Goodbye Vacation

Our last day on the ship ended up being a stormy day but none of us cared.  We had a great week and were happy to relax indoors on the ship playing cards and just relaxing.  The twins went to Kids Camp and had a blast.  They got their faces painted, met Freddy the Fun Ship mascot, and got a book about Freddy.  They were thrilled.  It was very sad to say goodbye to the ship and return to real life!

Grand Caymen

Elaine fueling up at breakfast to see the turtles!

 Today we docked at the Grand Caymen Island.  We headed out on an excursion with Nonie and Poppy to see their famous turtle farm.

Ethan and Nonie dancing while we waited for our bus to transport us to the turtle farm



Elaine took to the turtles right away and loved every minute of holding them.

Ethan held the turtle for a split second,
thankfully Momma has cat-like
reflexes and caught the turtle before
it hit the ground!

The farm had a pool where Ethan definitely had fun sliding down with Daddy.

After the turtle farm, we headed to Jimmy Buffet's for some apps and a drink before getting back on the ship.

Honduras

Today we docked in Honduras.  We took an excursion to spend the day at the beach.  We got to ride a sky chair to the beach and had a wonderful time.

Belize

Enjoying breakfast before we head to land.

Traveling the Carribean is tiring....not even lunch and already tired!

Today we docked in Belize.  We didn't do an excursion, instead we jumped on the boat and headed to explore the shops in Belize. 

Dinners Galore Along with a Surprise Bedtime Greeting

Every night we had dinner in the main dining room.  It was fun to get showered and dressed up each night.  Ethan's favorite nights were when he could wear his suit.

 

Ethan tries to master balancing a spoon on his nose

Each night after dinner we were greeted by a new animal towel waiting for us.  The twins named them all "Sasha" and looked forward to their appearance each night.

Dolphin Encounter

 

Today we docked in Cozumel.  We got the chance of a lifetime and had a dolphin encounter.  We got to pet, kiss, dance and ride a dolphin.  The twins were amazed as were all of the adults!

Relaxing with Jake and Morgan after the dolphins and some shopping

A Full Day at Sea

Today was a full day at sea.  The kids wanted to hit the pool so we slathered up in sun screen and enjoyed the tropical weather out on the deck.

 

The twins quickly find the ice cream machine and take a break from swimming for a minute.



The twins check out the ocean view before their shower and dinner.

A Week at Sea Begins!

  Yesterday and today was full of travel.  We started with flying into Tampa on Sunday.  It was the twins' first plane ride and they were both excited and very well behaved.  We got into Tampa late and grabbed a hotel for the night.  The next day we had a great breakfast and headed to board the ship.

Elaine is showing her "before the tan" shot

Ethan entertains himself at the Atlanta airport on the way to Tampa

The twins are surprised by Nonie and Poppy with a gift in their room on the ship.  They each got a great backpack, towel and swim googles.  Thanks Nonie and Poppy!

A Visit From Montgomery's Finest

Today at the pool, Montgomery's Fire and Police departments brought in their vehicles for the kids to play on and explore.  We took a break from swimming so the kids could check it all out.

Hopefully the only time I'll see them in the back of a police car!!!

Ready for the next fire

Father's Day Presents

Today the twins and I headed to the Mad Potter to make Patrick a special Father's Day present.  They loved painting him coffee cups and cannot wait until they are ready to pick up.  Now I just have to keep them from telling him before we pick them up.