The suitcases are packed. The mid-term exams have been taken. Young son finished his 400 page accelerated reader book to earn 29 points. Everything is finished at the day job and it's time for a much needed break. This year we are doing something we've never done before. We are taking a cruise. We will be joined by my best friend Susie and her family and my good friend Sirene and her daughter Sydney.

We will first visit San Juan Puerto Rico and then venture off and visit 5 different islands. St. Thomas,St Maarten, Antiqua, St. Lucia, and Barbados. We plan on many beach days, snorkeling and swimming with the sea turtles. Personally I hope there's a dolphin or two.

I just want you to know that these photos do not lie. It is really this blue in the Carribean. I will be gone a week but then I'll be back to share our adventures. Bon Voyage!