Valerie is a real get up and go type of gal. She was anxious to get going this morning and explore the island. Since they will be leaving us tomorrow, I could understand her drive. We first enjoyed our morning coffee and the French pastries that she and Joe brought back to Leu Cat yesterday from the boulangerie. Ooooh, they were so good! The French just have a certain magic that goes into the various pastries and breads they make.

Mary Margaret was still a bit tired from her two overnight watches (she takes two while I have only one), so she decided to just stay on Leu Cat and catch up on her rest. Thus, Joe, Valerie and I hopped into the rental car and off we went.

The Butterfly Farm is on the far side of the island but by taking the Dutch side route that first took us from Simpson Bay down to Philipsburg and then over to Oyster Bay and then into the French side which is a longer route but so much quicker. Taking the more direct route which is mostly through the French side but is so much slower due to the traffic.

Joe and Valerie thoroughly enjoyed all of the butterflies and we had as our guide the daughter of the owners. She was very informative and a joy to listen to. Each time I come here I learn so much more about butterflies.

Afterwards, we returned to Philipsburg for lunch. I introduced Joe and Valerie to one of our favorite restaurants here in Sint Maarten: The Green House. We all had their wonderful French onion soup to start. We were all smiles when our various entries arrived. It was a leisurely meal and we enjoyed ourselves immensely. I ordered a French onion soup to go for Mary Margaret and then we were off.

By the time, we made it back to Leu Cat we were all ready for some rest and relaxation. We finished our day by playing some cards where Joe was the winner. A perfect ending to a most enjoyable day.