Florida Trip - May 2010

Best Buddies on the Beach



Hollywood Beach Brunch with Lynlee


Mother's Day with Mom



As I mentioned in my last post, I recently visited Florida. With only 1 week to see friends, family and meet James' family for the first time as his fiance, the trip was really packed. I didn't get to see everyone I wanted, but I did get in some much needed lady time, with some of my favorite ladies.

We arrived the day before Mother's Day. Luckily one of my best friends was off that weekend. Lynlee and I spent the whole weekend together, and even got in a sleepover. That sacred lady time was reinvigorating. I also had the chance to see Alison, who I hadn't seen in at least a year. Another highlight was my first pedicure with Lynlee and Tera. Seeing my mom on Mother's Day turned out to be really nice, and I appreciated catching up with her. Some of the last people I saw were Andrea and Sarah. This was a real treat because Andrea is moving to Tallahasse this summer to start Law School.

Visiting James's family is always nice, but this visit was especially important since we are engaged now. We were both wished much happiness, and they have all welcomed me into the family with open arms.

Seeing Grampie was a fun treat. We did our usually, just like I was still living next store, only it was much too abbreviated.

Lastly, I sadly didn't get to see my brother, or my dad for a second time. Unfortunately, time was short and didn't allow the quality time that was needed. Next visit I will surely have to make more time for them. I did however get some much needed lady time, with my favorite ladies. Thanks for a great visit Florida - see you in December!

Robert's Visit

In the middle of September I had an unexpected visit from my brother. He had a conference that he needed to attend for his work, so I was able to see him for 2 days. It was a short visit, but a good one.

Ticket Booked.

Well, I have my ticket booked to return home for the holidays. I'll be making my departure down there on Dec. 18 and my return is expected (although not yet bought) Jan 1, 2009. So i should have about 2 weeks to spend time with all the people I love and miss from the SoFla area. I have to say, I'm rather excited. I've actually always wanted to be able to come "home for the holidays" so its pretty exciting to me.

As it gets closer I'll start talking to everyone to see what the best dates are to see people. I do know that I'm probably spending Christmas Ev, Day and Post in Orlando. So other than those days I'm pretty free.

I look forward to seeing everyone in December!

Dad's Visit

Labor day weekend my dad came up to pay me a visit. I was really surprised that he made the journey since he doesn't like flying anymore. But as he promised, he flew up and spent 4 days up here. We had a great time.

The first day he arrived we just went to dinner and then he went back to his hotel (which he insisted on). The next day we went to the historical Minute Man Park in Lexington. He loved hearing about the history of this country (a true military man). The third day we spent driving around in Boston. Yes, we drove, which is crazy, because the streets are always full and Boston is known as a walking city. After seeing the sites we all made it an early day, and I said my good-byes. The last day dad prepared to leave.

I really enjoyed his company and so did James (my partner not dad). After my dad returned home he ordered us a table and chairs for the front porch of our house so that we could have somewhere nice to sit. What a sweet guy, thanks dad.