I had a wonderful opportunity to fly over to the Bahamas.

This is my buddy, Joe. I have known him since 2005. he is a polit and he has been helping the Adventure Learning Centre for many years before I meet him. 

That's Mike (mechanic) walking towards the hanger. We are pretty much ready to fly over. 

This is the runway Joe uses. It right around the corner for his house. 

Okay there a couple of things we need to do before heading over to the Bahamas, first is stop at the Okeechobee Airport, here we will be doing three things. First fill up with gas ($6.16 a gallon). Then see the customs officer and then get some breakfast. 

This is the airport restaurant. We all ate something and now heading over to the Bahamas. 

Okay now we are ready to head over. This is Mike and Joe. 

Folks if you ever get a change to fly in a smaller plane, please do it a rush. Plus, you can see so much more when you are this close to the earth.  

It was a little longer ride than planned. Bahamas is repairing the main landing strip. So Joe had to take a run around the islands before we could land. 

But we are now landing. Thank you Jesus, looking at the fuel gauge we used a little more than normal. 

This was our main reason for coming over here. The last time we were here, Joe, Mike and I went and looked at this Jeep to see if it is a good investment? So, after we left in April, Mark went back to the guy and bought it. While I used to live here. We had a train to pull a cart around the back of the property and show the kids and anyone that wanted to see our wetlands. Plus, there are other things to see too. But during the year 2019-2020. COVD hit everywhere in the world. It really hurt the Bahamas for over 4 years, these islands were pretty much shut down. 

Unfortunately, during that time, there was a Bahamian that was overseeing the Adventure Learning Centre. all I know is it has taken these last two years to somewhat recover. 

The am not sure but pretty much everything was missing. Train, backhoe, four buses. all the animals. 

The best part is everything is it's replaceable. and has been happening because of 

Our Lord Jesus Christ is still in control. 

Okay back to the story, So, Joe and Mike looked at the Jeep and found the leak. It's a sending unit on the transmission or the rearend. 

Then they worked on the Shuttle Bus. The air conditioner has not been blowing clod air out. They put one can of freon in and then checked out Marks van. Pretty much did the same. But needed another hose that adapted to his van and the can of freon. So, I drove over the Regals Auto Part Store. There was, two different kinds of hose. I bought the cheaper one. Got back and found it didn't work. I drove back and get the other one and got back and it worked great. 

Then Mark brought is van over to the tent after we moved it out. Pulled the driver side tire and took a look to make sure Mark got the correct strut. Which it was. It took a little longer than planned. But by 4pm. we were done for the day. Sat around and talked a little more about what the next thing we will be doing. 

Okay these some people that live here in the Bahamas. 

From left to right, Kim (Mark's wife) (son) Adam. daughter (forgot her name) Mike on the righthand rear. Then Joe, Andrew and his wife Ashly (I think) 

We are eating at Twin Brothers Restaurant. The area is called Arawaki Cay. There are like 20 some restaurants along the canal near downtown Nassau. 

These are called quenepas.  The Bahamians love these. During the season, people sell them on road. 

This was worth the trip alone. This was my dinner.  

Here you can see how to eat the Quenepas. 

After leaving here, Joe asked me to drive home. Which I do enjoy driving during the day. While I lived there. I really did like driving at night. The reason is Bahamians drive on the lefthand side of the road. So,these cars and truck that come over here from the states. We drive on the righthand side. So, the Headlight are set up to look to the righthand side of the road. So, that means the headlights shine right into your eyes driving at night. 

Folks I will part two the next time. 

I am home now and have many more stories to share. 

BUT MY MAIN REASON FOR MY BLOG, IS TO SHARE THE LOVE OF JESUS CHRIST AND HOW HE LOVES EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. 

If at any time you want to talk with me. 

Please e mail me at tombahamas7@gmail.com 

I would love to hear from you.

 I LOVE YOU AND JUST TO LET YOU KNOW, HE LOVES YOU EVEN MORE. 

 

Jeanne and I found this nice restaurant about two months ago.

Yes, it is somewhat hard to see driving south on US 1/Savanna Cub Blvd. right hand side they have a big WHITE sign now saying Little Cup Cafe. So, keep your eyes open when getting close. I have driven by it before, looking for it. 

It's kind of small but it is worth the wait. Our waitress was Tracy. She is very friendly and helpful too. Sometimes I get a little confused and she is always willing to help us out.

I usually get the 2-2-2. 2 pancakes/2 eggs/2 bacons. Plus, I walk away full. My little girl gets. The Classics 2 eggs/toast/hash browns and ads bacon too. 

You can see you have a very nice selection to choose from. They only serve BREAKFAST AND LUNCH. It really is worth the trip.  

I believe you will walk away full and happy. It really a nice place to bring the family and friends

Okay, have I told you lately that Jesus Christ loves you and He wants to have a relationship with you and HE LOVES YOU VERY MUCH.

I really hope you try this place and tell Tracy, Tom and Jeanne said to say hello. 

 

 

On August 1st, Jeanne told me we have done this before, maybe I didn't go before?

 

Okay we are out here and watching the sunrise. We invited Krista, Kashlyn, Kaden, Christy, Eric and whoever wants to celebrate Jake's birthday. I sorry to say he passed away on December 9th 2023. 

While Jake was living on the Intercoastal (Indian River Drive) for a few years. Each morning he would take a picture of the sunrising in his front room. So, his mom always thinking about how he loved the sunrises. So, I guess since his passing, She has been meeting Krista down here at the Jetty to watch the sunrise. So, this year I drove her down here and watched the sunrise. It really is a beatuiful way to start your day. Knowing you are alive and Jesus Christ has more for you to do. 

 

You can see there are a few folks out here enjoying it too. Plus, fishermen and lady fisher people, I am I saying it correctly??? 

Well, the friends and family came out and enjoy a beautiful one this morning.  

Hey it was a nice turn out. Afterwards we all meet at the Captain's Galley Restaurant, on Hutchinson Island. 

This is the crew, Jeanne (wifey) Kista, Kashlyn, Kaden, girlfriend, (forgot her name, sorry), Christy and her hubby Eric. It really was a nice celebratinion to get everyone together and enjoy having some good food. 

I know everyone is missing Jake, I am too. He was the life of a party and every time he came over we always had some good times. He was funny and would keep things going on pretty much anything we talked about. 

I have some great news to share with you. 

The way to have peace in your heart and mind if to trust in Jesus Christ as you Lord and SAVOR. 

In The Bible, the Book of John 14:6

 Jesus told him, I am the way, the true and the life. NO ONE CAN COME TO THE FATHER EXCEPT THROUGH ME (Jesus Christ) 

Please folks if you are mising your family members, friends and whoever it is, 

WE ALL NEED TO HAVE A RELIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST. 

You will see them again, if they had a relationship with him. 

I believe Jake will meet me at the pearly gates one day. 

Hey this is a picture of Jakes photos, that our niece Micheal had made up for Jeanne. 

We have it hanging in the kitchen and everyday we can look and think about Jake.