Trees, Trees, and Trees

It was not what I was expecting. I do not know what it was, but for some reason the trees grabbed my attention as soon as we left LAX airport. There were trees everywhere. Not just typical trees, but on one side of the street there were palm trees and on the other some kind of pines. Then there were these amazing trees with violet flowers. I guess it wasn't so much the abundance of trees, but the variety. Driving through Long Beach I wanted to stop to take pictures, but was actually afraid to get out of the car (unfortunately the trees were the only nice things in this area). We did get to venture out to Hollywood and Beverly Hills....a totally different experience. Overall, it was another good trip to California.

Shades of Blue

Every shade of blue was seen while sailing in the Caribbean. From the turquoise blue waters of Cozumel to the blue Royal Caribbean logo on our pina colada glasses, shades of blue surrounded us. The ship had every amenity you could ask for along with a friendly and energetic crew. The combination of the hot sun and a constant breeze (sometimes a blow-me-off-the-ship wind) was perfect for lounging on the upper deck. The ship cruised from Fort Lauderdale to Key West and Cozumel.

Sherry and I at the port in Cozumel (our ship was the Enchantment of the Seas).

Our favorite drinks...Berry Pina Colada

The Cozumel Coast

Cruising in our Jeep in Mexico

Brandy, Aunt Darcy, Mom, Sherry, and Me (our last dinner on the ship)

There is no place like home...

Kane, PA will always be one of my favorite destinations, especially this time of year. Now that I am living in Tennessee, I miss out on the snowy winter season. It's one of those things that you don't really appreciate until you don't have it anymore, but then again, I know there are lots of people out there that would be perfectly ok if it didn't snow. I love it! I miss those early mornings where the trees are covered and walking outside putting fresh footprints in the snow. I miss playing in the snow, wearing heavy snow boots, red noses, drinking hot chocolate, and even driving the back roads when we shouldn't.