I have to admit, “X” was a tough one. The only “X” words that came to mind were “x-ray” and “xylophone.” So I spent a bit of time on the internet looking through Scrabble guides for “X.” When I saw “xenophile,” I knew I had a winner. A xenophile is a person attracted to or has an interest in that which is foreign, foreign peoples, manners, language, and customs. At My Irie Time, we are undoubtedly xenophiles, particularly with respect to the Caribbean. Before each trip, we research the history of each country, the influences of other nations upon it, and the traditions and customs of each island, with respect…


