May 29, 2009 7:40 AM
Back on Roatán! It's so good to be back in this heat and swiming and
diving! The big news is the 7.1 quake that scared the hell out of
everyone. This was the biggest the island has felt! To quote P.J.
Roundtree owner of Coconut Tree Divers, "I thought I ain't scared of
nothin. But now I know I'm scared of earthquakes!"
The quake hit at 2:15 or so. I was getting tossed about in bed all
over the place. I think I had incorperated it into a dream when
Annemarie said my name and I woke up. The whole place was jolting back
and forth a few feet it seemed it was difficult to stand and walk. My
first instinct was to look out the window and see what the f was going
on. I didn't even have my glasses on! So for the second I peered out I
saw blackness and realized it was a major earthquake. I turn to look
and see how things are in the apartment and see Annemarie in the
doorway so run and join her. Then I see Lauren my roommate come to her
door way. It stopped! We were all ok! Our hearts were pounding as
adrenaline was flowing through our bodies. It lasted from about 8-25
seconds.
I surveyed the apartment. No damage at all, like nothing happened. I
walked onto the porch to listen as see if I can hear how the neighbors
are doing. There was lots of glass smashing and things falling during
the trembling of the earth . I could hear a woman screaming in panic.
And then she stopped. I could her people talking and making sure there
family and neighbors were all safe and ok. Children were crying in
there houses and I could her babies screaming. I stood on my front
porch looking and listening trying to figure out what to do next.
Then it hit me, Tsunami?! This would be the perfect instance for one
to have been created. Then I recalled a loud grumbling almost like
thunder that lasted a good 5-10seconds right after the quake stopped.
Could this sound indicate that ground zero was on the main land? What
the hell do I know about this! So I listened and watched. Thinking how
I would know. I thought this was huge! If the quake originated in the
sea the wave would have struck by now, right?
My heart was still pounding. I could hear people getting their
families together and going to the hill. A spot where it seemed high
enough not to be hit my a tsunami. I listened. Some people were
staying. I listened. I had this feeling that everything was going to
be alright. I kept my thoughts to myself while I tried to calm
Annemarie and convince her that the worst was over. The after shocks
started to hit. They were big it seemed, you could feel the earth
quiver then stop. This has been happening what seems like hourly ever
since.
But life goes on almost uneffected.
The next day everyone had the scary stories. We all shared them and
luckily were a me to laugh out our fears. Many people including my
self still had no news as to what the aftermath was or anything for
that matter.
Friday, May 29, 2009
USA
May 26, 2009 3:39 PM
Hola! It been a week or so... And it's been about two weeks sence I
left Honduras. I'm back now!
This visit to the USA was great! I got to see Anna tie the knot and go
on a hike through a lava river cave in Bend Oregon. The I spent a few
day in New Hampshire going through my belongings before my parents
move out of NH for good. The house and the lake will be missed. Then I
ended my trip back in Boston with my favorite Chinese food joint in
Bostons Cbinatown, Hong Kong Eatery. The food there is so good and
priced just right. Although it does lack ambiance. But it does have
the Hong Kong authenticity. It's decorated with picture of Hong Kong
throughout the last century as it grew into a busy metropolis. And I
got to see a movie, Terminatir Salvation, which I need to see again to
form a better opinion cause it really wasn't that good. It seemed very
similar to it predecesors. I hear I need to see Star Trek. So that's
on the list but won't see that unless I take a trip to the mainland.
So now I sit in the smelly cigar bar in the San Pedro Sula airport
waiting for my bus. Annemarie has taken a walk around to get out of
this smokie place, not sure if I'll ever see her again.
We spent last night in Miami and checked out Miami Beach. Which was a
very agressive place it seemed. Guys walking around harrasing every
girl they saw. I even saw some guys sit down at a table of two girls
and begin chatting with them and eating their food! Messed up! The
girls weren't into it. But still did nothing dramatic to end the
situation. Anyway it just didn't seem like a place I would enjoy
spending an extended period of time. And a friend of mine couldn't
even make a 40 minute drive to see me! Guess that's Miami for ya.
But back to Honduras... So we wait for the bus to La Ceiba for the
night then take the ferry to Roatán in the morning.
We are thinking about renting a scooter and touring the island. I
haven't seen the east end of it yet so I'm excited for the adventure.
More to come...
Hola! It been a week or so... And it's been about two weeks sence I
left Honduras. I'm back now!
This visit to the USA was great! I got to see Anna tie the knot and go
on a hike through a lava river cave in Bend Oregon. The I spent a few
day in New Hampshire going through my belongings before my parents
move out of NH for good. The house and the lake will be missed. Then I
ended my trip back in Boston with my favorite Chinese food joint in
Bostons Cbinatown, Hong Kong Eatery. The food there is so good and
priced just right. Although it does lack ambiance. But it does have
the Hong Kong authenticity. It's decorated with picture of Hong Kong
throughout the last century as it grew into a busy metropolis. And I
got to see a movie, Terminatir Salvation, which I need to see again to
form a better opinion cause it really wasn't that good. It seemed very
similar to it predecesors. I hear I need to see Star Trek. So that's
on the list but won't see that unless I take a trip to the mainland.
So now I sit in the smelly cigar bar in the San Pedro Sula airport
waiting for my bus. Annemarie has taken a walk around to get out of
this smokie place, not sure if I'll ever see her again.
We spent last night in Miami and checked out Miami Beach. Which was a
very agressive place it seemed. Guys walking around harrasing every
girl they saw. I even saw some guys sit down at a table of two girls
and begin chatting with them and eating their food! Messed up! The
girls weren't into it. But still did nothing dramatic to end the
situation. Anyway it just didn't seem like a place I would enjoy
spending an extended period of time. And a friend of mine couldn't
even make a 40 minute drive to see me! Guess that's Miami for ya.
But back to Honduras... So we wait for the bus to La Ceiba for the
night then take the ferry to Roatán in the morning.
We are thinking about renting a scooter and touring the island. I
haven't seen the east end of it yet so I'm excited for the adventure.
More to come...
Saturday, May 16, 2009
State Side
May 14, 2009 10:02 AM
Being back state side has been ablazt so far. To touch on a subject
that I'm sure all my readers have thought about, my spelling. I
apologize for the horrendous spelling but that's just the way it's
going to be until I get an editor. As for the random disorder of
thoughs that's just the way it's going to be also. So sit back relax
and deal with it. Enjoy the photos and stories.
Back to the writing just needed a little diclamer of sorts in there.
Boston was great! It was amazing to see all u guys and get a chance to
catch up a little. For those of you I wasn't able to see on this trip
I will be back before I leave a make a point to see u all congrates to
those that are newly engadged and those that have offspring now. Time
flies by and all we have of the past are our memories and photos for
the most part.
The energy in Boston is always radiant with two huge sports teams with
two huge wins! Not that I really care but it does feel good to see it
happen a feel part of it all.
The bars were off the hook with cheers and songs. People whipping
there team colours around and strutting around in their jerseys.
I got about an hours rest before getting up and grabbing a can to the
airport. Matt thanks for the effort next time if your not making moves
in back allies with u know who u can get me to the airport.
I'm now driving through Oregon from Portland to Bend after an amazing
stay at my Uncles house where we had the best burgers ever! I
definitly felt the energy flowing through my viens. It's been a long
few months with out good beef.
I really enjoyed meeting my uncles family/roommates. Maybe one day I
will teach them to Scuba.
Just got into Redman when we will pick up my bro.
Out!
Being back state side has been ablazt so far. To touch on a subject
that I'm sure all my readers have thought about, my spelling. I
apologize for the horrendous spelling but that's just the way it's
going to be until I get an editor. As for the random disorder of
thoughs that's just the way it's going to be also. So sit back relax
and deal with it. Enjoy the photos and stories.
Back to the writing just needed a little diclamer of sorts in there.
Boston was great! It was amazing to see all u guys and get a chance to
catch up a little. For those of you I wasn't able to see on this trip
I will be back before I leave a make a point to see u all congrates to
those that are newly engadged and those that have offspring now. Time
flies by and all we have of the past are our memories and photos for
the most part.
The energy in Boston is always radiant with two huge sports teams with
two huge wins! Not that I really care but it does feel good to see it
happen a feel part of it all.
The bars were off the hook with cheers and songs. People whipping
there team colours around and strutting around in their jerseys.
I got about an hours rest before getting up and grabbing a can to the
airport. Matt thanks for the effort next time if your not making moves
in back allies with u know who u can get me to the airport.
I'm now driving through Oregon from Portland to Bend after an amazing
stay at my Uncles house where we had the best burgers ever! I
definitly felt the energy flowing through my viens. It's been a long
few months with out good beef.
I really enjoyed meeting my uncles family/roommates. Maybe one day I
will teach them to Scuba.
Just got into Redman when we will pick up my bro.
Out!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Beantown!
May 12, 2009 10:50 AM
It's hard to believe I'm sitting in Boston Common right now! It's a
magnificant spring or is it summer day. The birds are chirping the sun
shining and the sirens ringing. City life!
Sipping on a Starbucks latte remenising the life I once had here. Not
missing it as I watch people rush by with tough faces and not one
person actknowledging another. It's amazing how you can feel invisible
in a crowed of people. No one sees anyone else but themselves and
their mission at hand. The focus is inspireing and scary.
I have plans to hit up the Hong Kong Eatery for lunch then hopefuly a
movie. Tonight I will atempt to make my rounds to say hello to old
friends and friendly booze slingers around town.
Last night I got a chance to hit up Beantown Pub and whoop Dougies
butt at a quick game of billiards. Then to Fanuel Hall to The Point to
see Matty H my old Southie roomy. After that it was over to Porters
for a pint. Back for only a few hours and I had already seen half my
favorite joints. Lovin life.
It's hard to believe I'm sitting in Boston Common right now! It's a
magnificant spring or is it summer day. The birds are chirping the sun
shining and the sirens ringing. City life!
Sipping on a Starbucks latte remenising the life I once had here. Not
missing it as I watch people rush by with tough faces and not one
person actknowledging another. It's amazing how you can feel invisible
in a crowed of people. No one sees anyone else but themselves and
their mission at hand. The focus is inspireing and scary.
I have plans to hit up the Hong Kong Eatery for lunch then hopefuly a
movie. Tonight I will atempt to make my rounds to say hello to old
friends and friendly booze slingers around town.
Last night I got a chance to hit up Beantown Pub and whoop Dougies
butt at a quick game of billiards. Then to Fanuel Hall to The Point to
see Matty H my old Southie roomy. After that it was over to Porters
for a pint. Back for only a few hours and I had already seen half my
favorite joints. Lovin life.
Leaving SAP
May 11, 2009 12:15 PM
I'm now waiting for my flight in SAP. Should be in Beantown tonight
for a few beers with my Boston Crew. Miss u guys!
The phone I recieved from my dream girl just fn broke! I was going to
make some calls before my departure but now I'm just sitting waiting g
and writing. Tourists roam around me as if they're lost. Some heading
home others on to continue their holidays. I feel as though I'm going
on holiday.
I spent the night in San Pedro Sula where I bumped into a group of
Hong Kong Chinese from England that were diving with us the past week.
I was there Dive Master on a number of dives. They were fun to hang
with and chat about Hong Kong. One of them is a Cathay flight
attendent that flies back and forth from HKG to London weekly. I think
there parents live in the New Teritories.
Made me home sick for Hong Kong and for good Chinese food.
As I travel around the States I have my reading to do and when I
return I will Finnish up my Dive Master training exames and if
possible continue to instructor. From there who knows, Caymans, US
virgin Islands, live aboard in the indo-pacific. This the life and
career I have been looking for just need to make it happen now! See
some of u soon.
Out!
I'm now waiting for my flight in SAP. Should be in Beantown tonight
for a few beers with my Boston Crew. Miss u guys!
The phone I recieved from my dream girl just fn broke! I was going to
make some calls before my departure but now I'm just sitting waiting g
and writing. Tourists roam around me as if they're lost. Some heading
home others on to continue their holidays. I feel as though I'm going
on holiday.
I spent the night in San Pedro Sula where I bumped into a group of
Hong Kong Chinese from England that were diving with us the past week.
I was there Dive Master on a number of dives. They were fun to hang
with and chat about Hong Kong. One of them is a Cathay flight
attendent that flies back and forth from HKG to London weekly. I think
there parents live in the New Teritories.
Made me home sick for Hong Kong and for good Chinese food.
As I travel around the States I have my reading to do and when I
return I will Finnish up my Dive Master training exames and if
possible continue to instructor. From there who knows, Caymans, US
virgin Islands, live aboard in the indo-pacific. This the life and
career I have been looking for just need to make it happen now! See
some of u soon.
Out!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Another Page Turns
May 10, 2009 10:15 PM
Hello all. Not sure who all is any more, friends family and just quiet
readers. It's been a few weeks that I haven't updated my adventures.
Right now I'm comfortably laying in a hammock in San Pedro Sula
reflecting on the last few weeks. It is hard to avoid a good time on
Roatán. If your not looking for one a good time will find you. It
takes a lot of effort to hide out and it didn't always work.
As my usual day goes I dive a few times a day then grab a beer and see
where the night goes.
I just finnished up assisting on a rescue course. This is super
challenging physicaly and mentaly for the students. As they are
bombarded with rescue situations left and right to force perceptual
narrowing we can see how well they may react to an incedent. This was
fun and challenging for me as well. I for the most part was acting as
the victim in panic situations and unconsious diver incedents.
This fun yet challenging week was lightened by the chance meeting of a
fun drop dead bangin broad that seemed to have come straight out of my
dreams as I was woken one night by her and her partner in crazyness.
They had gained access from Brandon. It was a start to a romance that
I never expected. Although it may only be a quick memory in time she
will always be remembered by being one of the only girls I never
minded following every comand. Maybe one day we will meet again.
Hardly likely but you never know what life can and will throw in your
face. I can only hope.
Later in the week we took a trip to West Bay where we did a bit of
snorkeling and skin diving. I reach my record to date of 50 feet. I
was under the direct supervision of a mermaid so although I was not
physicaly 100% for the dives I pushed myself to my limits. I'm
confident I will reach 60 feet the next time out.
After the intence skindiving session we reenacted a few cheesy dance
moves in the water. It was cute to the point I will never forget.
As I become a faint memory in the sea of her adventures I will always
remember her sexy smile and strong smart yet cute demeanor.
As Brandon said this morning as I left the apartment "another page
turns".
So the adventure continues.
Hello all. Not sure who all is any more, friends family and just quiet
readers. It's been a few weeks that I haven't updated my adventures.
Right now I'm comfortably laying in a hammock in San Pedro Sula
reflecting on the last few weeks. It is hard to avoid a good time on
Roatán. If your not looking for one a good time will find you. It
takes a lot of effort to hide out and it didn't always work.
As my usual day goes I dive a few times a day then grab a beer and see
where the night goes.
I just finnished up assisting on a rescue course. This is super
challenging physicaly and mentaly for the students. As they are
bombarded with rescue situations left and right to force perceptual
narrowing we can see how well they may react to an incedent. This was
fun and challenging for me as well. I for the most part was acting as
the victim in panic situations and unconsious diver incedents.
This fun yet challenging week was lightened by the chance meeting of a
fun drop dead bangin broad that seemed to have come straight out of my
dreams as I was woken one night by her and her partner in crazyness.
They had gained access from Brandon. It was a start to a romance that
I never expected. Although it may only be a quick memory in time she
will always be remembered by being one of the only girls I never
minded following every comand. Maybe one day we will meet again.
Hardly likely but you never know what life can and will throw in your
face. I can only hope.
Later in the week we took a trip to West Bay where we did a bit of
snorkeling and skin diving. I reach my record to date of 50 feet. I
was under the direct supervision of a mermaid so although I was not
physicaly 100% for the dives I pushed myself to my limits. I'm
confident I will reach 60 feet the next time out.
After the intence skindiving session we reenacted a few cheesy dance
moves in the water. It was cute to the point I will never forget.
As I become a faint memory in the sea of her adventures I will always
remember her sexy smile and strong smart yet cute demeanor.
As Brandon said this morning as I left the apartment "another page
turns".
So the adventure continues.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Happy Birthday Coconut Tree Divers!
April 20, 2009 10:33 PM
Coconut Tree Divers had their 5th Birthday Bash. I went on the morning
dives then opon return we promptly closed up shop and then everone
packed onto CTD's boats for a trip to West Bay where we partied the
day away in the water and the bright Caribean sun. I think I sat in
the water for a few hours straight! It was a good 4:20 party!
Coconut Tree Divers had their 5th Birthday Bash. I went on the morning
dives then opon return we promptly closed up shop and then everone
packed onto CTD's boats for a trip to West Bay where we partied the
day away in the water and the bright Caribean sun. I think I sat in
the water for a few hours straight! It was a good 4:20 party!
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