Electric Co. Update #1

Students -

At this point we have not received an updated schedule from the Electricity Department, however, they did indicate that they were able to bring one generator online which should add some extra capacity and reduce the amount of load shedding currently taking place.

The Department has indicated that they will be issuing a new schedule tomorrow and I will forward it as soon as it is received. Your cooperation is certainly appreciated as we seek to conserve electricity to minimize the load on the system.

Regards

Campus Administrator

Gaylick 'Lympic Games (Hasheese for Gaelic Olympic Games)

On! On!

I successfully completed my second hash event yesterday afternoon. We all decided we needed a little break, and what better way to blow of some Immunology steam than to run a crazyass hash up a mountain?! This hash was located on the South East Peninsula at Banana Bay. After the run there were Scottish style games with a Caribbean twist. Teams competed in coconut toss, noodle toss, tug-o-war, and more. Team members received extra points for wearing plaid to the games.

Our Fearless Leader Ron. He's so supportive.

Noodle Toss. Vanessa with the red headband is representing our team.

Again with the supportiveness. I believe a wrestling match resulted just after this photo.

Ron and Steph getting some doggie lovin.

More lovin.

Ron cannot control himself when the four-leggeds come around.

Adam and Arvind enjoying some beach time.

This looks promising.

And for your viewing entertainment, enjoy the following video of Noodle Toss, with Steph in the green, Mark in the red, and Laura in blue. Make sure to follow their technique in maintaining noodle balance as they run to the tossing line. Not nearly as easy as it seems.

Hope you all have a wonderful week!

Car Smarts Do Not Equal Book Smarts.

So, got our ghetto-ride back from the mechanic Devon last night. Our mechanic whom I LOVE. The Princess White Heat, also known as Susie, was outfitted with a new fuel pump and had her leaks sealed. She was also CLEANED by Devon. As in, cleaner than the day we got her. Seriously.
Unfortunately, Saskia the Retard still treats her like the car formally known as Pain In The Ass. I tried to start her up and basically flooded the engine. Twice now. I'm just not used to being able to just flick the key and have her start right up! Mark has me in training, since he seems to have the magic touch.

Mark enjoying his regulatory loaf of bread. His favorite part of grocery shopping.

On a high note, we now have a ghetto-fabulous stereo system!

Watch out for that bass!

Infernal Island Power.

And I mean that title quite literally. Seems Island Power had a bit of a fire in their main building last night, resulting in island-wide power outages. This also resulted in me waking up drenched in sweat with a turned-off fan standing at the foot of my bed mocking me. Seems my subconscious also had a power outage as it did not see fit to kick off my covers in the heat of the night.

Amusingly, my alarm clock appeared to be out as well (no time displayed in red) but still made it's annoying attempt to wake me at the prescribed hour. Seems nothing short of throwing them across the room will make those little suckers shut up.

Below, see the weak email sent to us at 1:16 PM this afternoon. Keep in mind that the power outage occurred some time around 4:00 AM this morning. That's some mighty swift investigating on Ross's part.
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Students -

Please note that the main power generators at the St. Kitts Electricity Company has been damaged and as a result load shedding will take place island wide i.e. power will be available for limited periods of time during the day or night. We have contacted the Electricity Department but they were unable to provide any additional information; as soon as we receive a schedule of the load shedding we will share it with you. The length of time required to have the situation rectified is uncertain, but we will keep you updated as we get additional information

It would be advisable to unplug any items that can remain off when power returns as there can be surges that may damage sensitive equipment.

We are currently using our stand-by generator to provide power to the campus and the Campus Living Residences.

Regards
Ross U
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In case any of you are wondering, I will be camping out at the dorms until power is restored to the island. Between Jen, Mark and Steph I can rotate so that I don't overstay my welcome at any one of their places. And once they read this blog entry, they'll be advised of my plans.

Hope everyone is having a fantastic week!! Mucho love to all!

Random Pics.

So while avoiding studying tonight I was flipping through my pics and realized that I never properly introduced you to Steph!

Yes, that is Steph. With her lamp. That she brings into the study lounge. She's special. :)

And this is probably my favorite picture so far on the island:

Not sure why, but it could be the thrilled look on Mark's face sitting bitch in the backseat (how's that seat belt latch feel?). Or maybe it was Ron not being able to handle the paparazzi chasing him around anymore. No....it was definitely Steph looking so happy (she's always happy!).

That was a good day.