Our big news is that Dan McDaid, who has been working with us for a little over 2 years now, has been offered a job at the animal shelter. He has been volunteering there for a year. His new job sounds like it will be very interesting, & we wish him the best. I’m sure those of you who have met Dan will miss his smiling face, but, remember, this is a small island. Chances are that you may meet him out & about.  We will be seeing him & his wife every Sunday for our weekly walk on a beach with all our dogs. So, if you’d like an update, we’ll be happy to share any news we have.

The big news on the island is that Captain Morgan Rum is coming! Aaargh! Governor De Jong has signed a deal with the parent company, Diago, & they are moving their distillery to St. Croix! This will give the island 40 jobs, & millions in tax revenue! They are to sign a 30 year commitment. To entice them here, they got a good deal. We believe that Cruzan Rum will be offered a similar deal. Between the 2 companies, they supply 30% of the world’s rum. This is very big news! Good job, Governor De Jong! You are making a difference in St. Croix!

The Year of the Reef continues! On St. Croix, there was a big beach party with lots of good food, great music, activities for children, & a clean up. Everyone had a fantastic time – locals & tourists alike. We informed our renters of the event, & several of them joined in the festivities. If you are interested in the Year of the Reef, celebrations taking place around the world, or information about what you can do to participate in The Year of the Reef, to to the official web site, www.iyor.org.

The Christiansted bypass is still under construction. It was supposed to be ready to be paved in July. They still could make the deadline, but it looks unlikely to my untrained eye. The construction has caused a lot of noise & dust, but it will be very nice when it’s completed. I think of firetrucks & ambulances trying to get to the East End through the downtown traffic. This bypass will help facilitate their speed. Many of the downtown streets will connect with it, so it could change the flow of traffic for all of us, & make it easier to get around. 

 The proposed large hotels are still only proposed. There are 3 being discussed. Many people ask me about this, so I will keep you updated.

Hurricane season is upon us. It was a dry spring which can increase the likelihood of a hurricane. We’ve had occasional showers which may help to lower the temperature of the water, which can decrease the likelihood of a hurricane. I talk with people who’ve lived here for years & years, & they do not agree.  I’m really not sure what to expect. We buy additional supplies, & hope for the best.

Personally, we are trying to complete repairs on our house. We have much to do prior to this next high season. But, we still take time to go to the beach with Carla twice a week, read, relax when we can, & stare at the lovely Carribbean waters. Sometimes we’ve tried counting the different hues of blue. It’s so lovely that we get entranced, & loose count. It’s best to just gaze & admire!

Have a wonderful summer, everyone, & come back to visit beautiful St. Croix! There’s always lots to do, or nothing to do!

Chris & Christie Powers, Kingsley Roberts, & Simone Thomas

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