Vacation Installments 2-7
So, the jellyfish ruined everyday on the beach, but we frolicked in the pool, Lauren learned to not only go all of the way under water, but to jump in without holding the side of the pool and to doggie paddle from one end of the pool to the other. Although Jack liked the pool for a while, his favorite spot to play was in the shower normally used to get sand off of you before you leave the beach. Oh well. To each their own.
We ate at lots of places that were wonderful with great food and view to match. The best meal we had was at Pompano Joe's (http://www.pompano-joes.com/). Both the food and service was outstanding and the view was fabulous. We also enjoy Whale's Tail At Seascape. Also good food and service, but the view was the best. Jack had a little diaper issue here and there was no changing table, so that sucked, but we handled it. When John and I went out for our "date night" we found some seashells which was amazing, because this part of FL is not known for shells, but then we ate at The Donut Hole Bakery Cafe and it was AWESOME! Great food, HUGE portions and very personable staff.
We got to shop at Publix (http://www.publix.com/) and I love Publix. Great store brands and good prices. We got Cuban sandwiches from there and they were so cheap but great value.
Yes, I know I sound like a review site, but so much good food on one trip is almost unheard of.
On Friday, John and Chuck went deep sea fishing on a charter boat and had a ball. They each caught a big King Mackrel fish and would definitely go again.
We took a dolphin cruise and I won't go again. The water was too rough for me and Jack vomitted too, so that's enough for me.
Jack cut a tooth while we were there. Lower left 2 yr. molar.
Glad to be home...
Friday, August 01, 2008
Our vacation: Installment 1
We arrived last Saturday and the condo was very nice. We unloaded our truck, went to the beach and that is when Jack decided sand is EVIL EVIL EVIL and surely going to eat his feet. Thus, running (as well as you can run in very soft sand and being just shy of 20 mo. old) toward the stairs was the only plausible option for him. We noticed no one in the water and wondered why, then John spotted the jellyfish. They would be our nemesis the entire trip.
We explained to Lauren about the different colored flags on the beach and what they meant and that we were waiting for a green flag. It never came. Purple flag means aquatic life which can be jellyfish, stingrays or other dangerous fish. Everyday with the purple flag and varying degrees of yellow and red warning of medium to large waves.
That night, we ate at Joe's Crab Shack. It was good food, good atmosphere and the best part as far as I am concerned was the playground for the kids to use while we waited for our table. The kids got new tie-dyed shirts and that was it for day one.
More later...
We arrived last Saturday and the condo was very nice. We unloaded our truck, went to the beach and that is when Jack decided sand is EVIL EVIL EVIL and surely going to eat his feet. Thus, running (as well as you can run in very soft sand and being just shy of 20 mo. old) toward the stairs was the only plausible option for him. We noticed no one in the water and wondered why, then John spotted the jellyfish. They would be our nemesis the entire trip.
We explained to Lauren about the different colored flags on the beach and what they meant and that we were waiting for a green flag. It never came. Purple flag means aquatic life which can be jellyfish, stingrays or other dangerous fish. Everyday with the purple flag and varying degrees of yellow and red warning of medium to large waves.
That night, we ate at Joe's Crab Shack. It was good food, good atmosphere and the best part as far as I am concerned was the playground for the kids to use while we waited for our table. The kids got new tie-dyed shirts and that was it for day one.
More later...
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Attitude anyone?
No? Didn't think so. Know why? We have all of the attitude in the world RIGHT HERE!! Seriously, this is the worst it has been...so far. I know, it might get worse, but then again, we had a heart to heart tonight, Lauren and I, and we discussed consequences, not the least of which is losing possession of a cherished bear one day for each display of attitude as well as not seeing our best-est friend in the whole world at all this week. Sounds serious? IT IS!
We leave in six more sleeps for vacation, but as far as I can tell, the weather may be rainy while we are there, but that may help us avoid quite so much misery of all being sunburned, so...
Lauren found her backpack for kindergarten. It is Hello Kitty, pink and sparkly. All of the requirements set forth by Lauren being met, we got the rest of her school supplies. Now, the countdown begins.
More later...
No? Didn't think so. Know why? We have all of the attitude in the world RIGHT HERE!! Seriously, this is the worst it has been...so far. I know, it might get worse, but then again, we had a heart to heart tonight, Lauren and I, and we discussed consequences, not the least of which is losing possession of a cherished bear one day for each display of attitude as well as not seeing our best-est friend in the whole world at all this week. Sounds serious? IT IS!
We leave in six more sleeps for vacation, but as far as I can tell, the weather may be rainy while we are there, but that may help us avoid quite so much misery of all being sunburned, so...
Lauren found her backpack for kindergarten. It is Hello Kitty, pink and sparkly. All of the requirements set forth by Lauren being met, we got the rest of her school supplies. Now, the countdown begins.
More later...
Monday, July 14, 2008
Less than a month...
In less than a month, Lauren starts kindergarten. She will be with the big kids, in the real world. I'm afraid. I'm very afraid...and a little sad. She is still my baby, although a chatty baby I will say. She is looking more grown up, especially with all of the missing teeth. Currently, she has lost 7 teeth, and is missing 5 right now. She is an awfully cute little jack-o-lantern.
Jack is running faster all the time. Also, protesting louder EVERYDAY!! And protesting the most mundane of things...where is his drink, he wants his shoes/he hates his shoes, he wants to potty, NO! POTTY!, downstairs, upstairs, down again. I must say though, he is a SOLID napper, great sleeper at night, funny as heck and loves to play!!!
More later...
In less than a month, Lauren starts kindergarten. She will be with the big kids, in the real world. I'm afraid. I'm very afraid...and a little sad. She is still my baby, although a chatty baby I will say. She is looking more grown up, especially with all of the missing teeth. Currently, she has lost 7 teeth, and is missing 5 right now. She is an awfully cute little jack-o-lantern.
Jack is running faster all the time. Also, protesting louder EVERYDAY!! And protesting the most mundane of things...where is his drink, he wants his shoes/he hates his shoes, he wants to potty, NO! POTTY!, downstairs, upstairs, down again. I must say though, he is a SOLID napper, great sleeper at night, funny as heck and loves to play!!!
More later...
Sunday, July 06, 2008
Granddaddy and Lauren
Here's another one I edited. I think I like it and I know Lauren does. Anything that offers pink anything is OK by her.
How do you like this?
There is a new editing tool on flickr that I tried and I can't decide if I like it or not, but here is a picture of Jack cropped, softened, with a frame, rounded edges, and text added. What do you think? Not too bad for free!!
Friday, July 04, 2008
Happy 4th!
We had a wonderful day. Lots of family came to our house for a cookout that was rumored to possibly be rained out, but wasn't (YAY!), packed up and went to Princeton to Rebecca, Bryan and Jenna's house. We ate some more, went to the fairgrounds and watched fireworks in the mist and it was honestly kind of cool. Half way through the fireworks, Lauren and Jack were ready to go. It was no Disney fireworks display, but it was nice. We had a great spot to sit, no one was in front of us and we walked to and from Rebecca's, so no bad traffic.
What a fantastic 4th! Life is really, really good indeed!
We had a wonderful day. Lots of family came to our house for a cookout that was rumored to possibly be rained out, but wasn't (YAY!), packed up and went to Princeton to Rebecca, Bryan and Jenna's house. We ate some more, went to the fairgrounds and watched fireworks in the mist and it was honestly kind of cool. Half way through the fireworks, Lauren and Jack were ready to go. It was no Disney fireworks display, but it was nice. We had a great spot to sit, no one was in front of us and we walked to and from Rebecca's, so no bad traffic.
What a fantastic 4th! Life is really, really good indeed!
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
SO...
She loved bible school, still sings the songs and today wished she could go back right now. I explained that it is over for the year, but she wants to go back anyway.
Today Lauren said, "I know! We could train Jack like a dog!" I said, "To do what?" she said, "Anything!" and then proceeded to put her shoe down, have him pick it up, praised him and then offered him a bite of a banana. Wow!! He's a good dog!
She loved bible school, still sings the songs and today wished she could go back right now. I explained that it is over for the year, but she wants to go back anyway.
Today Lauren said, "I know! We could train Jack like a dog!" I said, "To do what?" she said, "Anything!" and then proceeded to put her shoe down, have him pick it up, praised him and then offered him a bite of a banana. Wow!! He's a good dog!
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
FRIENDS
That is what her bracelet said that she made today at bible school. Today she had fun, but keeps talking about these big boys who are SO BIG! Don't know if they are mean or nice, but I hear they may be 7 or 8 years old and that's old!!
Her friend Jack is in her group and normally they stick together, but at the end of today, they were separated by several kids and neither minded too much. That's fine since next year he won't be in our class, but I am sure that will throw her, for a couple of days anyway!
She seems to like the music as much as anything, though I am sure crafts rank way up near the top as well. We were able to get a CD of the music a couple of weeks ago, so it is familiar to Jack, Lauren and me and they sing the songs at the end of each day and now the songs are getting stuck in her head, which is more than a little frustrating if I do say so. Anyone know any remedies for that particular problem?
More as the week progresses...
That is what her bracelet said that she made today at bible school. Today she had fun, but keeps talking about these big boys who are SO BIG! Don't know if they are mean or nice, but I hear they may be 7 or 8 years old and that's old!!
Her friend Jack is in her group and normally they stick together, but at the end of today, they were separated by several kids and neither minded too much. That's fine since next year he won't be in our class, but I am sure that will throw her, for a couple of days anyway!
She seems to like the music as much as anything, though I am sure crafts rank way up near the top as well. We were able to get a CD of the music a couple of weeks ago, so it is familiar to Jack, Lauren and me and they sing the songs at the end of each day and now the songs are getting stuck in her head, which is more than a little frustrating if I do say so. Anyone know any remedies for that particular problem?
More as the week progresses...
Monday, June 16, 2008
God's big, big, big, big, BIG backyard!!
Bible school started today. She liked it, but it was at her old preschool which kind of threw her for a loop not having her regular room, her regular teacher, her regular friends. She does have friends in her class, but it's just not the same. She did have fun, but it wore her out. VERY GOOD INDEED!!
I'll check in later in the week to keep you posted!!
Bible school started today. She liked it, but it was at her old preschool which kind of threw her for a loop not having her regular room, her regular teacher, her regular friends. She does have friends in her class, but it's just not the same. She did have fun, but it wore her out. VERY GOOD INDEED!!
I'll check in later in the week to keep you posted!!
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