Hi!!
You know...people ask me why do you go back to Jamaica to Silver Sands villas every year? If they only knew what I know about Silver Sands. (Some also say that ignorance is bliss...lol)
But Seriously.
If anyone is looking for a get away, far from the resort kind of living, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, far away from the crowds, so close to beautiful sands and an awesome tropical breeze-from a big mango tree in the back yard to morning conversations around the breakfast table ( like at home), Silver Sands is the perfect place. Beautiful mountainside homes, beautiful people from the island-my friends, are what I like the most. I get healing, relaxation, clarity, and just plain rest when I'm there. (I so miss it right now!)
It is a privilege and honor (to me) to have someone, anyone cater to me. I have so much respect and definitely don't take that kind of service for granted.
Dasley and Kerry-what a wonderful pair of women! I've had ackee and saltfish before. I've had oxtails and lobster before. AND Never did I think that I would go to Jamaica to get the best mac and cheese in the universe!! lol Dessert became a 2 in the morning snack- from muffins to banana breads and brownies. I gained the weight I lost to get in that bikini! (Well worth it though)
The Fisherman brought us fresh lobster and fish and we also went to the open market in Falmouth for fresh vegetables and other things. (go to Falmouth for the best conversion)
Side Note: I've been to Silver Sands 3 times prior but this was my first go round as party leader. In the past, all I had to do was pay and not worry about any of the responsibilities of a party leader. But this was my vacation too!!
We tried to hook-up with Errol to go snorkeling and boating but the weather didn't always permit. Don't get me wrong. I loved the rain in Jamaica especially when sitting under the Mango tree! In the hammock!! OMG next to the pool!!! IN JAMAICA.
I know...I know. I do get excited thinking about it.
One of the things I don't mind is taking my time walking down to the beach. Even though it was only a week that we stayed, the steps were great exercise. The scenery is perfect, the flowers- amazing, the architecture , the humming birds... i had a chance to hear the wings...i've never felt a vibration in my ear like that before, it was incredible.
One thing I hadn't seen before were the abundance of butterflies that Jamaica has on their roads when it rains. I'm assuming it was the rain that brought them out because it hadn't rained in the past visits. Another beautiful site to see.
I've visited different homes in Silver Sands but Beach Haven wins hands down! The experience was great and the people are wonderful. There is a true spirit of humility and respect, and honor that I have not felt on this level in all of my travels.
Thanks Angella and my friends from Mysilversands!!
Gail Watkins
NJ, USA
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