Andy & I leave in 42 hours for the big, blue sea! And for those of you who know me very well, know that this is a huge departure for me. We've never done a vacation like this. We actually went on a cruise about 27 years ago, but it was part of a youth minister's conference and the youth and youth workers graciously paid my way to go along with Andy. It was fun. But I promised I'd never go on another one unless I went with people I knew. I think it's the only way to have a really great time on a cruise.
A couple of months ago, Lindsey called me and told me that she and David and their kids were going on a cruise. I knew they'd been contemplating a fun family vacation, but this totally took me by surprise! I think I jokingly said, "Can we go with you?" "YES!!," was her answer. Then she really began trying to talk me into it. Honestly? I didn't care if we went. I'm not a water and sun person (redheaded, you know...). I knew we'd have fun with our kids and grandkids, but a cruise? When I asked Andy about going, I was prepared for him to say " I don't think so." But we tossed the idea around a bit on the phone while he was driving to Amarillo and in about 10 minutes, he called me back and said, "Book it!" I think my response was, "REALLY???" And then I became a bit giddy. I guess I wanted to go more than I thought!
So...we booked it. And we leave in about 42 hours to begin our journey to Cozumel. There's been lots of anticipation among the 6 of us--we've had a countdown. We've looked over the adventures a hundred times and have chosen to swim with the dolphins. We've looked at all of the food choices and Addie (6-years-old) has declared she's hitting the coffee bar first thing! Lindsey & I even ordered some new jewelry to wear on formal night from Sam Moon. (We girls are big spenders!). And Andy said, "FORMAL night??? I thought we were there to relax!!" Yeah, well...pack your tie, buddy...cause I'm gonna be lookin' good.
Think of us Saturday thru Thursday. We'll be riding the waves. I'll be the one in the granny swimsuit.
5 comments:
A cruise is my idea of the best vacation ever! Fancy foods, all you can eat, fun entertainment and then you can do all kinds of cool things on excursions once you get to your destination. I'm sure you will have a blast! Hope you have a wonderful time!!
Are you taking the Carnival Triumph out of Galveston? It will be lots of fun!
AAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!! That's all I know to say!
Have fun. I am so proud of you for going. But i won't get to see you if I come to Texas for Nanny's funeral, and that makes me sad. You guys will have the time of your life. I am praying now no one gets sea sick.
I'm so thrilled for you, Becky! We leave in 9 days for our first family cruise!!! I guess we'll be getting on board the same day you get off. :) My brain is already swimming with the things I need to do to prepare.....AGH!!!
Oh well, you guys have fun!!!
Have a marvelous, memory makin' time!!!!!!
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