civilization
we are anchored at south water cay, once again in sight of mainland belize. this is a beautifully manicured coconut palm-covered island, right on the reef. there are three small diving resorts, and several cruising boats anchored. shortly after arriving, we went ashore for a cold afternoon beer. we snagged a snickers bar as well. ah, the treats of civilization. what a different feeling here, compared to the pure bareness of lighthouse reef. the overlay of civilization is something i am uneasy with. after living in such a clear interface with nature, we are now faced with overly plump americans speeding their dingies through the anchorage and having clamorous boat parties. it is hard not to swing into judgment. the mainstream american reality appears flimsy and contrived. i think back to my teenage years, when i had the primal urge to escape the life of my small mountain town, to find another way to live. ~robin~
