December on Symi.

The rains have arrived on Symi with a vengeance, this morning the black clouds gathered over the mountains and the heavens opened. It never fails to fascinate me how quickly the water gathers in torrents and cascades down the passageways to the Kali Strata and beyond. I managed to make my way to the bus stop in time to catch the 10.30 from Chorio, once onboard I noticed the heat within the bus sending steam off the backs of the drenched passengers, the wet umbrellas were left in various stages of half open and closed and placed in the aisle, the excess water gathering in pools. By the time I had reached the harbour in Yialos the rains had stopped and the winter sun was breaking through the clouds. People were now going about their business, the bakery; banks and the Post office seemed the most popular venues.

A new project which has just taken place in Chorio is the “Handmade in Symi” exhibition, the brainchild of Ian Haycoxs. The opening reception was on the 18th December and it houses various pieces by local residents and pupils of Ian’s art classes. The turnout at the exhibition was exceptional and it says a lot about the community spirit on Symi.

Guest post by Ged Horton