Evolution of an Island Writer
Looking in from the outside, it must seem as if those of us lucky enough to reside in the Caribbean region are blessed. The sky is blue, the sea is warm, and the sun shines almost every day of the year. Though gazing out from the inside, it can be a different story...
Two Types of Island Girls
While we know we women are each as unique as a snowflake (or grain of sand, since we're talking island life here), socially, I've noticed there are two main types of island girls you see most often on a rock: the Fashionable Islander and the more Bohemian Islander. On...
Women Who Rock Their Rock: Meet Buki Cahane
With so many incredible women living in the tropics, often going unnoticed on their little islands by the rest of the world, I wanted to take the opportunity to share their stories here. This new series, Women Who Rock Their Rock, will feature island women in all...
Women Who Rock Their Rock: Meet Jenny Hawkes
Beyond the palm trees, white sand beaches, and curiously strong umbrella drinks, what truly makes our beloved tropical islands so enchanting are the islanders who call them home. With so many incredible women living in the tropics, often going unnoticed on their...
Post-Hurricane Life: When Crunched Metal Becomes the Norm
It has been a while since I've written anything, or have even felt inspired to do so. I think for most of us, it has taken some time - months, really - to get our heads on straight again after the IRMA Bitch (aka IRMA B.) ripped through our rocks in September 2017. On...
Island Odd Jobs: Skydiving in Saipan
A Leap Of Faith - From 14,000 Feet "Do you want to skydive in Saipan?" Most would reply, "Does it look like I have a death wish?" And then follow it up with, "Where the hell is Saipan?" I, too, had the same question. Most people have never even...
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