Karen Joslin
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Larimar and Caymanite: Semi-Precious Stones of the Caribbean
Home to sparkling azure seas, stunning beaches, and exotic tropical vistas, the Caribbean dazzles with outer beauty. But two of the countries found here also have their own brand of “inner beauty" - semi-precious stones found nowhere else on earth. Larimar Found only in one remote area of the Dominican Republic, the same volcanic forces which created the island itself forged this exquisite gem.... (posted by Karen 5 years 164 days ago.)
Home to sparkling azure seas, stunning beaches, and exotic tropical vistas, the Caribbean dazzles with outer beauty. But two of the countries found here also have their own brand of “inner beauty" - semi-precious stones found nowhere else on earth. Larimar Found only in one remote area of the Dominican Republic, the same volcanic forces which created the island itself forged this exquisite gem.... (posted by Karen 5 years 164 days ago.)
Guavaberry Liqueur - A Singular Taste of the Caribbean
Historically, the world's peoples have brewed alcoholic concoctions by using indigenous plants. Guavaberry liqueur is one of the most unique examples of this universal endeavor. Made in a number of places in the Caribbean, the concoction is usually associated with St. Maarten, where it's considered the national drink. The Plant Despite its name, the guavaberry comes (posted by Karen 5 years 180 days ago.)
Historically, the world's peoples have brewed alcoholic concoctions by using indigenous plants. Guavaberry liqueur is one of the most unique examples of this universal endeavor. Made in a number of places in the Caribbean, the concoction is usually associated with St. Maarten, where it's considered the national drink. The Plant Despite its name, the guavaberry comes (posted by Karen 5 years 180 days ago.)
Holiday Traditions in the Caribbean
Chances are, you haven't heard of Peppercorn Day. A holiday in Bermuda, Peppercorn Day may be the oddest holiday in the Caribbean. Its history dates to 1797 when a group of Freemasons began renting the Old State House in St. George, for the sum of one peppercorn. In 1816, the holiday tradition began. Every year on the Wednesday closest to April 23, amidst pomp and circumstance, a horse-drawn carriage... (posted by Karen 5 years 214 days ago.)
Chances are, you haven't heard of Peppercorn Day. A holiday in Bermuda, Peppercorn Day may be the oddest holiday in the Caribbean. Its history dates to 1797 when a group of Freemasons began renting the Old State House in St. George, for the sum of one peppercorn. In 1816, the holiday tradition began. Every year on the Wednesday closest to April 23, amidst pomp and circumstance, a horse-drawn carriage... (posted by Karen 5 years 214 days ago.)
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