Out and About on the Island

I did have a slow start to the day but decided to leave beaches alone and head up the island, with my camera. I had to get some cash at the bank - that's an hour of my life I'll never get back! The  queues in the banks here are crazy! I also managed to pick a teller who was in a bad mood and made me write my name, address and telephone number on every single cheque. I've never had to that before!
So, after that big waste of time it was nearly lunch time - so I headed up to Earthworks at Edgehill. Had an interesting moment when a truck ahead of me shed one of it's load of used tyres - which bounced down the road in my direction. Ever resourceful, I asked myself how the 'Highway Code' would suggest I deal with the situation, and treated it as a moving roundabout! No damage done - phew!
Edgehill has to be one of my favourite parts of the island - so cool and breezy, with an amazing view down to the coast. 

If you know the island, you can easily make out the Hilton Hotel, which sits at the end of Carlisle Beach, my favourite place to lie in the sun. I promise myself that if I ever win the lottery, I will have someone build me a house at Edgehill.

At Earthworks, Tree Tops Cafe do a really good Bajan lemonade  and I always like the fish cakes there too. Look at my wonderful lunch with a view! Note the cheeky bird looking for a share!


I checked in with Hendy on how the batik silk is doing for my Mum. It was just finishing the final painting stage, ready to dry. Here's the artist at work on the silk!

My wrap is still drying out prior to boiling the wax off - can't wait to see the colours properly, once the wax has gone.When I posted yesterday I don't think my link to his website worked - fingers crossed I get it right this time..
www.batikartbarbados.com

Popped into Earthworks pottery to get 2 mugs and a plate to add to my collection. I use them every day at home and love the bright colours that remind me of the Caribbean.  Lovely stuff!
http://www.earthworks-pottery.com/

No plans for this evening but I fancy eating in a restaurant.
Sad news of the day is that McBride's in St. Lawrence Gap has closed down. That is one place I usually go each holiday - they did a lovely garlicky cream shrimp dish. It is also one of my best memories on the island - my friend celebrated her birthday while we were on holiday many years ago. I called ahead and McBride's presented her with a huge birthday cake,  and the karaoke was hilarious. Going to miss the place.
BKBx