Ben's Ball

 As promised, a couple of weeks after I met Ben I went back to visit my new friend and take him a little gift.

 He wasn't sure if it was really for him...his eyes asked if it was okay.
"Yes" I softly told him.

He still wasn't sure but soon he understood that it was okay. 
He immediately pounced on his new ball, he was ready to play.  I couldn't stay to play, what a pity, so I wished him goodbye....but came away happy that he was doing so well.
He is now ready to be adopted.
How I wish I could bring him home with me but......Big dogs are hard for me to manage.
I hope and pray that he will go to a loving family who will give him all the love he deserves.
Love you Gentle Ben!!!
Update:  The ball has been torn to smithereens....time for a new toy.

Happy Valentine's Day!! 2018

Today is a special day,  not only is it Valentine's day, today is also Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar.
Lent is a period representing the forty days that Jesus spent in the wilderness fasting and praying after he was baptised.
It is a period of prayer, reflection and penance.
Seems kinda strange to have the two days coincide, since they're completely opposite and different occasions.
The last time the two days collided was back in 1945.

I didn't make it out to church today to have my forehead adorned with a cross of ashes, but I will try my utmost to give up some indulgence for the period of Lent.

I need not worry about giving up meat during this period since I don't eat meat anyway.
Whatever I decide on to give up, it must be meaningful. 

Hope your day was filled with lots of love...the right kind of love...the kind that is true and unconditional and mostly spirit-filled.

The Logos Hope (2017)

I can't allow this post to be any later. I must write it now.
Back in November (2017), I had a visit from a friend whom I had not seen for a long time.
The Logos Hope Book Ship came a-visiting our shores again after a nine year hiatus.  I couldn't believe it was that long ago.
The Logos Hope Book Ship is the largest floating book fair in the world and usually pays our island a visit when it travels through the Caribbean.
  
This visit was special...it was nice to see my friend again after so many years.
I love ships and I love books so what better combination than to visit with daughter dear who loves to read as well.

The Logos Hope

The World's Largest Floating Book Fair

“One of the main goals of the Logos Hope is to share knowledge."

The ship was docked at the Shallow Draft Harbour Marina adjacent to the Flour Mill. 
After paying the small entrance fee and heading up the gangway, we were scanned by security personnel and we were on our way.

 A small display at the entrance gave visitors an idea of the accommodations for the 400 crew members from over 60 nationalities.

 A young visitor had the opportunity to captain the "ship".

 A crew member welcoming us aboard and pointing out the ship's features and safety rules.

After a short "Welcome Aboard" speech, we entered the book fair.

Where to start????

With over 5000 different titles, there is something for everyone.

 Daughter and I spent quite a while in this area of cook books.

 So many books.....so little time.

Children, Adult, Novels, Academics,Self Help, Spiritual, Health, Gardening, Cooking, Painting, Bibles....you name it...it was there.

 Small toys, bookmarks, key rings, puzzles were all available.

 Shelves were replenished on a continuous basis as the books were chosen by many happy visitors.

 Thousands of books suitable for everyone.

 Books for children of all ages.

Books books books.....we were in heaven.

We chose our selections carefully.

 On our way out we passed several painted displays on the walls.

Soon it was time to say goodbye to my friend once again.
We struggled off the ship with our heavy bags.


Would you believe that over a week later, the ship had to extend its stay because so many Barbadians just kept on going.  I myself wanted to pay another visit but it just wasn't possible...too busy.


A message appeared on Facebook highlighting another wonderful visit to the island.

THANK YOU, BARBADOS! We at Logos Hope appreciates the 34,000+ visitors who took the time to visit us during our time in Bridgetown from the 9th - 19th November. To keep up with our journey, follow us @ Logos Hope on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

I can't wait to see my friend again...hope it's not another nine years this time around.
 

Happy Birthday to You Daughter Dear!!

Happy Birthday to You!
Happy Birthday to You!
Happy Birthday!  Happy Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!

Wishing you a Happy Birthday daughter dear!!!
I love you more with each passing day.
We didn't get to celebrate today as we normally do, as our schedules were a bit hectic and we were only able to grab a quick lunch, but we will surely have a proper celebration later....we have to do it right.
Love you!!!

Happy New Year 2018!!!

 Image from Pixabay.com

"The Waves
Like the years
Keep rolling in
And on.
The Wind
On the water
Like time on life
Pushes to the shore
To the point
From which 
I dive
Into another one

Happy here I come "
Penned by Andrew Bynoe, a local supermarket owner

Wow, I can't believe it's a brand new year already....can you?   Where did 2017 go?
It went quickly by in a  blur for me.
So much stuff I had on my plate to accomplish....some was done and some was not.
I am looking forward to this new year with loaded anticipation, a renewed spirit and an optimistic outlook for the future.
Another year to make things right with the world.....our world....our home.
Let us be kind to one another and look for the best in others.
Continue to bring happiness into the lives of others and do the right thing.
Always be thankful for there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for.....ALWAYS.....no matter how small.
Another year of life....be thankful for the blessings.

And so I dive into another year accompanied by my sidekick BrownBerts...I expect great things.
Happy New Year!!!