Back at castaway cays...

We were up around 7am. We got dressed and headed for breakfast. We headed off the ship around 8:45am. We found a shady place and dropped off our stuff. We headed for the lagoon and saw a lot of different fish. We saw a sea turtle and followed it around for a while. It was really cool.  After about 2 hours in the water, we dried off and went go get some lunch.  Beth did the pelican plunge and she said it was really fast. We then headed back to the lagoon for a couple more a hours of snorkeling. We then headed back to the ship. Beth did the Aqua Duck on the ship. It is a water tube that goes around mid ship. Beth said it went really fast and was a great ride. After dinner, we packed up as we are leaving for Disney World after we leave the ship.

 

At Sea....

We slept until a little after 8am. We took showers and went to have some breakfast. It seemed like the ship found a nice calm area and just dropped anchor. We spent the day shopping on the ship  and just resting. I was surprised that there were not more people trying to selling you more points, but it seems like this it just a normal cruise. We had the pirate dinner and fireworks and they were really cool.

Castaway Cays

We got up around 7am. We got dressed in our swimming suit and went to have breakfast. We then came back to the room and picked up stuff and headed to the beach. We rented bikes first for a 3 ½ mile bike ride. It has been a LONG time since we were on bikes, but it came back to us after a little while. We went to the observation deck, which was 2 stories high. I did make it to the top but the wind was blows and the deck was swaying, so down I went. You could see the ship and boy does it look big. We then headed down the path and came to a very cool spot and you could really see all the colors of the sea. We finally ended the bike ride and I was glad. My butt and hips are not used to riding a bike. We headed to the snorkel area. We saw all sort of fish and even a barracuda. We have never see one of those and did not even know it was near us until I almost ran into it. We were out there around 2 ½ hours. We were getting hungry and headed to the foot station. We then collected out stuff and did a little showing. We headed back to the boat around 3pm and took showers. I was really tired and just laid around for a couple hours. It was pirate night, so we got dressed in our pirate outfit and headed to dinner. We then went to the Disney Villains production. We had seen it on the last Disney cruise, but wanted to see it again. From there we went to see the comedian Maryellen Hooper. She was so funny and we laughed the whole hour. It was 11pm and we are off to bed.

 

 

 

Cruise time

 

 

We were up around 7am, took showers, and loaded the car. We stopped for breakfast at a little bagel place and breakfast was sure good. It took us about 2 ½ hours to get to the cruise terminal. We dropped off the luggage and went to park. We did not have to wait in line long and we all checked in and boarding the ship. We had some lunch and then we were able to get in our room. Beth had surprised me with sparking cider, chocolates, flowers and fruit for our anniversary. It was really nice of her and I knew nothing of it. We went to the sail away party and had a great time. We came back to the room and unpacked and got ready for dinner. We did some pin trading on the way to dinner. We were seated with 2 out couples and had a great time at dinner. We went to the movies and saw Maleficent. I had seen it before, but Beth had not. We then did a little shopping and we were back in the room by 11pm and ready for bed.

Ready to go....

I got up around 7:30am and took a shower. I wanted to be at the washer by 7:55am to make sure I could do our laundry. It was a good thing cause someone else can in about 30 sec after I did. I can’t wait to see what it will be like when everyone is here. So we cleaned up, packed, and loaded what we couple in the car. Beth went to get gas before she went to church. She went with our neighbor’s Bill and Betty and then they picked me up to go to dinner. We went to a place called Sea Watch. It was a nice place with a great view on the ocean. Beth had a cobb salad and I had a prime rib sandwich. They were both very good. So we have a few last minute things to pack in the morning and then will head to the cruise terminal around 9am.

Visitng with the neighbors...

Beth was up before me and I slept until 8:30am. We decided to go to the beach for a few hours and relax. The maintenance manager came by to talk about the fix on Monday. We then left around 10:30am for the beach. We stacked out our spot with our umbrella and chairs and headed for the water. The water was so calm and very clear. It was warm, but you could find a few cool streams. We came back to the condo around 1:30pm and took showers. We had lunch and I went to do a load of laundry and the washer was been used. So I waited an hour and it was in use. We went to dinner and had a key for the door. We were back home around 6; 30pm and the washer was still being used by the same person. So guess I would not be doing any laundry tonight. So we went to talk with Bill and Betty Zimmer about them being in charge of looking out for our place when we are gone. We have become really good friends with them and trust them. We visited with them from 7pm til a little after 10pm. What a great time. Beth is going to church tomorrow evening with them and then they will stop by and get me and then head to dinner with them. It will be a good time.

We have A/C....

We were up around 7am this morning. We were not sure when the a/c guys would be here to look at the stack problem. They arrived around 8:30am. They agreed that the stack and shut offs were an issue and needed to be replaced. They tried to turn the water on and it began to leak, so they stopped. They looked at some more things and then went to talk to the Maintenance Manager. They came back and said the water was back on and we could use the air.  We were so happy as we thought it would be off for the next 4 days. They will come back on Monday and remove the unit and fix the stack issue. They our guy will come back and install the new unit. It began to cool fast in the condo and felt good. One of our neighbors came down and we visited for a while and then went up to their unit. We then left and went to Lowe’s and Costco and came back for some lunch. We both took naps and I think the stress of yesterday caught up with us. I then cleaned the master bathroom and installed towel hooks.  We finished painting the picture fames and added the pictures. They look really good. Beth painted the fish frame and it took looks nice. So things are coming together and we will paint the rest of the walls when we come back in January. We are watching the Eagles game and hoping for a win even if it is preseason.

No A/C....

We got around 7am this morning. We had breakfast and waited for the a/c guy to get here at 9am. He was here right on time and took a look at the unit. That is when all the issues happened. He did not like the look of the updates made to the stack pipe and said it was not up to code. He had us turn off the power to the a/c and 2 minutes later said he was not going to work on it as he said it was not safe and he would not turn the power back on either. WTF….Beth went down to get the Maintenance manger and the  a/,c guy and the manager had a pissing contact as to what was who’s responsibility.  So after 20 minutes of conversation, the a/c guy left and we have no a/c. So the manager called a company that that has worked on a/c for this building and several others and they will be out in the morning to let us know what they think. We had some quick lunch and waited for the bed to be delivered and hoped there was nothing wrong with that process. The bed was delivered and set up with no issues. Thank god, I am not sure we could take any more bad news. We went to Hemp Depot and got one of the small portable a./c units. It was already 87 degrees in the condo. So it is all hiked up and the temp is down a couple degrees. All I can say is, I am glad to be at the beach…I am glad to be at the Beach…I am glad to be at the beach. We did get to meet one of our neighbors in this whole process and got some insight on several things on the building. I sure hope this is not a sign of things to come all week.

We made it....

We were up around 7:30am this morning. We showers and packed everything up. we checked out of the hotel and packed the car. We stopped at Cracker barrel for breakfast. We were in no hurry as we did not have anything planned for today. We were on the road around 9:30am. it was a nice day and the time passed really fast. we stopped and picked up Long John Silver chicken planks for lunch and headed for the condo. We made a first load up to the unit and had lunch. We then only had to make one more load and we were done. We put away a few thing and then went to the grocery store. We picked up everything for dinner for the next few days and came home. It was nice just rest the rest of the evening, well part of it. Beth put together the night stands and I painted on the pictures frames. The a/c guy will here at 9am, so we have to be up and ready to go by then.

Draft day...

We both got up around 7am. Beth took a shower and went to church. I took a shower and finished the rest of the food for the party. We started around 1:45pm and finished around 4pm. Record time for us, but some said I went to fast in getting people to pick. Everyone left around 6pm and we cleaned up everything, took the trash out, and packed the car.  I am so ready for bed and will enjoy sitting al day tomorrow. We are planning to leave around 5am and will post our progress on Facebook. We have reservation to stay the night in St. Augustine, Florida, our usually stop.

House clean...

I got up around 7am this morning. I have be trying to get up earlier each day, so when 4m comes on Monday I will not be as tired. Beth got up around 8am. We had breakfast and I took a shower. I went to the grocery store for last minute items for the draft party tomorrow. I spent the rest of the day cleaning house, so I would not have a lot to do tomorrow. Beth got all the grass cut, fed the birds, and fed the deer. I got the weeds pulled and sprayed. So things are ready to go.

One day closer...

We were up around 8am. We had breakfast and took showers. Beth had to go to church and then we went to Reading. We had lunch at chipotle and then went to Barnes and Noble. We then went to the Restaurant Store then to the Amish market. We got ribs and wings for the Eagles game tonight. Beth went to see Jojo in a skit for her drama camp she was in the last 2 weeks. I took DJ to go pickup her car and then went to Costco and the grocery store. Beth was home when I got back and we had dinner around 6pm. We are now watching the Eagles game and hoping our team looks better this week. We got a lot of packing done and are 1 day closer to leaving.

Vet...

We were up around 7:30am. we had appointments to see Dr. Jill for adjustments. We then went to Wal-Mart and on to pick up Kyle and take him to work. we came home and I went to Costco for a couple of things. we had some lunch and I left to meet a lady at the Conventry Mall parking lot. Se was using the moving blankets we have. I then had to pickup the dry cleaning and back home. We had to take Buster to the vet and get checked for the requirements form the Health Service people. We had a form for the vet to fill out and basically it was just to make sure he was still alive. If he had rabies, he would not last 10 day, so he is go to go, but will have a permanent record. we came home and did some packing. Dawn and Rylee came for dinner and then left around 7:30pm. We are now watching football.

Feeling better...

I got up around 7:30am this morning. I wanted to start getting up a little each day, so when the alarm goes off at 4am on Monday, I will not be so tired. Beth was feeling better today. I do not think she took any of the dizzy pill and is drinking a lot more water. I did laundry and was able to get most of my clothes packed. DJ and gang came by today for a swim. Beth got the trunk of the car packed, so we don't have to worry about that at the end of the week. The next few days will busy as we have running to do and getting ready for the draft on Sunday and leaving on Monday.

Dizzy...

I got up around 8:30am this morning. Beth said she was still not feeling well and we decided to go to Patient First. We got right in and they did blood work, EKG, urine sample, and blood presser readings. All the test came back normal and it was determined that she was dehydrate from the colonoscopy. They gave her some meds for the dizziness and told her to drinks lots of water. We came home and had some lunch. I left for my hair appointment and Beth took a nap. She was feeling  a little better when I got home. We went to BJ's to go shopping and then to pick up her car. So let's hope things are better tomorrow.

Made the paper...

Beth was up way before me. we had breakfast and took showers. I went to the gym to cancel my membership. It was just not worth keeping. I then stopped to get gas and came home. We then took Beth's car to the dealership. It was time for service and the trunk would not shut right. We came home and had some lunch. I then began cleaning the kitchen and mud room. I am hoping to get everything cleaned by the week-end. We looked at the Bucks country newspaper and found our self featured in it. We went to the wedding expo yesterday and they took pictures and we gave an interview.

Waste...

Beth was up and at church by 8am. I slept until 9am and then took a shower. We left around 11:30AM and headed to Langhorne PA. It was about an hour away. We were going to a Gay and Lesbian wedding expo. It was a big bust. They only had about 15 venders and nothing we were looking for. It took us a whole 20 minutes to walk through it. We did get a couple contacts for a few things, but a waste of time. We headed back home and had some lunch. we talked more about the wedding, but I could tell Beth was DONE. So we will again later. This week will be busy with cleaning, packing, and getting ready for the draft.

Swim time...

I did not get up until 9:45am. I had a little breakfast and took a shower. I then had some clothes to take to the dry cleaners. We had pizza for lunch and then go the pool ready for swimming. Dawn and Jo had the boys and their sister this weekend. The all came down for a swim and burgers on the grill. The pool was nice, but was a little cold when you got out. We had a great time. Beth was not feeling well this afternoon. I think the whole procedure of the last 2 days finally caught up with her. Hopefully she will feel better tomorrow.

Preseason...

We were up and out the door by 5:30am this morning. we made it to the center by 6:30am. Beth got right in and was back for the procedural by 7:30am and we walked out and were in the car by 8:30am. They found one little polyp and burned it off. We stopped and had breakfast at Friendly's and came home. we then went to IKEA and found new night stands, a runner rug, and a few other things. we were back home by 2pm. we had a quick lunch and took naps. After dinner, we got ready to watch the Eagles first preseason game. They did pretty good and can't want for next week's game.

Prep for Beth...

We got up around 8:30am this morning. The yard guy was here and Buster left him have it with his barking. Beth had to prep for her procedure tomorrow. So only liquids and a lot of miralax. I left around 11:30am to get lunch and then went to the bank, Lowe's, and Michael's. Dawn called around 2pm and asked if I could pick up Rylee. She had been to the dentist with a bad tooth and had to have a root canal. She had some pain meds, but did not want to take then if I could not get Rylee. I said no problem. I replaced the lent tube on the dryer today as it was really dirty. I then cleaned the bathroom and did 4 loads of laundry. I left around 4:30pm to go get Rylee. She was so surprised to see me as she did not know I was coming. We went to McDonald's for dinner and then she played on the playground for a while. I took her home around 6pm and we watched TV til Jo got home. Dawn was asleep. I came home and we watch some of the preseason football. We have to get up at 5am tomorrow as Beth had to be in Allentown by 6:30am for her procedure. At least it will be over early.

New purchase...

I got up around 8am this morning. Beth was up and having her morning coffee. I took a shower and headed out. I had to pick up a purchase I made on the yard sale site. It was a pair of life guard chair lamps. The will go great in the condo. I then went to Target and on to Wal-Mart. I got home around lunch time and had fried chicken. Beth was working on the vent for the condo and a couple other projects. We found out that the night stands we got we not in good shape. It appears they had water damage had a musty smell. So it is back to looking at night stands. I spent the rest of the after printing pictures for the frames in the condo. Beth starts her prep for her colonoscopy tomorrow. I will be eating with Dawn and Rylee at their house tomorrow.

Not much of anything

I did not get up until 8am. We had breakfast and took showers. We took Kyle to work around 10:30am and then went to Best Buy, Target, and Lowe's. We had lunch and Beth went to work in the garage. I can not say I really did anything the rest of the day. We had dinner  and are now watching the Phillies game. Can't wait for the football games to start.

Cleaning time...

We were up and out the door by 8:30am. we had appointment o see Dr. Bill for adjustments. After that, we went to AC Moore and PetSmart. We then went to Michael's and PetCo. We came home and had some lunch. Beth went out to cut the grass and I went downstairs to do some cleaning. We have the football daft and I need to see what items we need for the party. I finished up around 5pm and got dinner started. we had flat iron steak and potatoes & onions on the grill. Yum Yum. It seems the hot temperatures are taking a break. I think the high all this week is only going to be 81 degrees. The pool is really feeling it also and is only 82 degrees.

Buster had a records...

I got up around 9am this morning. Beth missed going to 8am mass. We had some breakfast and then worked on the pool. Dawn, Jo, and Rylee got here around 11am. Jo's mom and her 3 granddaughters got here around 11:45pm. We were all swimming and going down the slide when Jenna came off the slide crying. We asked her what was wrong and found out Buster had bit her on the foot. So after looking at it, they decided to take her to urgent care to have it looked at. It was a pretty deep gash right around her ankle. So Jo and her mom took her. They took x-rays to make sure there was no chip of the bone near the ankle and no stiches were needed. But Buster how had a record at the humane department for biting. So he will only be allowed to swim when it just Beth and I. The rest of the time he will spend in the house as he can not be trusted anymore. So they came back and we visited for awhile before everyone left around 4:40pm. We left to go to Jo's parents around 6pm. We had a great dinner and a good time visiting.

Day of quite...

I slept until almost 9am this morning. Dawn and Beth were on the porch having coffee. After Dawn left,  we took a shower. Beth went to K-mart and then to Wal-mart and I did a load of laundry and cleaned up the guest room. We had lunch when Beth got home and then we went our separate ways. I went downstairs to the scrapbook room and Beth went to the living room. Five hours later, I came upstairs to fix dinner. We were going to watch the new Sophia the first when Dawn and asked if we had jumper cables that her car would not start. We id and headed up there to give her a jump. As we were talking, Rylee heard us talking about Sophia the first and wanted to come down to watch it. So we compromised and we watched it at her house. We came home and watched some TV and now it is bedtime. We were suppose to get rain today, but all we got was some spitting.

Last day of vacation...

Beth and I were up around 8am. Payton slept until 9am. We had breakfast and I took a shower. Payton and I went to the movies at 1pm to see Guardians of the Galaxy. It was a n ok movie and Payton enjoyed it. Beth did some stuff at home and picked up something for me that I purchase on the yard sale site. We came home and Payton spent the rest of the afternoon on the couch watching his Ipad. I think he needed to go home to get some rest. We went to McDonald's for his finally vacation meal and took him home. We then went to Best Buy and Target. We had a little bit of rain today, but suppose to get more tomorrow. So Payton said the best thing was the day at the amusement park and second was night swimming.