Hello Everybody!
Today was a bittersweet one, the one where you know you only have hours together instead of days but still smile and fit any conversation in about everything and nothing while sneaking extra tight hugs here and there instead of crying. Jes is the very best long distance bestie, one who has been here on this blog from its very start. We’ve said goodbye for now many times and it still never gets easier, but thankfully over the years we’ve perfected the art of the last day.
This morning Jes and I headed off to the town early to do some shopping along the way to our nail appointment, it was a very fitting day for a little extra pampering. Jersey is full of these really cute boutique stores and art shops, I had to constantly check the time, otherwise I could have browsed forever! Something peculiar about the city center is that there’s a giant toad on a column on which different crimes and their punishments are listed. Apparently the bailiff created an injunction which stated that all children were ordered to watch the public executions. Can you imagine how well behaved those classrooms must’ve been?
Jes picked my nail color and I’m obsessed with this summery hot coral pink! We took our manicures to the beach and swam in the sea. It was definitely colder than it looks! However, a granny went in after us and jumped right in. Not to be outshone, we jumped in after her, had momentary regret, and then immediately started swimming around to try and warm up. Lido was actually really cool because they walled off some of the beach so it felt like you were swimming in a giant pool but actually it was the ocean.
Pete cycled to us on his lunch break and we had yummy sandwiches with an ocean view. Honestly it’s hard to go anywhere without an ocean view on this island! Don’t get me wrong, my view at home is pretty great but it’s nothing compared to constantly being minutes from the beach…maybe island life could be for me after all?
You may have noticed my outfit change, and that’s because on our way back Jes noticed a huge hole in my shorts in the seam! We started cracking up and she immediately lent me her jacket and we had to make a pit stop at the apartment before carrying on to the ice cream cart. I wanted to have a Jersey ice cream cone before I left and they did not disappoint! The portion sizes were so generous for $4!! It was a supersized single, I really enjoyed my honey toffee while Jes had the classic strawberries and cream. We walked the entire harbor before we finished our cones! Just like the soft serve, Jersey ice cream is extra smooth and creamy, I wish I could’ve brought some home to you all. It really is something different and delicious!
We also got to admire all the murals along the way. This was our favorite and it was painted as a group project by a bunch of seniors from the art high school! I was super impressed, I can’t even paint like that on a good day, and definitely couldn’t cooperate enough with others in art to make such a seamless mural.
We moseyed home for another afternoon of crafting, which included Jes sewing up my romper, and me turning my jersey ring dish into a shell magnet because many of my shells didn’t stick to the air dried clay. Thankfully Jes and Pete’s projects turned out beautifully.
And just like that the day was over.
The next morning I lingered as long as possible with Jes in the airport, which is easy to do in an airport with only 2 working gates at a time. There wasn’t any security line and I got to enjoy one last coffee and chat with my bestie. I’m sad to say goodbye, but I also can’t wait to find out where our next reunion will be. Not going to lie, Mongolia is a strong contender, I guess only time will tell.
Now onto London to pick up mom and head on over to Budapest!
Sending you lots of love!
Carolyn
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