Mexico

 My dear sweet mother in law decided that the women in the Cushing family needed a vacation.  Its not that we are busy or anything...but when we are all together, it's all about the kiddos and we never really get a chance to speak with each other about anything deeper than the daily grind. 

So, she took us all away for an all expenses paid Mexican Cruise.  LUCKY?!,  Tell me about it! We had such a great time and got some great one on one time to spend time getting to know each other so much better.  I have a new understanding and appreciation for my mother in law and both of my sisters in law.

 Here is a shot of my mother in law and I getting ready to board the plane...

 and of course the necessities, lots and lots of magazines!

 Getting to the cruise port was a breeze, a short flight to Long Beach and Verity right there to meet us and head over to the boat.  We are SO very excited!

 One of many nights where we spent time listening to music, comedy, and shows on the cruise boat.  There was never a dull moment - we were always on the go.

 Many of our meals were spent at the buffet - except for dinner, it was just an easy way to grab and go, with tons of choices and all you can eat.  You can't really go wrong there!  We tried so many different and exotic foods, but I have to say that the duck was the absolute WORST!

 We spent lots of time talking about who was going to get off of the boat and explore Mexico and who was not.  Heather and I had decided that we were going on the adventure - and heading into the great unknown.  Deb and Verity, with a little persuasion, came along for the ride, and I think they were glad.  After a bumpy ride on an old bus, we made it to the "blowhole" attraction, great bargain shopping, some pushy venders, dancing and beautiful countryside!

 I have to say that it was very cold while we were on the boat and in Mexico, but there was one day that we decided to lay out, read, and chat.  It was wonderful. 

 Here we are in our old lady hats!

 The last night in our formal clothes.  The time went by so quickly and we had such a great time.  I know that I feel so much closer to these wonderful women and count myself lucky to have had this experience with them.  On to the next one, right!