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Hi, my name is Victoria Grace Avara (Vickie for short) and welcome to my blog. This blog was written while I was stationed in Barbados for 4 years from 2008-2012. I would just write things down whenever I had the time. I would write about my experiences with living in a new country and a different culture. Please forgive my grammatical errors, but enjoy these posts that I wrote during this time. My husband and I dearly love the Island of Barbados and we hope to someday retire to this little island that we called home for 4 short and wonderful years of our life. I hope that you enjoy reading this blog.

Sincerely, Vickie Avara

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

I don't know


I don't know what type of tree this is - but, it is very old.  As you can see the base of the trunk is massive.  23 days until we leave our beloved island.  I went and visited with an elderly woman who lives in my set of condos this afternoon.  I will not state her name, but she is a Lady.  Meaning, her husband was knighted - and that automatically made her a Lady.   She is a very kind person.  She always gives, gives food to everyone in the condos.  I really like to sit and talk with her.  She is a wealth of information about the goings on of the island.

All that I am going to say is - that it is no different here than anywhere else in the world.  The rich people own all the land and businesses!  And, I think there could be a good book written called "Bajan Help".  (You know, like the book written called 'The Help')  There would be many amusing stories to tell and unfortunately some sad ones as well - I am sure of it.  I have been told that I should write a book - message me if you are willing to tell me your story!

Oh, and one more thing - I hear ALL the time how fat Americans are.  Actually, it is true.  Gary and I couldn't believe our eyes after we had lived in Europe for a while - and came back to the states to visit - it was shocking the difference in the average weight of people.  But, I will have to say - that it bothers me.  We Americans need to figure this thing out - and change it!

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