11 October 2008

Back in Jamaica Part IV

















Bird went to the Birds again. One of my favorite stops in Jamaica is the Rocklands Bird Sanctuary. An old lady that had lived in the UK settled back in Jamaica when she was pensioned. She used to talk to the bird and fed them sugared water and seeds. The birds, including the national bird (the doctor bird humming bird) gradually became tame enough to sit on her finger and drink. When the old lady passed away the estate was handed down to the Rockland Bird Sanctuary foundation. Jamaican school kids go there and learn about the nature in their country. It is also open to tourists. This is one of those places on Earth where I feel totally at home. It is as revealing (or releiving, as you wish) as the dolphin swim for many. We headed back afterwards and passed by the Rasta restaurant for food. That was really quite and experience, walking down an alley way to God knows where. To ensure our safety I meandered through there paying my respect to anyone who want to be respected. Dinner was great and we also tried some natural juices.

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