St. John state of mind

Writing about St. John yesterday put me in mind to start thinking about the trip. What better way to share those thoughts than with some of the myriad of videos other SJ lovers have posted on youtube? 

First, here are a couple of videos of a drive around the island. One thing you will notice, after you realize that they drive on the left hand side of the road, is that there is virtually no traffic! You do occasionally see cars out, and there are cars parked at the beaches during the day and outside of the various restaurants and bars in the evening, but “traffic” would be an immense overstatement. It is probably a good thing that there is so little traffic, because that makes the switch to the left quite a bit easier. There are really only a couple of main roads on the island, which hook up and essentially become one road going out to the far end where we stay.

Here are a couple of pictures of La Bella Villa, the house we have been renting for a number of years. It is a modest sized house but it suits us very well. It is far enough off the main road to be very quiet, but not so far as to be unpaved or otherwise tricky to drive. We especially love the outdoor shower, which was cleverly constructed to allow for privacy.

Next, I have attached a video of Sloop Jones, who creates wearable art. I have quite a few pieces, not only of clothing but of artwork and throw pillows. The shirts I bought in years past are in larger sizes, so I am anxious to buy one or two new ones.

Last, here are some links to the web pages of some of our favorite bars on St. John. These are low key, sort of grungy places, where you can sit and relax and listen to music. No one there is winning Grammy awards, but the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, perfect for St. John.

Shipwreck Landing

Island Blues

Skinny Legs Coral Bay St John

It is supposed to be wickedly cold this Tuesday, but hopefully we will make it to MSKCC for my scans and visit with Dr. Deangelis. And hopefully we will not learn anything that will interfere with our plans to leave next Sunday. I am finally letting myself get excited!

Have a wonderful weekend.

Love,

Rebecca