Snowbirds

The snowbirds are leaving the rainforest. They do this every year - back to the U.S., Canada and other destinations. But they'll be back next year. Meanwhile, this community shrinks to a mere shadow of it's former self. Social life is drastically curtailed and the rain visits upon us. The countryside is transformed as the rain paints the hills green and all the flora that have been dormant throughout the dry season are resurrected to restore the lush, green luxurious tropical veneer. This is, in my opinion, the most beautiful time of year here and I look forward to it.

My sister and brother-in-law left today to spend six months in Canada as they do each year. They will return in October.

I have resumed my morning walks after several days during which I have been down with the flu or, as it is known here, grippe. I don't know where I picked it up but it sure put me out of commission for several days. I stayed home so as not to share it with anyone. I got a lot of reading and sleeping done, at least. My energy level has not yet been restored but I am going back to my workout program today......that should help. I am delighted to report that I have lost fourteen pounds since I began.

By the time the snowbirds return, I will be a new man.