dear irene

August found me in dire need of a journey, but a journey to the Caribbean during hurricane season? We left Miami at dusk and flew around that hungry storm Irene, taking it wide to the south and west while lightening kindled the night. There were some interesting moments for sure.

But now we're here, and the storm's to the north. Phew. We brought snorkel gear, so nothing much to worry about beyond finding the best reefs. And avoiding the jellyfish. And running out of money...