Lizard Whisperer

We don't have many squirrels around here. We actually miss the constant chatter and rustling of the industrious squirrel family that lived in the trees behind our deck in Reston. They were always there to keep us company - like the husband and wife cardinal pair (no cardinals in the Bahamas either). In fact there is not much wildlife beyond the birds, including the numerous wonderful hummingbirds. The only creatures from nature that we have had the, not so great, pleasure of spending time with are the mosquitos. There don't seem to be too many mosquitos around, but then again you only need one to ruin your night. When one manages to sneak it's way in to the house during the day - your night becomes an endless ballet of slapping, hiding and twitching all to the tune of that terrible hum (as Emily buzzes the Blue Danube beside me - she is reading while I type). Anyway - we have installed a mosquito net in Emily's room and are experimenting with doors, windows and screens to see if we can figure out how to keep out the strays.

The other creature from nature that we see a lot of, although only briefly as they dash away, are the cute little lizards that live everywhere. Last night when we went out for our evening drink on the patio, Emily made friends with this one. He hung out with her for ages. We have never seen one so calm and content before.