This passing boat looks just like the one I cruised the Black River in. — Photo by Pat Bean
“The Mark of a successful man is one that has spent an entire day on the bank of a river without feeling guilty about it.” Chinese Proverb
Typical passing scenery at the start of the river cruise. — Photo by Pat Bean
The Black River
Toward the end of the cruise, it was just one mangrove tree after another. — Photo by Pat Bean
I had one day to spend in Jamaica as part of a Caribbean cruise, and I chose to spend it cruising some more — on the Black River.
But first there was a ride in a rickety old bus to get to the other side of the island.
“No problem.” That describes the Jamaican way of life I learned.
It was a fun bus ride, and a fun boat trip.
George — Photo by Pat Bean
One in which a crocodile named George came at our boat captain’s call, and one in which all aboard toasted our captain with a Jamaican beer after he called the alligator over to say hi.
Honest!
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I am not sure if Jamaica would be my favorite place to go. But it seems the ticket is free so I won’t turn it down and just follow along. I will be careful to not rock the boat when George is around.
What a great and adventurous life you have had. Most of us only dream of such. Cute little travel companions too.