Michael's Christmas gift to me was a trip to Florida to see my sister. My mom flew out and spent the week with as well and we lived it up shopping, playing, relaxing, and more playing. If any of you are needing a break from the long winter I'd recommend Florida. It is so beautiful with great parks, beaches, shopping, restaurants, anything you want. Thanks for the awesome trip Heath and Mom.
Shopping at the biggest outlet mall in the country and of course spending way too much $$$.
We took the boys to the Seaquarium in Miami. We had a great time although Anthony was dissapointed to find out that Nemo lives in the Pacific and can't survive in Florida waters. He tried to find him all day. He did see "Crush" "Zazu" and "Lenny" from various movies and so that just about made up for it.
My kid is afraid of Seagulls. You could tell from the way he screamed when they came near that we don't get out much.
Aunt Heather giving Anthony a view of the nurse sharks.
Love that face.
And that.
Can I tell you how good it felt to go outside without having to layer my kids.
Go Gaters!
Posing with Grandma Cami with the beautiful Miami backdrop.
Me and my sister Heather.
This lady rode the dolphins like they were seadoos. So cool.
My kid is seriously fat.
We went to an outdoor market and bought fresh pesto, bread, produce, and of course girl scout cookies.
More beach time.
Anthony was probably the only kid on the entire beach in the water. He couldn't get enough.
Ethan exploring the sand.
And eating it of course.
Making friends.
What a life. Beach, sun, and mom feeding me.
The Miss America pageant just happened to be on while I was there. Growing up we'd have a girl party every year while watching it and so keeping with tradition we ate ice cream and wore tiaras.
Don't tell Michael that his son insisted on wearing one too.
The parks here seriously rock. I've never seen a park with a carousel in the middle of it. Wow.
Ethan getting some good Grandma time in.
Some of the crazy big houses along the beach.
Shopping at the biggest outlet mall in the country and of course spending way too much $$$.
We took the boys to the Seaquarium in Miami. We had a great time although Anthony was dissapointed to find out that Nemo lives in the Pacific and can't survive in Florida waters. He tried to find him all day. He did see "Crush" "Zazu" and "Lenny" from various movies and so that just about made up for it.
My kid is afraid of Seagulls. You could tell from the way he screamed when they came near that we don't get out much.
Aunt Heather giving Anthony a view of the nurse sharks.
Love that face.
And that.
Can I tell you how good it felt to go outside without having to layer my kids.
Go Gaters!
Posing with Grandma Cami with the beautiful Miami backdrop.
Me and my sister Heather.
This lady rode the dolphins like they were seadoos. So cool.
My kid is seriously fat.
We went to an outdoor market and bought fresh pesto, bread, produce, and of course girl scout cookies.
More beach time.
Anthony was probably the only kid on the entire beach in the water. He couldn't get enough.
Ethan exploring the sand.
And eating it of course.
Making friends.
What a life. Beach, sun, and mom feeding me.
The Miss America pageant just happened to be on while I was there. Growing up we'd have a girl party every year while watching it and so keeping with tradition we ate ice cream and wore tiaras.
Don't tell Michael that his son insisted on wearing one too.
The parks here seriously rock. I've never seen a park with a carousel in the middle of it. Wow.
Ethan getting some good Grandma time in.
Some of the crazy big houses along the beach.
12 comments:
that looks like an awesome rip. Cari you look so good! where did you find that super cute bathing suit?
What great photos...Looks like you had a blast! I'm glad to see you updating the blog so we can see what you guys are up to! Hope all is well :)
Yay good job bears. Way before your 24 hour deadline. Such a fun trip. I loved having you out here! Miss you!
I'm so happy you updated your blog!! Looks like you guys had an amazing trip. I'm excited to go up to SLC to dinner with you guys tomorrow!!! It will be fun:)
Dare I say, it's about time? Those pictures are so cute. For a second, it made Miami look appealing again...but only for a second.
what a fun fun trip!! i bet the sun & heat did feel wonderful. FL is wonderful! we'll meet you guys there next time ;)
OH. MY. BLACKMAIL MATERIAL. Dude- when you're Anthony needs to be put in his teenage place, you just whip this baby out and all will be well.
Your suit is the absolute most flattering I have ever seen!! (not like you need it, Miss Too-Perfect Bod.) So cute! I must find one. But I'm worried that cut requires cleavage, and I so don't have enough of that stuff.
So glad you got to get out and get WARM!! I'm seriously thinking of driving a day or two just to experience it. Brrrrrrrr... ;D
What an awesome vacation- what a great Christmas present! Your kids are getting so big! The tiara pics were so cute- what a fun tradition! Glad you got some time away!
Loved the pics. I love your cute mom and sister. I miss hearing all the news. Looks like you had a blast in Miami. Your boys are too cute. Thanks for the title of your post, now I will have that song in my head for the rest of the day! Love it.
PS. Just went back to look at your pics again after I read Summer's comment. I do love the swimsuit. Is it normal that I tear up when I see pictures of you? I miss you sorella mia!
doesnt a little sunshine go a long way? you look amazing... and i miss you.
Small world? So Cari, I have to ask you a couple of questions, first of all, where in Miami does your sister live? Is she in Miami? Second of all, who is her Bishop? My brother in law is a bishop in a ward down there, and I couldn't help but notice that several of your pictures from this trip match my brother and sister in law's blog to a tee. Especially the ones on the beach and at the seaquarium. But that doesn't really mean anything, I'm just wondering if this world really is that small. It was funny looking at this post and going to my sister in laws blog, it was a little confusing. Hope all is well!
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