Photo Gallery 1 - My Island Home

Photo courtesy of La Haut Plantation

Photo courtesy of La Haut Plantation

Photo courtesy of Hotel Chocolat
























A tiny taster of some of the wonderful views on my island home of ST LUCIA.  My camera is always with me so I have many more to share. In the meantime, I would ask that you respect that these are my own personal photos (except where acknowledged). If you wish to copy or download, please do let me know - thanks : ))

14 comments:

  1. Chili11 December 2011 at 08:11

    These pictures are magnificant as is the island. I feel like I'm there through these pics! Very realistic.

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  2. Girl Tornado15 January 2012 at 11:22

    Indeed, your photos are marvelous.... I too, feel like I am there... I can almost feel the warmth of the sun on my face. :-)

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  3. The Happy Hippy15 January 2012 at 11:30

    Thank you Oz Girl - I have many more to add. Weather is a little cooler today but still a fab 28c.

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  4. Anonymous6 February 2012 at 18:45

    Your photos make me want to visit! I'm so happy you took the leap and are living your dream, we are working toward the same goal ourselves :)

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  5. The Happy Hippy6 February 2012 at 18:54

    Thank you so much Britni - like all places, it has great parts and frustrating parts, but overall it's all good. I'm just enjoying every day that comes my way. I'll be watching your progress with interest and wish you all the best in attaining your own dream - it will happen, I can tell just by reading your blog that you will make it so : ))

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  6. Unknown3 May 2012 at 14:20

    Gosh so much beauty surrounds you. I am pleased to see your photos and can't wait to see more.

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    1. The Happy Hippy3 May 2012 at 15:34

      Thank you bakingbard - it is a rather special spot. I just popped to the grocery store, and had to stop and watch the sea for a moment, which was glistening and twinkling as though it has a million diamonds floating on it. : )
      I actually need to make more time for the blog - the FB page seems to have taken over my life! : )

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  7. Woodpecker7 May 2012 at 12:46

    Hi, quite an interesting blog you put up here!
    Do you have a kind of an entry-post where I can read more about your story?
    Regards,
    Woodpecker

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    1. The Happy Hippy7 May 2012 at 13:42

      Hi there Woodpecker - thanks for visiting.
      Unlike you, I am not so methodical, with a clearly defined account #1, 2, 3....of how I came to be here.
      I had a "good job" and nice life, but often felt that something was missing and was sure that life should be, well...just "better".
      I have been close to being bankrupt/insolvent after a huge financial settlement that I voluntarily made to my ex-husband when we were divorced, but manage to regain some financial stability in the years thereafter.
      A number of circumstances (almost like the alignment of planets) converged in May 2007. At this time, everything seemed very clear, and I knew what I wanted to do. It doesn't mean I will continue to do what I do, forever - but for now this is working just fine.
      Maybe one day I will write a full account of how and why I came to be here. In the meantime, perhaps this post will give a litte insight? If there is something specific you want to know, let me know and if I feel able, I will respond. http://vonniethehappyhippy.blogspot.com/2011/12/christmas-reflections.html

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  8. Unknown29 April 2013 at 15:33

    Such beauty around you! Would be wonderful to wake up in your shoes! <3 every single photo you share with us! These are gorgeous too! Just want to say thank you! Enjoy your island home! We do! (':

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    1. The Happy Hippy29 April 2013 at 20:26

      Thank you so very much Jo for the kind words. I'm so pleased that my photos and ramblings bring some virtual sunshine to your day and a smile. Mission accomplished! :)

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  9. Julie East Design10 August 2013 at 10:42

    What a lovely blog, I've so much enjoyed reading it! My husband is one of those commuters you mention in your narrative - I don't know how he does it, Harpenden to London. For the first time he has had the opportunity to work from an office in Palma, Mallorca. We packed the car back at the start of July and headed south with our two dogs. We've had a wonderful summer here but have to head home in three weeks time. We dream of how we could make a home for ourselves here, living a much simpler life which would involve growing our own. Your blog is inspiring, thank you!

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    1. The Happy Hippy10 August 2013 at 10:52

      Hi Julie - thank you so very much for visiting the blog and taking time to comment. As you can see, I'm not very good at keeping it up to date and often think I won't bother any more, but just getting one message like yours from time to time is sufficient motivation to keep going.
      I have no doubt that you and your husband will find a way to make your dream come true. All too often we stay put because it's easier, and it's what we know. It doesn't mean that our new life won't come with it's own trials, but if in the end we can wake up in the morning and be truly thankful and happy, then in my view it must be worth taking a chance.
      I wish you well in your adventure - there's no right or wrong road, just different outcomes.
      I do also post random nonsense (and some occasional wisdom, shared from others) on the happy Hippy FB page if you fancy visiting.
      In the meantime, wishing you all the best. x
      https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Happy-Hippy/269710913099463?ref=tn_tnmn

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    2. The Happy Hippy10 August 2013 at 10:56

      I just realised that I actually follow your FB page, and very jealous that you are able to get so many wonderful fabrics - something I just can't get here - but hey, I did say that I had left all that behind...but the house would look great with some curtains!! LOL

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