Sunday, April 17, 2011

First Day at the Reef





Hey guys, Ryan and Justin here just enjoying another beautiful day in the Bahamas. We woke up and walked straight out onto the beach for an amazing view of the ocean. Right after breakfast we went on a botany walk and learned some things about the local and invasive plant life on the island. Then, we all piled into some vans and went to the New Hope Baptist Church for the Palm Sunday service. It was a very different experience with singing and dancing with some very friendly people. After a quick lunch break we headed out on a boat excursion to a patch reef where we had our first reef snorkel. We saw everything from lion fish (invasive fish) to sting rays to hundreds of kinds of coral. Our next stop was at a mini blue hole where underwater caves push freshwater and salt water together, creating a very different environment filled with sea life. A giant sting ray chased Ryan and I around for a bit (see video). Then we went back to Forfar for a break, dinner, and a fish and inverts lecture. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday (but not before, the Bahamas is too nice). Have fun with your New York weather, we heard you had snow hahahahaha. Love Kibbles and Brinkman.

Dear Parents:
We are having internet issues...will upload photos as soon as we can. Mrs. Brosnick
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18 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    To Zach & Noah,
    You look like Indiana Jones and his partner getting on that plane. Hope you have been having a lot of fun. It sounds like you have. It has been snowing here on and off all afternoon and evening. I'll bet you are sorry you are missing it!!! Have a great time and be safe.

    Love,
    Nana & Papa

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  2. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Dear Nanners...Hope you're having as much fun as we did on our trips! Pretty chilly up here, snowing actually. :( So bring the beautiful weather back with you so we don't freeze at your softball games! Remember to take pictures of everything, you can never have too many and we can't wait to see all the amazing things you see and do!
    Love and miss you! Stay safe!
    AJ and Rae

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  3. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Hi Mitchell, love the pictures, looks amazing there, but what is with the outfit? lol Be sure to take lots of pictures and enjoy every minute of the experience-can't wait to hear all about it when you get home! Hope you all have a great time, have fun but be safe too. Love and miss you! -Mallory

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  4. JCFinkleyApril 17, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Hi Shannon!

    Sounds like another great day on the island. I hope you are taking a lot of pictures. More snow, very windy and cold today so I've decided to head north. What type of whoopies would you like? Hm...I will have to choose for you. Maggie got her new raincoat, collar and leash today. The B&B has wi-fi, but in case there are problems, know that my thoughts are with you and I love you with all my heart. Love, Your Mom Who Misses You :)

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  5. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Hi Kali..

    Finally got back to NC and your report card. YAHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! I owe you another $20. You made the honor roll again. So proud of you. Not sure I can make that deal next semester. I'm going broke lol. Hope you're having fun. Enjoying the nice quiet house tonight. Have fun and stay safe.

    Mom and Pops

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  6. ncbaseball5 momApril 17, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Mitchell...Love the blogs! I'm glad you had the chance to go to church! I missed my co-pilot on the Timmy Ho's run this morning. Mallory's bachlorette party was a riot. Sarah will have lots of stories and pictures to share with you when you get home! Mother Nature continues to give us snow flurries instead of sunshine so enjoy it while you can. Dad says "Hi Bubba." Lots of sunscreen...:)

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  7. Kathy R.April 17, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Hannah...Got your report card...back on the HR:)!! We have a surprise for you when you get home..hint..AJ took it with him when he moved. Hope you're having a great time. I'll try to find out how the girls did in Baltimore & tell you tomorrow. We miss you lots..hurry home.

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  8. KRONApril 17, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Kayla--Can't wait to hear how Church went, you were so excited to go. It's so great to experience different cultures. Hope you enjoyed it. I can only imagine how beautiful the coral reef was. Enjoy your time there, weather stinks at home. Luv ya!!!

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  9. AnonymousApril 17, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Hi K
    Hope your having lots of fun down there in andros. Looks exactly the same from when we were down there and im sooooo jealous. Cant wait to see all of the pictures you guys take. Ill be home this weekend for easter soo ill be seeing ya at the big house, once you return to the states. Have fun, enjoy the sun, and take it all in!!!! It goes way too fast :)
    LOve B

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  10. AnonymousApril 17, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Hey Sean,we all miss you! And, well I am sure you probably know that the sabers lost Saturday night, but hoping for a win back in Buffalo tonight. Hope you're enjoying the weather!

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  11. HeidiApril 18, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Good Morning NCMBC! Hope you have a great adventure again today! Really missed pictures last night... hope you can get them up today!
    Heidi

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  12. Clayton's rentsApril 18, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Good Morning all! Hope your internet issues clear up so we can see more wonderful pictures and that video! Clayton - wish you were home so you could come to the Party in the Plaza at the arena tonight! We're hoping the Sabres win this series so you can make it to the next round games! Will check back with you tonight after the game. GO SABRES! and enjoy your day.
    Love, mom & dad

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  13. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Hey Hannah B! Hope your having fun! Miss chatting with ya via text and fb. Bring back lots of pics and memories to share! Cant wait to hear all about it. good news im chaporoning your prom.. okay thats a lie.. its currently snowing and staying on the ground! if i fly there right now can i join your group? Im sure your having a blast! Miss You!!! Stay Safe! <3

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  14. AnonymousApril 18, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Hello All. And most especially to Julie + Lisa :) Looking forward to seeing more pics. It appears you all are having a terrific and very busy time! Enjoy. joni palmer

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  15. FernApril 18, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Greetings to my fellow NC Science Geeks -- I am so envious of your awesome adventures. . . my yard is currently covered in snow! I love the pics -- keep them coming! Glad all is going well.

    Fern

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  16. Mrs. BrosnickApril 18, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Terry:

    Babies??? Both boys? Both girls? Or one of each?
    Love Tammie

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  17. HeidiApril 18, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Love the MerMen Pic!
    Where's this video?? Eager to see it!
    Justin, I see you find a dog wherever you go!
    Can't wait for tonights blog :-)
    Luv, Mom

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  18. JCFinkleyApril 18, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Hi Shannon!

    Maggie and I made it safely to Maine. I'm looking at yesterday's pictures and see that you are drinking your water, good! Love the snorkling picture, too. What is Tammy holding? Who brought the dog? Maggie would have loved to come! Our first 15 minutes here we made friends Jim (human) and Jasmine (greyhound). I'll write more after I read today's blog. Love you! :)

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