In January of 2023 we took a few local trips around Aguadilla, Lares, Cabo Rojo, and more. In Lares we even stopped at the spot that we had at one point in time nearly bought! What nostalgia that brought up. So many moments of waiting, wishing and hoping for a life in Puerto Rico. And now we live it every day, albeit in a different area of Puerto Rico. 2023 marks a full 10 years since we made the giant leap to move our life completely. Interesting the twists and turns of fate and choice.
A cool spot in Aguadilla
Standing in front of what we used to call “Awilda’s” Place. The farm we nearly bought in Lares
Hacienda Rullan in Lares
Charco La Valentina in Lares
Rincon!
A new ice cream place in Rincon by the Marina called “Wabbles”
August 2022 was a little more chill as we didn’t take long trips but rather focused on local excursions such as to Anasco and other closeby spots. Lots of time was spent at home playing and growing.
After a very long lockdown, Puerto Rico is now officially back open for business. It is not quite “back to normal” but for all intents and purposes, we are finally coming out of lockdown. That is not the same as having a pandemic end, but at least the self-imposed torture of “quarantine” seems mostly over.
Masks are the newest fashion! haha Masks for Britton & my neighbor/friend Omayra
Poco a poco Puerto Rico has loosened the restrictions to the point that besides the masks and some rules in certain stores (checking temperatures, not allowing children inside) the happy island I know and love is pretty much back. We have been appreciating our newly returned freedoms by going to the beach, hiking, checking out new waterfalls and spending time with friends in small groups again. How much we have missed these simple pleasures of life. Where the hurricane days stripped away the physical comforts of electricity, communications, and even water service, during the lockdown we were fully connected to those things but lacked and very sorely missed our social and nature connections. The lockdown was like an inverse hurricane. I’m not sure which was worse, but I don’t wish either on anyone!
Beachside days
Fun in Rincon
Flamboyan season has been soo beautiful this year!
Aeden’s first school photo. Daycare will even be starting up again in July! yay!
Good times once again
Gozalandia falls and El Ultimo Brinco in Rincon
Fun trip to Adjuntas-even saw a blue flamboyan (jacaranda)!
We had a nice time in Adjuntas visitng Charco El Mango, a suspension bridge and some other sights until Britton suddenly felt ill and we had to return home. Turns out his car accident a month earlier and a genetic disposition for blood clots was not a good combination. He’s doing much better now thankfully!
Quick stop at Playa Tres Hermanos on Father’s Day
Our little boy is growing up so fast!
An easy waterfall that turned into an adventure: Salto Collazo
Just off the side of the road, but waaay down below we found the tallest waterfall we’ve ever seen. Salto Dona Carmen
Overall, we are very grateful for every day we get on this beautiful island and in this strange life of ours. Hope everyone else is doing as well.
