Jan 8th 2010, we flew off to Miami FL. to go on the Eastern Caribbean for 7 days. It was just beautiful. I didn't care for Miami much but it was O.K. because I knew we were not there for long.
We left Miami on Sat. the 9th and started our Cruise to the first stop "Half Moon Cay".It was
extremely cold for Florida that week as well as the Islands close by there. We wore our jackets that day but still went to the beach for a B-B-Q. we had tons of fun. We had a total of eight couples that was with our group plus some from the group we signed up to go with so in all there was about 50 of us and it was so much fun, fun group. We invited some of our good friends and what a blast we all had together. Hopefully they had as much fun as we did.
The next stop was ST. Thomas , what a beautiful place to see, the Island was so pretty. We took a tour to to out look points then to Megan's Bay for part of the day to play in the ocean , then off to Blackbeard's Castle and gardens. What a fun day and it was much warmer and the water was great. Of coarse dinners were absolutely wonderful , I think I gained a little weight but not to much.
Next we went to San Juan, it was probably one of my least favorites of the Islands we visited. Kind of dirty there, but we still had a great time with Byron and Teresa our Friends. We went to the Old Forts of San Juan, really interesting place and fun to see. Then done some shopping. was able to call home this day and was excited to hear each of my kids voices, decided I really would miss them if I ever moved away, and found out that they really do worry about their parents as well. This is the day we found out there had been a earth quake in Haiti's and they were all worried how close we were to that and if we were safe. Made me feel good they were so concerned. I think it made us all realize just how important we all are to each other. It was definitely a good day with friends and family.
Next stop was Grand Turk., My favorite place of all, what a beautiful Island this is, we had such a good day, a day on the beach and the water was beautiful, and I found a whole beachfront full of sea shells and big ones. Anyone who knows me I love to find treasures and this is one of them to me. Cory was not wanting to carry all these shell back to the ship but I made him. I wanted to bring one home for each of my kids but that didn't end up happening because they were to heavy, so I brought home two for me and gave everyone that was with us one to take home. They all were excited as well to have one. We done some shopping on this stop as well, but didn't bring much home this trip. This was such a relaxing Cruise for us and much needed after the past few months. I really hated to come back to reality but was ready to by the end of the week it is what keeps me constant in life I guess.
I love to see the beautiful areas of the world that God has created for us to see and enjoy. It makes me so thankful for all I have in this life, it always makes me more thankful for my family as well when I go away then return to know they are always here for me and bring me stability in this life. I have such great kids and grand Children. I was once again thankful my Mom was able to go with us again this year, what a blessing it is for her to be able to enjoy her children , we all had so much fun with her. It was good to see her smile and have fun.
When we returned home we came home to a nice cooked dinner that our kids made for us and lots of hugs from them and our grand babies, so I know we were missed while we were gone.
Know I am ready to plan our next trip next year Hum "where should we go " ? and who is up for going with us next year ? Life is to short to not enjoy !
Vacations are memories of good and this one surely was good with good friends and family, new acquaintances and fun time ahead for us all.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Winter is "SnOwFuN"
Wow it has been a long 5 months since my last post. A lot has happened in our family since then.
We have a new baby girl in the family " Morgan Elise Holt ", proud mom and dad J.C. and Elisa, and sister's Paige and Brooklyn. That makes three girls for J.C. and Elisa now. She is adorable can't keep my eyes off of her. She has a ton of hair , dark hair. I think they are going to have their hands full with three girls, but they are all so beautiful. Paige already has boyfriends, she is only 6 and has crushes on boys and is boy crazy, not good. Brook just is one big tease with everyone, but so loving and cute . She is her grandma De Anna's Monkey. I can already tell Morgan will be so special to our family, she came on the perfect day Jan 28th. Our family has had a rough winter and she has defiantly been the bright spot and lifted all our spirits to a high level.
J.C. is now working for West Jordan Police Dept. and loving it. Elisa is still working as a Nurse for IHC, plus being a full time mom and doing a good job at it. She is so loving and patient with her kids and all of us for that fact. I love this girl sooooo Much.
Kendall is in the middle of going through a divorce, He has his girls most of the time. They are so cute and loving. Brinley has such a infectious laugh I love to make her giggle and smile. She has become her grandma's girl and we love to play barbies and read. Kaylie is full of energy and keeps us all busy, but oh she is so happy all the time. Her eyes can tell you story's with the expression she gives. She is a cuddle bug and grandma loves that. I am so thankful for them and to have them here with us most of the time.
Kendall is working for A.P&P. out in Tooele, he loves his job and is really good at what he does. He works long hours but he loves his job. He is doing well and adjusting to being a single parent. He is such a good daddy and loves his girls so much, they are his life. He is finally seeming a lot happier then he has been for a long time. So good to see him happy again, I am loving to see that . It has been hard to see him go through what he has this past year or so but good to see the happiness coming back.
Annie and Ryan are expecting their 2nd little boy around May 19, can't wait for this day. They will have two boys. Hazen is his grandma's little buddy. We have so much fun going to lunch and shopping, yes I said shopping. He is just like his mom when she was little, she love to go to lunch and shopping. We also like to watch movies together " Disney" of coarse. He has most of them memorized. He talks so cute and with so much expression. I can have a great time just sitting and listening to him. I always get tons of loves from him.
Annie is trying to take the test to be a pharmacy tec. and loving working in the pharmacy at Smiths. Ryan is still working as a Rep. for the hunting sights.
He has to travel a lot this time of year for shows, so we try to help Annie as much as possible. I love this girl she is my rock in life. I don't know what I would do without her. I love the time we spend together laughing and enjoying our mother daughter relationship. We have "Monday Night Bachelor " we enjoy watching it together and critiquing the ladies and who we think would be best for the Bachelor. Fun times with her always.
On New Years Day we always have a brunch and go sleigh riding. Our family so looks forward to this day. We bought all the grand kids sleighs for Christmas with snow pants hat, gloves for this year. They were so excited and cute. Brook was the only 3 year old that really like it this year, Of coarse Paige loves it she is now 6. I built a snowman with Hazen and Brinley and we had fun. Great Grandma Bev watched Kaylie since we was sleigh riding on her hills.I think the guys had more fun then the kids, we all took turns all except Elisa, she was due soon so we wouldn't let her have one. We look so forward to this tradition every year. Memories for a life time.
We now have 5 granddaughters and 1 grandson and soon 2, what joy they bring into my life. Being a grandma is the best.
Cory has been in corrections now for 18 years , loves his job and those he works with. I think I wish he could retire, I totally love it when he is home. We have fun together. We just celebrated our 31st anniversary. Where does time go, I think way to fast. I have been so blessed to have him for my soul mate and friend. He is such a good man and dad. I am hoping for 31 more blissful years together.
We just went on a Cruise to the Eastern Caribbean it was so much fun. I will post on this a a later time.
I love my family and hoping 2010 will bring our family happiness and simple joys of life. Happy New year to all my friends and may this year bring only the best to you and your family's as well.
We have a new baby girl in the family " Morgan Elise Holt ", proud mom and dad J.C. and Elisa, and sister's Paige and Brooklyn. That makes three girls for J.C. and Elisa now. She is adorable can't keep my eyes off of her. She has a ton of hair , dark hair. I think they are going to have their hands full with three girls, but they are all so beautiful. Paige already has boyfriends, she is only 6 and has crushes on boys and is boy crazy, not good. Brook just is one big tease with everyone, but so loving and cute . She is her grandma De Anna's Monkey. I can already tell Morgan will be so special to our family, she came on the perfect day Jan 28th. Our family has had a rough winter and she has defiantly been the bright spot and lifted all our spirits to a high level.
J.C. is now working for West Jordan Police Dept. and loving it. Elisa is still working as a Nurse for IHC, plus being a full time mom and doing a good job at it. She is so loving and patient with her kids and all of us for that fact. I love this girl sooooo Much.
Kendall is in the middle of going through a divorce, He has his girls most of the time. They are so cute and loving. Brinley has such a infectious laugh I love to make her giggle and smile. She has become her grandma's girl and we love to play barbies and read. Kaylie is full of energy and keeps us all busy, but oh she is so happy all the time. Her eyes can tell you story's with the expression she gives. She is a cuddle bug and grandma loves that. I am so thankful for them and to have them here with us most of the time.
Kendall is working for A.P&P. out in Tooele, he loves his job and is really good at what he does. He works long hours but he loves his job. He is doing well and adjusting to being a single parent. He is such a good daddy and loves his girls so much, they are his life. He is finally seeming a lot happier then he has been for a long time. So good to see him happy again, I am loving to see that . It has been hard to see him go through what he has this past year or so but good to see the happiness coming back.
Annie and Ryan are expecting their 2nd little boy around May 19, can't wait for this day. They will have two boys. Hazen is his grandma's little buddy. We have so much fun going to lunch and shopping, yes I said shopping. He is just like his mom when she was little, she love to go to lunch and shopping. We also like to watch movies together " Disney" of coarse. He has most of them memorized. He talks so cute and with so much expression. I can have a great time just sitting and listening to him. I always get tons of loves from him.
Annie is trying to take the test to be a pharmacy tec. and loving working in the pharmacy at Smiths. Ryan is still working as a Rep. for the hunting sights.
He has to travel a lot this time of year for shows, so we try to help Annie as much as possible. I love this girl she is my rock in life. I don't know what I would do without her. I love the time we spend together laughing and enjoying our mother daughter relationship. We have "Monday Night Bachelor " we enjoy watching it together and critiquing the ladies and who we think would be best for the Bachelor. Fun times with her always.
On New Years Day we always have a brunch and go sleigh riding. Our family so looks forward to this day. We bought all the grand kids sleighs for Christmas with snow pants hat, gloves for this year. They were so excited and cute. Brook was the only 3 year old that really like it this year, Of coarse Paige loves it she is now 6. I built a snowman with Hazen and Brinley and we had fun. Great Grandma Bev watched Kaylie since we was sleigh riding on her hills.I think the guys had more fun then the kids, we all took turns all except Elisa, she was due soon so we wouldn't let her have one. We look so forward to this tradition every year. Memories for a life time.
We now have 5 granddaughters and 1 grandson and soon 2, what joy they bring into my life. Being a grandma is the best.
Cory has been in corrections now for 18 years , loves his job and those he works with. I think I wish he could retire, I totally love it when he is home. We have fun together. We just celebrated our 31st anniversary. Where does time go, I think way to fast. I have been so blessed to have him for my soul mate and friend. He is such a good man and dad. I am hoping for 31 more blissful years together.
We just went on a Cruise to the Eastern Caribbean it was so much fun. I will post on this a a later time.
I love my family and hoping 2010 will bring our family happiness and simple joys of life. Happy New year to all my friends and may this year bring only the best to you and your family's as well.
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