as Imagined by Jaymz Alexander
The taxi pulled up to the dock in the small Hawaiian harbor. Taking a deep breath as she exited the taxi, the young woman raised her face to the warm tropical sun, relishing the strange and exotic smells.
A bit of melancholy clouded her clear blue eyes as she remembered that this was her last day of vacation and tomorrow she would be heading back to Kansas.
With a sigh she paid the driver and retrieved her small day bag. Walking down the dock, admiring the beautiful boats tied to either side she spied the young sailor who had helped her sign up for the cruise. He was in an animated discussion with a well-dressed elderly couple.
“Young man, I am not used to waiting on anyone and I demand to know what the delay is”, the gentleman said in a snobbish Rhode Island accent.
“That’s right”, added his wife as she hid from the sun under a fancy parasol. “Once when the hotel took too long with room service he bought the whole hotel and fired everyone!”
“That’s right, then I replaced all the bell boys with Olympic track stars!” he responded chuckling along with his doting companion at the memory.
“I’m really sorry”, replied the nervous crewman. “We are waiting for the last two guests…” He paused as he sighted the young woman approaching the group. “And here comes one now”, he said as he quickly left the couple still complaining behind.
The young woman saw the sailor head her way and noticed another guest on the dock. She was a tall redhead dressed in a gold sequined gown and high heals. She thought she recognized her from something, a TV show? A movie? She couldn’t remember. She didn’t have a lot of time for television back home, but smirked to her self as she thought of the discomfort those sequins would bring once the sun really started to shine. “City folk” she thought shaking her head.
“Can I stow your bag for you ma’am.” The nice young sailor asked as he approached. “We’re waiting for one more guest”.
“Yes, thank you” she replied smiling as the obviously shy first mate took her bag, fumbling and almost dropping her small suitcase.
As she waited she noticed a large surly man speaking with the actress. He wrung his large hands in apparent nervousness as the woman asked if the captain could avoid the wind as she just had her hair done.
Shaking her head in disbelief the young woman turned as the sound of an arriving auto caught her attention. A distinguished looking man exited the back of the taxi and pulling out a worn looking brief case, turned.
As their eyes met across the distance her breath caught in her throat. Here was a man of intelligence, his dark eyes and splash of grey at the temples of his wavy hair so different from the down-home boys she was used to. She was secretly glad she had worn her Halter Hotties red, white and blue silk halter top with her short shorts instead of her usual red and white check shirts she usually wore.
“What do we have here?“ she said quietly to herself.
“That must be the Professor” said the sailor returning to her side. “Our last guest.”
“The Professor?” she mused to herself.
Maybe the company would be more enjoyable than she had thought.
“You never know what could happen on a three hour cruise.”
1. If you can find a bartender named Mary Ann, ask her for a Banana Cream Pie Martini, perfect for that castaway feelin’1 measure banana liqueur
1 measure creme de cacao
1 measure vodka
1 measure half-and-half
Mix in a shaker with ice then strain & top with a banana slice.
2. It’s just what you need for a day at sea, onboard the SS Minnow, “Sailor Girl” Halter neck top by Halter Hotties. This halter top was created with a vintage 60’s Mod scarf and topped with silk ribbons and an antique, brass heraldic button. Available at Fini, 86 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101 206/ 443-0563 email: finiseattle@yahoo.com
3. Skinny Denim Shorts by Paige Denim; Denim shorts with 5-pocket styling and single-button closure. Tonal stitching at back pockets and for that stranded on a deserted island look… wrinkling at waistband, whiskering at front and shredded holes at front and back. Worn spots and moderate distressing throughout with frayed edge and 1" cuff at hem. Available at Shopbop, $179.00
4. Burberry Bucket Hat; A tad bit hipper than Gilligan’s… just be sure to keep an eye out for the headhunters in this chic, structured bucket hat drawn from '60s inspiration with a button-tab detail above a trapunto-stitched bill. Available at Nordstrom (Sale Price) $135.90
5. Marc by Marc Jacobs, Aviator Sunglasses. The classic aviator gets a punchy update with semi-rimless wire frame and gradient lenses. Embossed logo lettering at red enamel-inlaid temples. Hard case included. Available at Nordstrom, $85.00
6. A bracelet made of smooth beach stones in rich brown and gray shades with round & square links of brass and a brass chain/toggle clasp. Handmade by artisan Julie Thelen, available in her Etsy shop. $32.00
7. Antik Batik Petrus Beaded Flat Thong Sandals will make you feel like a lovely jungle native with every step.
Leather thong sandal with bead and square sequin detail at T strap and ankle. Buckle closure at ankle. Leather sole. Available at Shopbop, $200.00
8. Who knows, you might have some time to kill, you better bring along a book to read… Castaways by Brian Keene;Contestants on a "Survivor"-like reality TV show find the dangers are too real after they are stranded on a deserted island in the South Pacific with inhuman creatures out to kill them. Paperback available at www.borders.com, $7.99
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Absolutely hilarious! A nice twist on a typical fashion blog.Your outfits are gorgeous and I love your tops. Just have to pick one, a very hard choice!
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