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11/28/2005: "Back from the scruffy little island"

So we're back from Belize. It was wonderful, thanks for asking!

Caye Caulker was utterly fantastic. We had a rustic house (more like a cabin or upscale shack) right by the sea with wonderful views of the reef, local wildlife, the night sky and a picturesque, well-worn pier all to ourselves. Our place was fairly isolated - we were on the other side of the reserve from Front Street, where most of the restaurants, bars and shops are located. The 5 minute bicycle ride/10 minute walk was quite nice, once you got used to the sound of lizards rushing into the woods during the day as you approached and crabs defensively scuttling away at night.

Despite a few snags, the trip was wonderful and I would not be opposed to visiting Belize/Caye Caulker again someday. Food... people... attitude... scenery... it's all there! Pictures should be up tonight @ http://photos.yahoo.com/sauceemary/

Are we glad to be home? Definitely.

Last night, I dreamt that I was on the beach swimming and what not and then something weird happened, as often does in dreams, and I awoke. When I awoke I heard the sound of a dog collar near the bed. I reached out into the darkness and there was a dog next to the bed! I immediately sat up and woke Molly - "Turn on the light! I think there's a dog in here!!!"

Molly turned on the light and there were two dogs in the room - our two Golden Retrievers. I wasn't in Belize at our shack on the beach, but at home in my own bed with my two dogs sleeping nearby.

Do I miss Caye Caulker? Yup.