This time, I insisted on abandoing his "throw back" vehicle and getting something more reasonable. The Toyota Yaris is what we were given and Blake adored it.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Blake's New Love
We rented this car yesterday to tour the island. On EVERY OTHER VACATION, Blake has rented a jeep. Yes, while I was 7.5 months pregnant in Cabo San Lucas, he rented a jeep. So comfortable.
This time, I insisted on abandoing his "throw back" vehicle and getting something more reasonable. The Toyota Yaris is what we were given and Blake adored it.
This time, I insisted on abandoing his "throw back" vehicle and getting something more reasonable. The Toyota Yaris is what we were given and Blake adored it.
More From Our Trip
This gift shop is located inside the El Yunque Rainforest. Kind of takes away from the authenticity!
Inside the tower.
The view.
The Puerto Rican E.T., according to Blake.
Lovely drive through the island.
This one reminds me of Hawaii.....the view from Waikiki.
We saw this guy on the way into the rainforest. This picture does not accurately display his size. He looked like a small dog. Kelly, each time I see one of these, I think of you!
Inside the tower.
The view.
The Puerto Rican E.T., according to Blake.
Lovely drive through the island.
This one reminds me of Hawaii.....the view from Waikiki.
We saw this guy on the way into the rainforest. This picture does not accurately display his size. He looked like a small dog. Kelly, each time I see one of these, I think of you!
Monday, June 23, 2008
Small Preview
The husband is dragging me down to dinner with the co-workers (H&R Block Incentive Trip)....so this will be brief.
We drove into San Juan today and I simply can't print enough good things about this city. I could have spent days wandering the streets taking pictures.
Here is where we wandered in to eat lunch and ended up staying an hour plus. Lovely restaurant. We tried the Mofango.....this local dish everyone raves about...fried plantains with additions....we chose shrimp.....OK at best. Ambience and restaurant style = A+.
Lovely San Juan.....reminds me of New Orleans....more on that later.
At the El Yunque Rainforest.
This picture is hard to explain.....240 species of trees all in one place......absolutely breathtaking.
Back at the hotel.
We drove into San Juan today and I simply can't print enough good things about this city. I could have spent days wandering the streets taking pictures.
Here is where we wandered in to eat lunch and ended up staying an hour plus. Lovely restaurant. We tried the Mofango.....this local dish everyone raves about...fried plantains with additions....we chose shrimp.....OK at best. Ambience and restaurant style = A+.
Lovely San Juan.....reminds me of New Orleans....more on that later.
At the El Yunque Rainforest.
This picture is hard to explain.....240 species of trees all in one place......absolutely breathtaking.
Back at the hotel.
Landed In Puerto Rico
After flying all night, we arrived in San Juan this morning at 5:30am. One layover in Houston, left there at midnight and slept a bit on the plane hoping to feel awake enough to start our day after just a bit of rest.
We were lucky enough to check into our room, requested an upgrade and got it.....unpacked now and waiting on the rental car. Blake and I always take one day to tour the island or coast of wherever we are and it proves to be worth every penny.
A few initial shots of our resort. Puerto Rico is lush and green and beautiful so far.
Britney and Pa, please show Carter our hotel room. It's way hipper than we are with a funky, modern Miami-esque feel to it.
Off to tour the island soon and back later with a few more pictures if time. Enjoy your day!
We were lucky enough to check into our room, requested an upgrade and got it.....unpacked now and waiting on the rental car. Blake and I always take one day to tour the island or coast of wherever we are and it proves to be worth every penny.
A few initial shots of our resort. Puerto Rico is lush and green and beautiful so far.
Britney and Pa, please show Carter our hotel room. It's way hipper than we are with a funky, modern Miami-esque feel to it.
Off to tour the island soon and back later with a few more pictures if time. Enjoy your day!
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Help Has Arrived
Britney and Trysten arrived safely last night. We had a good time at dinner.....The Brighton Depot.....a restored train depot, now restaurant with the friendliest service and pretty good food. A train circles the building inside and Jack couldn't have loved that more.
Jack so wants to be buddies with the boys and occassionally they oblige and include him. Otherwise, he's just a 2 year old trying to fit in.
Lainey at dinner.
Back at the house. We bought Trysten the same outfit as Carter and Britney is less than thrilled about our reviving his love of muscle shirts. By the time he leaves, I think he'll be hooked. Take a look at Jack here....I asked for Trysten and Carter to pose and sweet Jack tries to include himself.
At the pool today.
For Mae Mae.....the shirts you bought the boys 3 years ago....still favorites and still fit!
We're off to the airport now to pick up Pa and leave for our trip. Perhaps a post or two from Puerto Rico, but if not, have a great week and say some prayers for Britney and Steve!
Jack so wants to be buddies with the boys and occassionally they oblige and include him. Otherwise, he's just a 2 year old trying to fit in.
Lainey at dinner.
Back at the house. We bought Trysten the same outfit as Carter and Britney is less than thrilled about our reviving his love of muscle shirts. By the time he leaves, I think he'll be hooked. Take a look at Jack here....I asked for Trysten and Carter to pose and sweet Jack tries to include himself.
At the pool today.
For Mae Mae.....the shirts you bought the boys 3 years ago....still favorites and still fit!
We're off to the airport now to pick up Pa and leave for our trip. Perhaps a post or two from Puerto Rico, but if not, have a great week and say some prayers for Britney and Steve!
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