EXCURSION!

Grandma disembarking at Leguan dock

despite the shitty weather and constant threats (and delivery) of torrential rain, we decided to venture out to an island called Leguan (LEG-WAN).  it is situated in the mouth of the Essequibo river, which is by far the biggest river i have ever seen.  it looks like a lake. it's the most massive non-lake, non-ocean body of water i have ever come in contact with.

Grandma (Joan) waiting for the speedboat at Parika Harbour

we took the bus there. we are being driven around and escorted by two really awesome guys, Rudy and Rohan.  they are funny, typically Caribbean men.  love making jokes, gently at other people's expense.  they love food.  they love their families.  and they love taking care of guests.  so we have had lovely company from knowledgeable and courteous dudes all week.

Rohan and Rudy (with peace sign)

overall the day was full of amazing things.  we ate mango off the tree (i discovered i am a terrible mango catcher, once Rohan started knocking them down with a stick). we visited old schools, had lunch at the home of a friend's relatives, walked into an abandoned church (inhabited only by goats) and saw live crabs in a sack. i don't know why that last one tickled me so hysterically, but i thought it was awesome. video to follow someday.

we are home now at the hotel, will eat a little and then sleep. tomorrow a few of us will venture out on the same river again but for a full day's excursion deeper into the interior by boat.  i will finally get to swim. and there will be more photos, hopefully, if i make it back alive and if i am not too tired!