Where have we been?

Where have we been? Good question. Seems I have less and less time to sit down and take a couple of minutes to update our blog.


A couple of weeks ago, Brian and I enjoyed ourselves a little cruise to the Bahamas. The Carnival Glory, exactly one week before the Carnival Splendor was stuck out in the Pacific. Anyways, was a great trip, we set out of Charleston, SC, which was awesome because of the driving convince.


The cruise consisted of 2 stops, Freeport and Nassau. On the first day we were out at sea we enjoyed the quiet Serenity deck and took ourselves 4 or 5 naps that day. I only got up once to use the restroom and Brian brought me lunch and drinks all day. What the life!




In Freeport we cabbed it to the beach and Brian enjoyed some banana boating with people from our ship and took a tour of Freeport. Not much there except a ladies coming by every 5 seconds to ask to braid my hair or sell me jewelry. Then we also had the sketchy guys trying sell shirts and other things that were illegal.





Leaving Freeport.

The second stop in Nassau, was more eventful. We toured the city for a bit, did a little shopping and got a bite to eat at Senor Frogs. That afternoon we had booked a snorkeling trip. The snorkeling adventure was to include 3 stops.





First stop, Mid 25 foot depth water with coral reef below close to the floor of the ocean. Beautiful. Our camera that is waterproof worked at first but then died. We got a couple of shots in but that was the end to our camera.

The second stop on the adventure the weather started to turn. This stop was right in the middle of the coral reef "The Elvis", but it the KING of the all coral reefs in the Bahamas. I got a little freaked out because you cannot touch the coral. It will die once humans touch it and also there was fire coral that can sting you up to 3 months. We were swimming so close to it I had to get out, plus one of the fellow snorkelers bumped into the fire coral and starting hollering, so that was my cue to get out.

The third stop, Brian was looking forward to this one our whole trip, was out in the deep blue open water to swim with sharks. Optional. The weather continued to get worse and rain was pelting us, waves were crashing and the boat was all over the place. Our guides took us to the spot but did not allow anyone in the water because of the conditions. So instead of swimming with the sharks they brought the sharks up really close to our boat. Some of these mamas were 10 feet long and flailing and thrashing, trying to get the food at the back of our boat. I wish the camera worked. It was an amazing sight.



Just made port in Nassau. Atlantis behind us. We just admired from our ship, we didn't get a change to visit. Maybe next time.







Overall the experience on the cruise was great. Food was tasty and the entertainment and of course the dance club we frequented a bunch. It was a nice break from reality and it really made me miss my little darlings. As much as I get frustrated with myself as a mom, I missed them so much! No place like home!!!

Happy Halloween!!!!

Happy Halloween! We had a superb time trick-or-treating with the Vo's in their neighborhood in Roswell. Had some awesome grub and then headed out to spook and be spooked. Gabriella was the fair Snow White and Brayden was Dopey Dwarf. At first Gabriella was all about her black wig but when it came time ti wear it trick-or-treating, she had nothing to do with it. All and all a great night for all. Now I am just getting reading to head out of town with my hubby, minus the kids for a whole week.

F is for Fall!

Love, love, love the fall! I cannot say it enough. We made our way to Berry Patch Farms a couple of weekends ago and had a great morning. Perfect weather, perfect timing (just before the big crowd), and perfect company. The Vo's and Cici & Papa joined us on our annual trip.








My Family...best pic we could get with the three of us.

F is for Festival!

This morning we made it to, our now annual trip to, the Roswell Youth Parade & Fall Festival. The kids enjoyed being outside with one another and participating in the fun activities for the day. First we started with a parade through historic Roswell and then headed to the Roswell Area park for some yummy food and fun! Great day to be had by all. Thanks Mimi & Joe for the extra eyes and hands, since Brian has made me a football widow.

F is for Field Trip

A couple of Fridays ago Gabriella went on her first school field trip. Her class walked from her Preschool, to the Marietta Square, to attend the Theater on the Square's performance of How I Became a Pirate. She had a blast! Still after a couple of weeks, she still talking about how Pirates DO NOT brush their teeth and I think she memorized part of their song.

F is for Fair x 2!

The N.Georgia fair came and went and the kids and I enjoyed it twice. We went as a family on the opening day. Great weather, food, fun & people watching. Gabriella rode all of the kiddie rides and some of them more than once. Brayden enjoyed running all over the place an eating an entire corn dog all by himself.










On Friday I was trying to think of something fun for us to enjoy since Brian was in CO for the game. Our family in crime the Vo's suggested the fair, so we met up with them and had another great night of fall fun.

F is for Football!

F is for FOOTBALL.

We haven't been having as many get gatherings for UGA away games as past years because we have been really busy or Brian has been traveling to the games. We did have one get together for the UGA vs S. Carolina and it was the first of Georgia's, as of now, 4 game loosing streak. Blah! Anyhow, a couple of people were able to watch and visit and of course we had some adorable visitors playing outside in the marvelous HEAT.




Brian and I did make the Arkansas game and again, a loss for UGA, but an exciting game and a great time with friends.




During the fourth of UGA's loosing streak Brian made the trek to Boulder,CO to watch the Dawgs, yet again, lose to the Colorado Buffalo. Brian was able to meet up with friends and of course visit with his sister and brother-in-law. Bonus of the trip Brian and Lindsay made it on TV. They had second row seats behind the Dawgs bench. At 8:15 on Saturday night, I started getting phone call after phone call, text messages, & facebook bings on my phone downstairs while I was putting the kids to sleep. I had a friend send me a picture on my phone and then once I got the kids asleep I watched the game on our DVR and sent a clip to Brian and Lindsay to watch after a game. Since I was home by myself Saturday night watching the game, it gave me a little excitement and entertainment.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYSbsk1Qk8E