
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I too have visited Spanish Wells and the Pinders are the greatest, which one? All of them, they are everywhere!
A number of years ago, I visited as a guest of T. Pinder and B. Browder, Floridians who are lucky enough to have a home on the Island. I was overwhelmed by the open and welcoming people of Spanish Wells. And the children that I befriended were so gentle and kind, they took me all over their paradise! I had a wonderful breakfast prepared by R. Pinder and his wife, a light but spicy fresh fish stew that I have since tried many times to duplicate, but can't seem to get it right! I also ate garlic and chunks of onion that they kept in jars of vinegar and spices. Yummy! I attended the island church and it was beautiful to see the island people walking towards the church in their Sunday best early in the day. What a paradise, this is the real Bahamas! If anyone can tell me how to make their Bahamian breakfast fish stew, I would very much appreciate it!! I hope to return one day ~ Cindy