A Cruise & A Blog Break

So, I went on a cruise last week. Yeah, I know, I didn't share. I just didn't feel comfortable telling the internet I would be out of the country for a week, so I apologize that I haven't been responding to comments or emails. But I'm back! And it's Christmas!

My husband and I went on the cruise with my parents, siblings and grandparents. There were nine of us total. Cruises are so perfect for big groups. We really had a wonderful time.

My husband loves animals, so getting to hang out with a sea lion was one of his favorite moments.

Shuffleboard on the deck.

The ladies in Merida, Mexico.

My sister and I in Cozumel.

My 84 year-old grandpa was such a trooper. He even got a special sand wheelchair so he didn't miss anything.

Obligatory Hunny beach shot.

The food... oh man, the food. It was so good. And so fancy.

If you've ever been on a cruise, you are familiar with towel animals.

It was so hard to come back to cold, icy weather. 

We really had a fantastic time. It didn't feel like Christmas while we were on board (since it was 90 degrees outside and we were snorkeling) so when we got back on Saturday I started to feel a little sad that the holiday season is almost over. Why does it go by so fast?

I want to enjoy the holidays as much as possible, so I'm going to take a little blog break from now until January 2nd. I might end up popping in before that, but no promises. 

Thank you to all of you who have supported me this year. A few friends, a lot of strangers (who feel like friends!) and my family. I really love this little hobby of mine and it just makes me feel so honored that anyone would want to read my words. THANK YOU!

Merry Christmas!