Today again…
Another gem of the Caribbean.

Named after a local fig tree…
Barbados we got to see.

While I remember…
I was here in 2000 in the beginning of December.

The British came here in 1627
And compared to their weather thought this was heaven.

In summer they would melt
But be thankful the Island is under the hurricane belt.

Sugar plantations were established by the Dutch
And they contributed much…

To the rich history
And the local economy.

But England kept control
Over every living Barbados soul

Until independence was reached in 1966
By the local ethnic mix.

But they continue to believe and bet…
“To be more English then England” is being said”

They are proud and elated…
That here the best rum is being created.

Cricket is their national sport
Along with water sports of any sort.

People that need to unwind
Should keep this place in mind

Because far above the norm …
Is this turquoise bay where year round it is warm.