Great people and diving in Koro

When we picked up a  mooring in Dere Bay, Koro Island, we had no idea how much fun we would have meeting the people who have built houses or were contemplating that notion. The resort was established mostly for those looking for lots to buy, and the facilities do not get much attention, but the central meeting area at 5PM always holds some wonderful people, enjoying a beer and sharing news, thoughts, and friendship. Unfortunately, I never did get a picture of them, as I seemed to be too busy listening to fascinating stories or thoroughly enjoying interesting discussions. We were invited to come up to Neil and Wangli's house the next day and she ladened me with wonderful fresh vegetable and fruits from her luscious garden; they were leaving that night to go to Suva for a week and we felt so lucky to have met them. They are cruisers from Australia who decided to build their home there and keep the boat anchored in Dere Bay. Rob and Jenny, Marlin, Joe, Namita, and Greg were so welcoming and fun to be with. We dove the Black Rock that same day and left for Savusavu after a rainstorm and rainbow the following morning. What fun we are having!    I forgot to mention the birds:  parrots, barking doves, hawks, herons, and swallows all share the jungle together. It is nice to be in the forest once again. Hope all is well on the homefront; we love you all!