Wednesday, September 11, 2024

The Perils of Poor Prioritizing

 
Young woman biting nails and fretting.

"Broke and Fretting" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

The Perils of Poor Prioritizing

Prioritizing's the name of the game,
Without it, life's a circus—what a shame!
First things first, like bills and rent,
Before your cash on pleasures is spent.

You wanted that weave, those lashes, those nails,
So you blew the light bill money and tipped the scales.
Now you're sittin' in darkness, TV shows can't get,
And it's 90 degrees, no A/C or fan, just sweat.

The water bill money, you spinned and gambled away,
Thought you'd strike it rich, but lost all in a day.
Now you can't bathe, or flush, or clean,
Living a life that's anything but serene.

Sci-Fi Junkanoo

 
Sci-Fi Junkanoo

"Sci-Fi Junkanoo Dancer" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Sci-Fi Junkanoo

"Sci-Fi Junkanoo Dancer" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

Unicorn Romance - PC Wallpaper

 
Two white unicorns at dusk with moon and stars.

"Unicorn Romance" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

Download full size wallpaper: 5120x2880

Island Sheep Farm

 
Island Sheep Farm

"Island Sheep Farm" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Island Sheep Farm

"Island Sheep Farm" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

Zyephris - PC Wallpaper

 
Futuristic city over sea.

"Zyephris" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano
 
Download full size wallpaper: 5376x3072
 
 
Futuristic city over sea with subarine.

"Zyephris" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano
 
 Download full size wallpaper: 5376x3072

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Pinewood Gardens: A Waterlogged Nightmare and Potential Solutions

Flooded Island Neigborhood

"Flooded Island Neigborhood" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Pinewood Gardens: A Waterlogged Nightmare and Potential Solutions

 

Introduction: The Origins of Pinewood Gardens

Pinewood Gardens, located in New Providence, Bahamas, is a residential community established in 1972 by Pinewood Gardens Ltd. It was purchased in liquidation in 1983 by Arawak Homes Ltd. Initially, it was developed to provide affordable housing for Bahamians, targeting middle- and lower-income families looking to invest in homeownership. At the time of its development, New Providence was experiencing significant growth, and many Bahamians sought to own land amidst the island’s expanding suburban landscape. Pinewood Gardens appeared to be an ideal solution—an area that would allow families to settle into homes away from the increasingly crowded capital of Nassau.

However, the development of Pinewood Gardens was not without controversy. Questions arose over the suitability of the land for residential purposes. Over the years, this community has faced persistent and severe flooding problems, exacerbating concerns about the land's conditions and whether it was ever appropriate for residential development in the first place.

Tropic Deck

Tropic Deck

 "Tropic Deck" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Tropic Deck

"Tropic Deck" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano