Some random thoughts I had on our vacation:Day 2 - 4/10/08
The staff here is incredibly gracious.
The ocean water is the most beautiful blue.
Palm tress against a blue sky are absolutely soothing.
The sound of waves coming to shore is hypnotic.
Lounging on the beach next to Dan is just what I dreamed it would be.
It is simply beautiful here.
It is fun to hear so many different languages being spoken.
Day 4 - 4/12/08
Relaxing isn't always easy, but it is worth it.
Salmon, cream cheese and tomatoes on bread seems to be a breakfast food for many people.
Sometimes a person just really needs to sleep.
Learning another language would be a good thing.
Even though there is an abundance of food and drink all around, a person doesn't have to overeat...or over-drink.
Bob Marley music on the beach in the evening with the noise of the ocean in the background is something to be enjoyed.
I do not know where I am on a map and have no idea how to get anywhere from where I am. It is kinda strange.
The weather here seems to be beautiful everyday. Blue skies, nice breeze.
There are a lot of different people in this world. Put them around a pool and they all seem to get along and respect each other's stuff.
Dressing up for dinner is really kind of nice.
Day 6 - 4/14/08
I usually have no idea what time it is.
It is going to be very hard to go back to the routine of life. It will be strange not be with Dan all day long.
I am going to the spa at 11 am. That is the first scheduled time I have had for anything since the day we arrived.
Having your first cup of coffee outside under blues skies and palm trees makes it much more enjoyable - and you feel no need to gulp it down.
I do not want to back to work - but this is all the time I'll give that thought right now.
There is no traffic noise here. The only motorized sound you hear is the occasional weed trimmer.
I finished an entire book in two afternoons and plan to start another today.
I didn't write anything else down after this day, but I want to record for history that this way the best vacation we have ever had. Dan and I felt totally privileged and grateful that we were able to go to such a place. We actually left on our trip on what would have been my mom's 83rd birthday. She would have been really happy that we used some of the money we have because of her to do something like this. She always told me that we should take a trip because we will remember that long after we would remember a thing that we had bought. She was a very wise woman as I don't think I will ever forget it.
Staying hopeful -
Jah
5 comments:
Alright, alright, a simple "it didn't suck" will do. :)
That's nice that it was also a gift from your Mom...makes it all the cooler.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, dear. I forgot all about the Bob Marley on the beach night. Yep, it doesn't get much better than that.
This is such a nice post. I'm glad you and dad had fun. Although the thought of not knowing what time it is would really freak me out. Maybe that's a sign that you should send me to the DR. :)
Don't underestimate yourself - you remind me so much of grandma. I am blessed for knowing you both. In trying to learn to be more patient and less frustrated, I ask my self, "how would my mom react?" Puts a hole new twist on WWJD? You should put that on some bracelets and market yourself. :)
I have always felt the most suspect people in the world were those who say they don't like the ocean - it is, in my opinion, just the most wonderful place to be. I'm so glad this trip turned out to be just what you imagined -- and I think your mom would just be thrilled, in her quiet way, that she was able to help you celebrate your marriage in this way. Congratulations on it all.
Thanks for all the great comments. I should try this blogging thing more often. :)
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