This week was a quiet week in Bermuda. The weather has been warm and the water temperature is up to 84 degrees. It is the perfect time to visit Bermuda if you like the sweltering hot/humid weather and enjoy a nice dip in the ocean.

We played a lot of beach volleyball this week. Well, I should say I did since Ryan is on the sidelines with a hurt shoulder. Ryan dislocated his shoulder last week at volleyball. It sounds worse then it really is. This was the third time his shoulder has popped out, so all it took was an educated physical therapist from Canada to pop it back in. While it is painful, the muscles are weakened, so it was easily put back in place. A nice woman from Canada that was playing on another volleyball net was experienced enough to help out in a time of crisis. Ryan is fine, but he no longer plays in fear that it may pop out again!

We also went snorkeling at Church Bay on Sunday. We have been meaning to go there for awhile, as it is mentioned to be the best off shore snorkel sight on the island. We were quite disappointed as the waters were very rough and there was mass amounts of seaweed in the water and on the beach. The seaweed collects all along the beach and smells tangy in the hot sun. We also noticed a few jellyfish in the water and chose to leave the water as soon as possible. While we did see some good fish, the seaweed and choppy waves deterred us from calling Church Bay a snorkel hot spot!

We are excited as this is the week for Cup Match. Cup Match is a two day Bermuda holiday where the whole island shuts down on Thursday and Friday for some good fun, some games of cricket, a gambling game called Crown and Anchor, and I can assume lots of drinking. We have been told that Thursday is spent swimming, boating, and heading to the beach. Friday is then spent at the cricket games cheering for your favorite team. I am excited to see a game or two of cricket as I have no idea what the game involves. Bermudians have told me that it is their favorite holiday. I will write next week to let you know more about the festivities of Cup Match!

Until next time...