A Day without Plans

I had every intention of going to Carlisle Beach again today - but plans change!

I had a call from my friend, Hendy, who was passing my place - so he called in for a chat and a lime (which isn't fruit - it's Bajan chilling).
Hendy is a batik artist and the good news of the day that the wrap I asked him to paint (to match my new curve-making swimsuit) is at the boiling stage of the creative process. That means it's nearly finished. He's also painting some silk for my Mum, who wants to make a shirt for herself that will be unique. Check out Hendy's website www.batikartbarbados.com .I'm pretty tempted to do one of his one-day courses in batik....but I'm not holding out any hope that I'll be able to produce anything as pretty as he does.

So - Hendy went off to work and I went to Accra beach to lie down! The sea was really rough today at Accra, so I only risked a quick paddle. I treated myself to a strawberry daiquiri at Oasis Bar - these little huts at the edge of the beach are great - and the cocktail was just $15 Bds (£3). I was asked if I wanted strong or medium - I went 'medium' because it was only 3.30pm and I have standards!

While waiting at the bar, a local customer tells me I have a 'Bajan shape' and his hands describe an hour glass shape in the air. God I love this place!

Quote of the day

'Even the waves have rhythmn' - painted on a beach hut bar at Accra Beach.