We were both exhausted after completing unplanned tasks. First the the master bed needed to be fixed. In the middle of the night we felt some of the wooden slats give way. It took Santosh the better part of the day to purchase the wood needed and fix/strengthen the base.

I decided to move logs. We had left huge sections of the toppled flamboyant tree to dry out so they would be easier to move. Well, they seemed lighter, but it sure took some effort to roll those misshapen logs from one end of the property to the other. After that I chain sawed some unwanted shrubs.

It was definitely time for some fun. We decided to explore the beaches north of the Loiza beach we frequent. We drove along Route187. It runs through the Reserva Natural Bosque de Pinones and the scenery is lush and green. We noted a path through the woods (Paseo Loiza) we should come back and explore. And there were breath taking views of the ocean on the right side.

We parked at Playa Vacia la Talega. Interestingly some hotel was shuttling their guests to this beach. Our goal was to hike through the woods and find Cueva Escondida, which I believe means hidden cave. There are a couple of trails through the woods. We took the first one but had to turn right to get to the cave. it is not really a cave (maybe it was one) as it does not have a roof. This area has exposed volcanic rock. It is sharp and dangerous and were were glad we were waring sandals. It was a pretty sight to see the waves crashing into the rocks. Very similar to what we saw at Jobo Beach (on the other side of the island) but at a smaller scale.

After the hike we were ready for a swim. We drove back to a access point that was empty. And we had the beach to ourselves. Just the right amount of waves tossing us around. The shore was packed with palm trees. There were some rocky structures out in the ocean. I wonder if we could get out there? Probably too dangerous.

Relaxed and refreshed, we got some lunch at our local bakery/cafe, La Sevillana . Delicious yuca with chicken breast with bacon and ripe plantains. Next was gardening for me and some work work for Santosh.