Lighthouse Beach!

This morning, the group started off the day with a highly competitive game of ultimate Frisbee. The wind was really blowing which interfered with the disc trajectory but not the fighting spirits of the competing teams. After this really close game, we headed over to one of the best breakfasts yet, banana bread and oatmeal (yum).

After breakfast we prepared for a day of fun and sun at Lighthouse Beach. It has a reputation for being, arguably, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. All together it took a 40 minute drive and additional 40 minute walk to reach the secluded destination. It was well worth it though. We threw our towels down and dove into the ocean, frolicking with joy. We played a few games in the ocean before drying out and playing more games in the sand. A few people teamed up to bury and transform Kevin Harkey into a beautiful sand mermaid. We ate lunch by the beach and afterwards enjoyed each other’s company some more. We then headed up a nearby cliff, overlooking the beautiful surroundings. Once on the cliff, we were all separated for 15 minutes of solo time which we used to reflect on our time in the Bahamas. Once the time was up, we came together and shared our insights. We also were instructed to choose a piece of nature from our solo spot and share with the group how it represented our time in the Bahamas. Many of the speeches grew sentimental and we all had a bittersweet feeling. We wrapped it up with a group hug and photo and headed home.

After showering, we hopped back in to the vans for a night out! We went to a nearby restaurant, Sheril’s, for a family-style dinner. We sat around a table like it was Thanksgiving and passed the delicious food around. We laughed, ate, and told stories. It was the perfect way to end a great second-to-last day in paradise. We are all sad to be leaving the Bahamas but are happy that we have one last day to spend together. 

- Lauren & Carly