LONG ISLAND ‘Island Life Sweet Aye’ By Bianca Major Photographs courtesy of Bianca Major
Thrasher Bird Sitting On Fruits At Local Beach Bar
Dock of the Bay at North Long Island
Vintage Bahamian Home with Kitchen and Chimney
“Sittin’ in the mornin’ sun I’ll be sittin’ when the evenin’ comes Watching the ships roll in Then I watch ‘em roll away again, yeah I’m sittin’ on the dock of the bay Watchin’ the tide roll away, ooh I’m just sittin’ on the dock of the bay Wastin’ time”
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yrics of the classic song, “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay”, performed by the legendary Otis Redding, captures the essence of island living. No worries, no cares, just enjoying the moments of quiet serenity. Life moves differently down in these parts, the “good island life”. Time draws slower, nothing happens before its time or, in another sense, life on the islands is lived on “island time”.
Island Time Is Hammock Time On A Local Beach
Best island living tip … never ask about time, it’s either you arrive on time, or you get there, when you get there, which some may call, “fashionably late”—which we islanders live by. Need islanders to be on time for anything? Just mention the words “party”, “beer”, “rum”, or “food” and everyone files in like clockwork, not missing a hot minute. And with that said, “Da party dun!” That “sweet island life”, yep, the city folks can’t wait for a break to enjoy this lifestyle. Oh well, the cat’s out of the bag. One of The Bahamas’ best kept secret hideaways is Long Island, my favorite island! We take island living to a whole new level here, and those who appreciate the country lifestyle can relate. Family, community, church life, love for nature and the simple life, is what makes Long Island, H O M E. Whether you are making Long Island your new home or if it has always been your “forever home”, you will certainly be welcomed with the peace, tranquillity and a feeling of a new lease on life, as the island life takes you into a dimension previously not experienced. “It’s as if you are on a different plane, as if time stands still,” said Bernadette Chenowith. Warning: If you must return to your regularly scheduled, fast-paced life, withdrawals will be a tad bit rough.
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