I agree, though, that the blog, like this one, is mostly not representative of the typical VI experience. I don't see where Ms411 opined that the...

The selling of fireworks is illegal here. Obviously firework displays aren't uncommon here but they're put on by qualified pyrotechnic experts. I ha...

This might be helpful in choosing:

A couple of random thoughts came to mind. I never turned down anyone for a job because they were "local". I just needed the right person to do the j...

i thought he was being facetious , but maybe not I doubt it. He uses the "we" and "our" words liberally.

It's a popular and well-read blog.

Was there anything in yesterday's Avis? I wish Rena every success in ;putting the dictator in his place - right off his throne if necessary.

Coming from someone that hasn't lived, "vacationed" or spent any time on STT, I find your comments amusing. Give it a rest, wanderer..[/quote Re...

How refreshing to see a positiver approach and a potential solution to the problem! Cast aside the "maybe" and put it into action. If I could be of a...

Yes, the generalizations and the finger-pointing are plain daft. There are good employees and bad employees regardless where they come from. I was a...

Do you have a "prominent" last name? Gee whizz, first it's the "elitist transplants" then it's the locals and now this crack about a name. Your ...

I remembered doing some research a while back. This thread explains: The party shops I contacted at the time did NOT provide them since they'...

Don't think you'll be lucky. They're categorized as fireworks which are illegal here.

... Actually not trading much quantity but hoping for better quality for family (not just time with me but also overall).. Sorry, but I think thi...

Dare one say, "unbelievable" with tongue firmly lodged in cheek?

As far as the commuting is concerned that's a personal issue which only you can decide can work or not. I know a handful of people over many years wh...

(tu):D Now THEY would make excellent percussionists for a choir!

I didn't say I was "right", nor am I suffering from any obsessive disorder, simply said that this was not my experience, nor have I heard of it happen...

To you. It happens. I must be special. Never heard of it happening to anyone either. Maybe it happens more on STX.

Islands have names. Please use them. Each island is unique and referring to any of them as "the islands" is, IMO, disrespectful of their distinct cult...

The thread is about the Christmas spirit not the location and convenience of a darned PO. Bah humbug, be happy, train an albatross.

The postal clerk told me they were, "The Voices of Love" and they do this every year. Toss in some more negatives, Miss Scrooge. The holiday season f...

Maybe I'm way out there somewhere but $800/month for food for two people leaves me gobsmacked.

Yes, you're right, but OP hasn't said what he hopes to distill, so because of the craft beer craze, I'm a little confused. I thought he was hoping to ...

At the Sugar Estate PO this morning, the long line of people was treated to carolers who were first in the back and then came out into the main area t...