Crazy Hair Day

Susan the Iguana

Pirates week is fun week I have heard, but unfortunately Hurricane Paloma made it a rushed one. So instead of a week of fun filled activities, it was shortened to just a few days. There was a treasure chest scuba dive that was postponed, Heritage days for all the areas around the island, and a Pirate Invasion. A bunch of us headed out for the Pirate Invasion and it was a action packed day with an incredible mix of food, music, and fireworks.

Football

I thought that it would be neat to get out there and play football- aka soccer for us Americans- with my students. That is until I saw how rough they play and the amount of skill they have. I wasn't about to go out there and twist an ankle for the sake of getting into something they truly cannot live without. So, instead of sacrificing myself for the sake of my students- I sent in someone else, Brother Felix- a 21 year old youth pastor who played on the National Team...yep...that's how I roll. And yes- I do need to get a new camera--this one has gotten wet one too many times:(

The Beach

So for our break- we get three wonderful days off- the only bummer is that it has been overcast each and every day so far. Therefore, we are limited to our activities and have just wandered around the island trying to find things to do. On this exploration we found a beach ( I know, I know.... how strange is that?) with hermit crabs everywhere...so Eli, this one's for you buddy.

So this is Hell?

Crispin, Cristin & Kathleen

Plotting on how to scare some tourists.

Not too impressed- but whatever:)

After we attended our last staff development on Tuesday, a couple of us decided to go through the little part of grand Cayman called Hell. It was interesting to say the least...and instead of me trying to write what it's all about- I decided to cut and paste info:

There are certainly several versions to the story of how Hell got its name. Yet, most variations involve a local official seeing this strange limestone field for the first time and saying, "This is what Hell must look like." Scientists have recognized a large formation of such ancient coral - known as ironshore - covering most of the western half of Grand Cayman. Unfortunately, you won't be able to walk among the limestone formations. However, the viewing platforms grant you a bird's eye view of the sharp, blackened ironshore.