DMV Follies Soon Come

Well this is the post before the post. A bit of a teaser. Silvia, the tenant downstairs, is trying to get a VI drivers license. Deb and I breezed through this when we moved down thanks to some streamlining of the process. The only problem is the process is only streamlined if you have a state side license to surrender. Well Silvia is from Croatia, she did go to college in the states and had an Idaho license at one point, but no more. So she has had to jump through hoops and will continue to jump through hoops to get her new license.
So she had to go to the doctor and have an exam and some paperwork filled out. You have to be in good shape to drive here as it is a contact sport. Then she has to go this morning and take the written test, which is only given on certain days from 8:00 to 10:00. Then assuming she passes she will have to go back on a different day and take the driving test. Since she hasn't bought a car yet she has to pay a driving instructor for the use of his DMV approved car to take the test.
I am so glad we went the other route and we will keep everyone posted on how it goes.
Jay

Here is the list on getting a drivers license if you don't have a valid state license:
1. Go to DMV to pick up a medical form, pay $2. Also, pick up the license application.
2. Have a medical and eye exam, pay for visit, have doctor fill out medical form.
3. Have two passport pics made, not sure of cost (they don't really need these because they use a digital camera to take your pic for the license but because it hasn't been taken off the list, you still have to bring them.
4. Come back to DMV Mondy thru Friday from 8:00-10:00 am to take the written test, pay $10. Make sure to bring your medical form, completed application, passport pics, passport, birth certificate, SS card.
5. If you pass the test, pay $8 for learners permit and make appointment for road test.
6. Come back for road test on your appt time. If you don't have a car, you can use the driving school car for a fee (not sure of this yet).
7. If you pass the road test, pay $35 for your license.

So the lesson is, if you are coming to VI and you have a us drivers license, DO NOT let it expire. Renew it in the states so that when you come here all you have to do is turn it in, pay the fee, and get a VI license. Simple as that.

Beach Break - Lindquist

Beach Break - Lindquist, originally uploaded by captainjay.

We finished with our chores for the day so we headed out to Lindquist Beach in Smith Bay. We have not been to this beach before so this is a treat. Its very beautiful, Not crowded, very relaxing. This may change in the future slightly. Magens Bay Authority is taking over the
managemnent of the property and will be adding facilities soon. Its definitely worth checking out.
Deb

Jay working

I snuck up on the roof to get a pick of Jay working. The view from up there is amazing. I should have stayed in the house because now he wants me to come up and help! :-( I guess I can do that so that we can get the first part done quickly and still maybe have some time to go to the beach afterwards. :-)

Jim's Hiking Adventure

Well, before Jim left Friday he made me a dvd of all his pics he took while hiking on St. John. Since I will probably never talk Jay into going hiking, I have to experience it through Jim's pics. :-) I don't know where all of the pics where taken. Since Jim is gone, he can't tell me. I recognize some of the places...petroglyphs, Maho, etc. If you want to share where the others were taken, please be my guests.

Enjoy!

Deb

Kokopelli Cafe

Kokopelli Cafe, originally uploaded by captainjay.

Well out doing some chores today .... Cost-u-Less, Home Depot, etc. And thought we would try this cafe that is right next to Cost-u-Less. I've been told by serveral people its a cool little place to grab a quick bite to eat and soak up some a/c while using their free wifi.

Friday Beach Picture

Yea!! It's Friday. Hope everyone has a great weekend. Here's a pic of Salomon Beach on St. John from a forum member.

BTW - Today is Jim's last day as our co-tenant. :-( We wish him lots of luck in his travels and hope that he stays in touch. Bye Jim!

Pretty Thursday Afternoon

Pretty Thursday Afternoon, originally uploaded by captainjay.

Sitting at Hook, Line & Sinker in Frenchtown and its a really pretty afternoon. Just thought I'd share :-)
Deb