When I think about the bright blue waters in Grenada two words come to mind. First,

“wow”

From Grand Anse to Magazine, the beaches here are some of the most beautiful I have ever seen. Compared to the dark waters of the Pacific, the Caribbean Sea is shockingly blue and crystal clear.

Because of the island’s many bays, the waves are both small and gentle and the water is warm. Little clear crabs scuttle in and out of holes in the sand. They are definitely more afraid of our bare feet than we are of their tiny claws.

I went for a run on the beach and a swim in the water Tuesday and it was great. If it weren’t for the heat and the sun, I could really learn to love this. Which brings me to the second word that comes to mind when I consider Grenada’s blue waters.

“Ouch”

Without disclosing too much information, these little guys and a nice burgundy color are currently covering my back.

This is the second round of blisters courtesy of Grenada. I am sure that they wont be the last.

But the “wow” factor definitely dominates any “ouch” this white-skinned redhead might endure!