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May 19th, 2016, 09:27 AM
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Just arrived yesterday and the weather is truly amazing. The airport wasn't too crazy, as I was really worried about it. Reading several articles regarding TSA back up at DTW and CUN. I was quite disappointed Delta Priority desks were not open when I arrived at 5:53 am as Delta had a note attached to my email/ticket regarding being at the airport 3 hours ahead. So I booked on over to the regular counter where I was taken care of immediately by a very nice agent. However, she didn't inform me and I didn't notice I has security clearance and could have gone right through. I ended up walking back to the other security area ( lots of walking at this point) and that's when a TSA agent informed me I should go back to the other security area. I told him "no way" not in these heels. The line went very fast.
Headed to the Sky Lounge. They have a new coffee machine by Starbucks that I'm in love with. Of course the food isn't all that great, but the coffee is awesome. Funny, am elderly man working there started up a conversation with me. He's a retired Detroit police officer. He grew up on the lower east side where I did. He went on and on, I had no problem with this, however, his boss was. She'd come by and tell him to get back to work. Whoa, she was actually kind of rude about it. So a few minutes later he came back over to talk some more and she started walking towards him facing me I could see her rolling her eyes and sighing in disgust. I really felt bad for the guy. But I got the impression he gets reprimanded a lot.
My gate was on the other side of the world. I took,the shuttle and as I got off, I noticed another Sky lounge. I was thrilled. I left the other one way to early because I couldn't take seeing that lady b@tch at the ex cop for another minute. So I strolled in there for one last cup of coffee.
Our departure time was 8:45, boarding was posted as 7:50. But we didn't start boarding until 9:00. But, boarding was pretty quick. I was in first class seat 1 D and new seats and belts that were cushioned. The screen was huge compared to the ones in the head rest. When at the last moment a man sat down next to me he informed me he came in from Chicago. So I'm thinking we boarded late waiting for the connecting flights. Ok...So I'm one of those people who doesn't want to talk to my seat mate. I don't mind the whole hello thing, but that's it. I'm not trying to be a snob, I just want to be left alone. He tried to make small talk, but I shut him down. He got back at me by not getting up when I needed to use the smallest bathroom ever on a plane. I had to practically limbo and hug the bulk head to get around. I personally think he was checking out my chest as I was squirming out of the area.
Terrible turbulence too was killing me. The Capt. Said he was going to 38,000 feet to try and avoid it. It got better when he did that. The crew was very good and really appreciated the Baklava ( that's not how us Lebanese pronounce it) I brought for them. The one male flight attendant said it was to die for and the one lady working from coach said it was the best she ever had. So I was so,happy they liked it. I like to bring something for the plane crew. They are so hard working, do all the holidays and could (hopefully not have too) save your life. They deserve a huge shout out.
First class food just down right blows. Cheese Omelette with potatoes and what looked like under cooked sausage links. Served with a micro heated bagel. Gross. I should have went with the oatmeal. But...This brownie cookie crisp things severed as a snack was awesome. I wanted to grab another bag bout refrained. I knew I'd be eating like a queen all week. As they handed out the customs forms Delta realized the didn't have immigration forms and announced they'd be passing them out at the gate.
I was the first person off the plane. Whooohoo! The male flight attendant came to my seat to say thanks again and put his hand out to help me from being hunched over as 1 C was blocking me in. So boom I was off and headed to who knew what at CUN airport customs/immigration. After what happened to me in December I was worried I was a marked Gringa.
Headed to the Sky Lounge. They have a new coffee machine by Starbucks that I'm in love with. Of course the food isn't all that great, but the coffee is awesome. Funny, am elderly man working there started up a conversation with me. He's a retired Detroit police officer. He grew up on the lower east side where I did. He went on and on, I had no problem with this, however, his boss was. She'd come by and tell him to get back to work. Whoa, she was actually kind of rude about it. So a few minutes later he came back over to talk some more and she started walking towards him facing me I could see her rolling her eyes and sighing in disgust. I really felt bad for the guy. But I got the impression he gets reprimanded a lot.
My gate was on the other side of the world. I took,the shuttle and as I got off, I noticed another Sky lounge. I was thrilled. I left the other one way to early because I couldn't take seeing that lady b@tch at the ex cop for another minute. So I strolled in there for one last cup of coffee.
Our departure time was 8:45, boarding was posted as 7:50. But we didn't start boarding until 9:00. But, boarding was pretty quick. I was in first class seat 1 D and new seats and belts that were cushioned. The screen was huge compared to the ones in the head rest. When at the last moment a man sat down next to me he informed me he came in from Chicago. So I'm thinking we boarded late waiting for the connecting flights. Ok...So I'm one of those people who doesn't want to talk to my seat mate. I don't mind the whole hello thing, but that's it. I'm not trying to be a snob, I just want to be left alone. He tried to make small talk, but I shut him down. He got back at me by not getting up when I needed to use the smallest bathroom ever on a plane. I had to practically limbo and hug the bulk head to get around. I personally think he was checking out my chest as I was squirming out of the area.
Terrible turbulence too was killing me. The Capt. Said he was going to 38,000 feet to try and avoid it. It got better when he did that. The crew was very good and really appreciated the Baklava ( that's not how us Lebanese pronounce it) I brought for them. The one male flight attendant said it was to die for and the one lady working from coach said it was the best she ever had. So I was so,happy they liked it. I like to bring something for the plane crew. They are so hard working, do all the holidays and could (hopefully not have too) save your life. They deserve a huge shout out.
First class food just down right blows. Cheese Omelette with potatoes and what looked like under cooked sausage links. Served with a micro heated bagel. Gross. I should have went with the oatmeal. But...This brownie cookie crisp things severed as a snack was awesome. I wanted to grab another bag bout refrained. I knew I'd be eating like a queen all week. As they handed out the customs forms Delta realized the didn't have immigration forms and announced they'd be passing them out at the gate.
I was the first person off the plane. Whooohoo! The male flight attendant came to my seat to say thanks again and put his hand out to help me from being hunched over as 1 C was blocking me in. So boom I was off and headed to who knew what at CUN airport customs/immigration. After what happened to me in December I was worried I was a marked Gringa.
May 19th, 2016, 04:18 PM
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I love your style! I can appreciate the eau de toilette frustration. My seatmate passed out from multiple Tom Collins, and I had foolishly thought I could get by, when I booked the window.
I have the bladder of a tiny mouse, which was filled with champagne and cranberry juice, on my birthday redeye. That was after I had a wave of nausea, thinking I would put my head under my coat, and ralph quietly, ha ha
Keep it coming! We are considering Cancun as a base, in the late fall.
I have the bladder of a tiny mouse, which was filled with champagne and cranberry juice, on my birthday redeye. That was after I had a wave of nausea, thinking I would put my head under my coat, and ralph quietly, ha ha
Keep it coming! We are considering Cancun as a base, in the late fall.
May 19th, 2016, 05:47 PM
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Thank you Jetset.. Your too kind. I highly recommend Cancun. I've been a lot places, but the people here are wonderful, kind and the hardest working people EVER. And truly from my heart I recommend The Ritz Carlton. It's beautiful, quiet and the food is absolutely fantastic. After all, this is my home. I love when I arrive and I'm told "welcome home" no better feeling.
Customs/Immigration was a breeze. I was out of the airport in less than 1/2 hour. And my ride USA Transfer was waiting as always to whisk me away. Let me back up for a moment. When we deplaned the Mexican airport employees were passing out the missing form Delta didn't have. People were so confused because the form was in Spanish! Imagine that. So many people were asked to leave the custom desk because they hadn't filled them out correctly. And people were rumbling and carrying on. Hello your in Mexico. Take your beef up with Delta not the people working at the airport.
Love the fact I can be at my hotel within 15-20 minutes. As always I was welcomed home by every staff member and taken right to the Club floor to check in. I was given a beautiful room on the corner of the hotel with a big balcony. Large enough for 2 chairs and sun lounger. Turned the A/C down to 60 degrees (hot flashes, what can I say) and headed to the club lounge for lunch.
Lunch was awesome. So many fresh and delish choices. Beautiful salads, always a soup and so much more and mini desserts. Just perfect for a bite or two. Now at this point I was punch drunk. I'd been up since 2 am and it was starting to show. I went back to my room and forced myself to change into shorts and head to the beach. The shorts thing was a mistake. Being to lazy to,put on a bathing suit made me suffer. It was hot as all get out, as my mom would say. Thank God the breeze was 100 miles an hour, otherwise I would have surely died right there on the beach. I felt bad as many staff members were coming over to see me and I felt like dog dodo and my head was about to burst. I laid on a lounger under an umbrella and sweated like a whore going to confession. I finally used all my will and dragged my useless self up,to my room, took some Tylenol and got into a cold shower. It was a life saver. I felt like a new woman for a few hours.
I barely ate any dinner. And every dish looked so good, but I just couldn't eat. I ended up just eating some cheese and crackers. And headed to the lobby lounge. I sat there for a few hours on the balcony. It was refreshing and did my body good. I actually felt better and had 2 Michelidas and Jalepeno popcorn. I love that stuff. I was in bed and passed out by 10 pm. Also Cancun Is an hour behind Detroit and silly me didn't notice and my cellphone never changed the time. In fact it still hasn't.
Slept 7 hours straight. Could be a world record for me. No triplets crying "Mamaw" through out the night. No one waking me up because some disaster is going down. No alarm going off at 4 am to go to the restaurant. It was heavenly. Not too mention the bed here at the hotel is a cloud. I watch the sunrise from my balcony with a cup of coffee. The room has a nespresso (?) machine and I just love that little foamy cup of coffee. After all, coffee I'd my drug of choice. Oh, I forgot..Before I went to bed I could see the big momma Leather Neck turtles crawling on the beach to lay their eggs. The Ritz Carlton has a conservation team taking care of the turtle eggs. After the momma is done laying her eggs the team counts the eggs and rebury's them with a sign to indicate the date and number of eggs. So cool. Unbelievable, the turtles have been coming onto this beach for 10,000 years or more to lay their eggs.
Took a long hot shower and went down to the pool to set up my spot. Sat and just watched the sea for a while and went up and had a light breakfast. Still not much of an appetite. Figured. I do so much cooking for our family and the babies and now is my chance to eat in peace. Usually I have to hide in the bathroom to eat a bowl of soup to get away from the triplets. And now they've figured that out and stand near the door and call "mamaw, let me in. Not by the hair of my chinny chin chin"
Customs/Immigration was a breeze. I was out of the airport in less than 1/2 hour. And my ride USA Transfer was waiting as always to whisk me away. Let me back up for a moment. When we deplaned the Mexican airport employees were passing out the missing form Delta didn't have. People were so confused because the form was in Spanish! Imagine that. So many people were asked to leave the custom desk because they hadn't filled them out correctly. And people were rumbling and carrying on. Hello your in Mexico. Take your beef up with Delta not the people working at the airport.
Love the fact I can be at my hotel within 15-20 minutes. As always I was welcomed home by every staff member and taken right to the Club floor to check in. I was given a beautiful room on the corner of the hotel with a big balcony. Large enough for 2 chairs and sun lounger. Turned the A/C down to 60 degrees (hot flashes, what can I say) and headed to the club lounge for lunch.
Lunch was awesome. So many fresh and delish choices. Beautiful salads, always a soup and so much more and mini desserts. Just perfect for a bite or two. Now at this point I was punch drunk. I'd been up since 2 am and it was starting to show. I went back to my room and forced myself to change into shorts and head to the beach. The shorts thing was a mistake. Being to lazy to,put on a bathing suit made me suffer. It was hot as all get out, as my mom would say. Thank God the breeze was 100 miles an hour, otherwise I would have surely died right there on the beach. I felt bad as many staff members were coming over to see me and I felt like dog dodo and my head was about to burst. I laid on a lounger under an umbrella and sweated like a whore going to confession. I finally used all my will and dragged my useless self up,to my room, took some Tylenol and got into a cold shower. It was a life saver. I felt like a new woman for a few hours.
I barely ate any dinner. And every dish looked so good, but I just couldn't eat. I ended up just eating some cheese and crackers. And headed to the lobby lounge. I sat there for a few hours on the balcony. It was refreshing and did my body good. I actually felt better and had 2 Michelidas and Jalepeno popcorn. I love that stuff. I was in bed and passed out by 10 pm. Also Cancun Is an hour behind Detroit and silly me didn't notice and my cellphone never changed the time. In fact it still hasn't.
Slept 7 hours straight. Could be a world record for me. No triplets crying "Mamaw" through out the night. No one waking me up because some disaster is going down. No alarm going off at 4 am to go to the restaurant. It was heavenly. Not too mention the bed here at the hotel is a cloud. I watch the sunrise from my balcony with a cup of coffee. The room has a nespresso (?) machine and I just love that little foamy cup of coffee. After all, coffee I'd my drug of choice. Oh, I forgot..Before I went to bed I could see the big momma Leather Neck turtles crawling on the beach to lay their eggs. The Ritz Carlton has a conservation team taking care of the turtle eggs. After the momma is done laying her eggs the team counts the eggs and rebury's them with a sign to indicate the date and number of eggs. So cool. Unbelievable, the turtles have been coming onto this beach for 10,000 years or more to lay their eggs.
Took a long hot shower and went down to the pool to set up my spot. Sat and just watched the sea for a while and went up and had a light breakfast. Still not much of an appetite. Figured. I do so much cooking for our family and the babies and now is my chance to eat in peace. Usually I have to hide in the bathroom to eat a bowl of soup to get away from the triplets. And now they've figured that out and stand near the door and call "mamaw, let me in. Not by the hair of my chinny chin chin"
May 21st, 2016, 12:39 PM
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Yesterday was absolutely gorgeous. Once again the wind was wicked. I'm talking surfing waves crashing into the beach. The lifeguards (who ain't bad on the eyes) were blowing their whistles constantly. Because some of these tourist don't get the concept of riptide. The red flags are up for a reason and the sea is corded off for a reason. As much as they whistle and direct people away from the area you'd think people would get it.
The Federal police have been up and down the beach on four wheelers. Poor dudes are dressed head to toe camofloge. They just gotta be dying from the heat. 3 weeks ago at the RUI a local drug dealer was shot by a rival drug thugs at the pool in front of the guests and workers. Every time someone did a TR on TA it would be removed soon after. But on long enough for me to read at least 3 reports. And funny last night I was sitting on a lounger on the beach and a local came up and asked if I wanted to buy cigars ( I was smoking one) I politely said no and he asked me to look at them and when I did I seen it was stuffed with pot! Once again..No thanks and he moved on.
Last night on the club they had Mexican Feista and I ate so much. It was outstanding. And the salsa's were kicking my butt. One was so hot my gums were numb. But as soon as it went away I'd eat some more. Beef and Shrimp fajitas, tacos, lettuce wrap tacos. OMG all so yummy. They set up a Tequlia bar too. But I don't go that way. But many guests were doing multiple shots. I didn't see any of them at breakfast. I have a funny feeling it effected them this morning.
Breakfast was really good too. They had individual eggs florentine. But with a twist. I could have eaten 6 of them. But I refrained myself. And all the beautiful pastries and fruits. I took a bunch of pictures. I'll one day figure out how to post them here.
The Federal police have been up and down the beach on four wheelers. Poor dudes are dressed head to toe camofloge. They just gotta be dying from the heat. 3 weeks ago at the RUI a local drug dealer was shot by a rival drug thugs at the pool in front of the guests and workers. Every time someone did a TR on TA it would be removed soon after. But on long enough for me to read at least 3 reports. And funny last night I was sitting on a lounger on the beach and a local came up and asked if I wanted to buy cigars ( I was smoking one) I politely said no and he asked me to look at them and when I did I seen it was stuffed with pot! Once again..No thanks and he moved on.
Last night on the club they had Mexican Feista and I ate so much. It was outstanding. And the salsa's were kicking my butt. One was so hot my gums were numb. But as soon as it went away I'd eat some more. Beef and Shrimp fajitas, tacos, lettuce wrap tacos. OMG all so yummy. They set up a Tequlia bar too. But I don't go that way. But many guests were doing multiple shots. I didn't see any of them at breakfast. I have a funny feeling it effected them this morning.
Breakfast was really good too. They had individual eggs florentine. But with a twist. I could have eaten 6 of them. But I refrained myself. And all the beautiful pastries and fruits. I took a bunch of pictures. I'll one day figure out how to post them here.
May 22nd, 2016, 03:08 PM
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Thanks for the huge turd..
This big Iguana has been hanging around my neck of the sea area. So cool as I haven't seen any here around the hotel since the house Iguana got ran over in the driveway. I used to feed him fruit every day. He was so majestic. And then he meet a good year and it turned into a bad year. Anyways, this med sized guy has been showing up in front of my lounger for the second day. Today he decides to take a dump the size of a Canadian Goose. I was so shocked I just layer there and watched him do his business. My server was as shocked as I was. He sent someone to clean it up asap. But not before I snapped a picture, because it's just unbelievable. Alyce will get a huge kick out of it.
Just another day in paradise. Laying around the pool reading and swimming. Go into the sea today as it was yellow flags today. But my main man at the pool,said the wind would kick in later in the day and it did. But it welcomed because it's unusually hot. Wearing 100 sunscreen. I have once again seen some lobsters walking on 2 legs here. I guess people just don't realize the sun is so strong here.
The club has a book case and I found a book I thought was interesting and I can't put it down. The title is Cell 8. I highly recommend it. I've pretty much gone through all my reading material. I just may go down to the gift shop and see what they have if not, I'll look for something in the book cubbie. Too bad I don't read Russian, German or Japanese. Because there a lots of those books as well.
Ordered room service last night. Fettuccini Alfredo. It was awesome. Why haven't I ordered that before. So yummy. And hot. I also have had sushi in the lobby lounge. It was really good and fresh. They also had a singer and 2 piece band. They were actually really good and several people were dancing. I was ecstatic to see the bar busy and with a diverse crowd. People from their 20's to late 60's getting down with their bad selves.
I have observed some real stuck up people here. Talking down to the staff and being just outrageously rude. I've been very good about keeping my mouth shut. I don't want to be doing beans-rice and Jesus Christ in a Mexican Jail. On the other hand I have seen some really nice people who have gone out of their way to be polite. I hate ugly Americans and all others. I know hate is a strong word, but hey I put it out there.
I emailed the children's home but haven't heard back. I'm really torn. If you read my TR from December you may have remembered my main man at the pool for 10 years lost his wife right after I left. While I was here his wife a son got hit by a car. She died from her injuries. His son has fully healed. So now he's raising his son alone. I have been trying to help him and my daughter and SIL were here in cancun in March and came by the Ritz to say hi and give him some money. So I think I may be putting my time and money towards his son.
This big Iguana has been hanging around my neck of the sea area. So cool as I haven't seen any here around the hotel since the house Iguana got ran over in the driveway. I used to feed him fruit every day. He was so majestic. And then he meet a good year and it turned into a bad year. Anyways, this med sized guy has been showing up in front of my lounger for the second day. Today he decides to take a dump the size of a Canadian Goose. I was so shocked I just layer there and watched him do his business. My server was as shocked as I was. He sent someone to clean it up asap. But not before I snapped a picture, because it's just unbelievable. Alyce will get a huge kick out of it.
Just another day in paradise. Laying around the pool reading and swimming. Go into the sea today as it was yellow flags today. But my main man at the pool,said the wind would kick in later in the day and it did. But it welcomed because it's unusually hot. Wearing 100 sunscreen. I have once again seen some lobsters walking on 2 legs here. I guess people just don't realize the sun is so strong here.
The club has a book case and I found a book I thought was interesting and I can't put it down. The title is Cell 8. I highly recommend it. I've pretty much gone through all my reading material. I just may go down to the gift shop and see what they have if not, I'll look for something in the book cubbie. Too bad I don't read Russian, German or Japanese. Because there a lots of those books as well.
Ordered room service last night. Fettuccini Alfredo. It was awesome. Why haven't I ordered that before. So yummy. And hot. I also have had sushi in the lobby lounge. It was really good and fresh. They also had a singer and 2 piece band. They were actually really good and several people were dancing. I was ecstatic to see the bar busy and with a diverse crowd. People from their 20's to late 60's getting down with their bad selves.
I have observed some real stuck up people here. Talking down to the staff and being just outrageously rude. I've been very good about keeping my mouth shut. I don't want to be doing beans-rice and Jesus Christ in a Mexican Jail. On the other hand I have seen some really nice people who have gone out of their way to be polite. I hate ugly Americans and all others. I know hate is a strong word, but hey I put it out there.
I emailed the children's home but haven't heard back. I'm really torn. If you read my TR from December you may have remembered my main man at the pool for 10 years lost his wife right after I left. While I was here his wife a son got hit by a car. She died from her injuries. His son has fully healed. So now he's raising his son alone. I have been trying to help him and my daughter and SIL were here in cancun in March and came by the Ritz to say hi and give him some money. So I think I may be putting my time and money towards his son.
May 23rd, 2016, 11:54 AM
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Last night was a night for the books...
I have been craving lobster so I headed down to the restaurant that faces the beach. There are also Casita's that are set up each night for diinner. Looks very romantic. But being's I'm alone I ate at the restaurant. After watching a sunset that only God could make I walked through the hotel and got seated at a table facing the beach. Suddenly from out of the sea comes a red moon. I have never seen anything like it. Seriously blew my mind. As it rose it went from dark red to orange to yellow and then white. According to the wait staff 2 other planets could be seen and they pointed them out. Truly a once in a lifetime scene. And.. A few years back my sister and I were here for a full eclipse. One of my homies from security promised to call us when it was time. He did and my sister and I ran down to the lobby and out the door to see it full on over the lagoon. It was amazing.
The lobster bisque I had was fantastic. And the 12 oz lobster tail was out of this world. I'm feeling really spoiled this trip. I ended up hanging around the restaurant to see if any turtles would show up. Nope...So I went back to my room and ordered up 3 scoops of house made ice cream. Chocolate Strawberry and Vanilla. OMG, I was in heaven. The strawberry was to die for. But that food combination gave me some weird dreams. I don't remember them other than waking up from them.
Got up to watch the sun rise. And it was awesome. Dang, I wish I would have invested in a good camera. The last few days I could have captured some phenomanal shots. I had a great camera and video one too. But last May when our house was broken into ( for the 5 th time) those low lives who really I could have murdered stole them. Along with so much more. I blame myself. As my DH bought a gun safe you could use as a nuclear shelter the last time we were broken into. We were really diligent keeping everything of value in it. Bit then we got complaciate and started leaving money, jewelry and other stuff laying around. 3 days before I was leaving to come here I got home at 3 pm and walked in the house. I knew right off the bat something wasn't right. The shade in our bedroom was open. We never leave it open. That's when I walked in and seen the bedroom window smashes out. I can't even think about it...I will totally lose it.
Anyways...After the beautiful sunrise I headed down to the club for a lite breakfast. I had all my stuff laid out so when I was done I could go right to the pool. That's when I noticed they were working on the hot tub. That's the corner I always hang out. Then I remembered at turn down service they left a note saying that the hot tub was being world on and would be closed till Wednesday. That doesn't bother me. That hot tub is HOT. He last thing I want to do in this heat is get in that thing. So I ended up setting up shop near the hotel. Then one of the sweetest gals who used to work on the club now works at the pool (Maria) came over and said good morning and that she and the pool manager wanted to move to a private casita at no charge. WHAT? ARE YOU KIDDING ME? No she wasn't. That felt bad that my area was not available. I told her no, I'm good right here. No was not taken for an answer and they move my stuff down to the beach in a beautiful casita with a beach bed, hammock and decorated with bright cloth. I cried. Really, I cried. That was so thoughtful and kind. So here I sit on the most beautiful beach in my own private casita. These things rent daily for 150.00. I'm being pampered with head massage, cakes and cold clothes for my bags. Also served a beautiful delish fruit platter. Yeah Ritz. The manager also came over and told me one will be available for me as well.
So I'm not going to the club for lunch. I'm keeping my happy self here all day.
I have been craving lobster so I headed down to the restaurant that faces the beach. There are also Casita's that are set up each night for diinner. Looks very romantic. But being's I'm alone I ate at the restaurant. After watching a sunset that only God could make I walked through the hotel and got seated at a table facing the beach. Suddenly from out of the sea comes a red moon. I have never seen anything like it. Seriously blew my mind. As it rose it went from dark red to orange to yellow and then white. According to the wait staff 2 other planets could be seen and they pointed them out. Truly a once in a lifetime scene. And.. A few years back my sister and I were here for a full eclipse. One of my homies from security promised to call us when it was time. He did and my sister and I ran down to the lobby and out the door to see it full on over the lagoon. It was amazing.
The lobster bisque I had was fantastic. And the 12 oz lobster tail was out of this world. I'm feeling really spoiled this trip. I ended up hanging around the restaurant to see if any turtles would show up. Nope...So I went back to my room and ordered up 3 scoops of house made ice cream. Chocolate Strawberry and Vanilla. OMG, I was in heaven. The strawberry was to die for. But that food combination gave me some weird dreams. I don't remember them other than waking up from them.
Got up to watch the sun rise. And it was awesome. Dang, I wish I would have invested in a good camera. The last few days I could have captured some phenomanal shots. I had a great camera and video one too. But last May when our house was broken into ( for the 5 th time) those low lives who really I could have murdered stole them. Along with so much more. I blame myself. As my DH bought a gun safe you could use as a nuclear shelter the last time we were broken into. We were really diligent keeping everything of value in it. Bit then we got complaciate and started leaving money, jewelry and other stuff laying around. 3 days before I was leaving to come here I got home at 3 pm and walked in the house. I knew right off the bat something wasn't right. The shade in our bedroom was open. We never leave it open. That's when I walked in and seen the bedroom window smashes out. I can't even think about it...I will totally lose it.
Anyways...After the beautiful sunrise I headed down to the club for a lite breakfast. I had all my stuff laid out so when I was done I could go right to the pool. That's when I noticed they were working on the hot tub. That's the corner I always hang out. Then I remembered at turn down service they left a note saying that the hot tub was being world on and would be closed till Wednesday. That doesn't bother me. That hot tub is HOT. He last thing I want to do in this heat is get in that thing. So I ended up setting up shop near the hotel. Then one of the sweetest gals who used to work on the club now works at the pool (Maria) came over and said good morning and that she and the pool manager wanted to move to a private casita at no charge. WHAT? ARE YOU KIDDING ME? No she wasn't. That felt bad that my area was not available. I told her no, I'm good right here. No was not taken for an answer and they move my stuff down to the beach in a beautiful casita with a beach bed, hammock and decorated with bright cloth. I cried. Really, I cried. That was so thoughtful and kind. So here I sit on the most beautiful beach in my own private casita. These things rent daily for 150.00. I'm being pampered with head massage, cakes and cold clothes for my bags. Also served a beautiful delish fruit platter. Yeah Ritz. The manager also came over and told me one will be available for me as well.
So I'm not going to the club for lunch. I'm keeping my happy self here all day.
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emd3. I'm dreaming I'm still at the pool. If only.
I sat in the Casita both days from 8 ish till 5 pm. I was in total heaven. Head massages, cukes with scented clothes for my face. Cool fruit juices and a view to die for. I was so spoiled I didn't want to come home.
The weather has been unreal. Just perfect. Hot, but such a breeze off the sea. I got beat up 2 days in a row in the sea. Thank God I didn't have on a bikini, for sure it would have been swept away. Booby alert. I kept asking myself..Self, do you miss your bikini body? Yes, for one thing some of the suits are beautiful. And I have to say i had a rockin' body back in the say. Why didn't I realize it? I was really skinny with these big boobs. I felt very shy. I had skinny legs and I used to get made fun of all the time. So it made me kind of self conscious. What a fool. I was beautiful. Oh well, I'm a Mamaw now and I'm happy with that. But buying a one piece old lady suit can be hard. However, I got a lot of compliments on my new bathing suit. When I tried it on I failed to notice a seam wasn't sewed all the way. At first I thought it was a pocket. Nope, just a hole in the side. I still wore it, nothing was hanging out. I'm taking it back as soon as I get time.
I had so much fun flirting with the Federal police going up and down the beach all day. These guys looked like babies. And they were really cool. They would wave at the people on the beach, stop and take pictures with hotel guests. And the back drop was perfect. Sailboats, wave runners, birds, parasails and that beautiful sea. I did notice at night while seating at the beach the Federal police were carrying some kind of automatic weapon.
Got up to my room on Monday and there were 4 Corona's and Michelada mix and a note Thanking me for my loyalty. There was no way I could drink anymore Mechilada's. My fingers were so swollen from all the salt. I felt really guilty. But enough is enough.
I hung out in the club all evening Monday and Tuesday. I just wanted to soak up the sunsets and all the good things I won't be getting at home. Or anytime soon.
Monday's theme at the club was Sushi. And all sorts of sides and these little egg rolls that I was addicted to. I ate like 5 of them Pig! And this seaweed salad I would have never ordered at home. It was fantastic. And all the lovely cheese's and fresh veggies. I actually indulged for the first time I was there in the chocolate fountain. OMG, homemade marshmellows dipped in dark chocolate. Get the "F" out of my way. And these little round candies. Dang, I can't think of what their called. Rolled in crushed nut and they inside just melts in your mouth. So So good. And I drank like 10 cups of coffee too. I know I won't be getting any of that frothy hot goodness on this side of the border.
I sat down on the beach for hours Monday night telling myself, I can go home and work until I drop and come back in December. I told myself, I'm highly favored and blessed and don't be pulling the going home blues all night. I know most of you can understand where I'm coming from. I kept thinking, I have one more day, make the most of it. No pouting.
This is the first time I didn't unpack my suitcase when I got to the hotel. I totally blame my DD, as I have been living out of 3 suitcases for 3 years now. So my clothes were all in bunches and shoved into the suitcase. And it didn't smell clean. Even though I have a bunch of dryer sheets stuck all over the place in the suitcase. Now here's the most embarrassing part. When I went down to the beach on Monday night I left my suitcase open and when turned down service came (which they are phenomenal) The housekeeper folded everything I had in my suitcase. It looked so professional! So neat and perfect. Am I offended? No way. That's how this hotel rolls. It's all about the guest and I have known this young lady for many years, so I'm not in the least bothered by it. But, Oh Man..All the dirty laundry just balled and rolled up now looked perfect. One last thing I have to deal with. I was really grateful.
Down on the beach on Monday night it was very busy. the hotel had some kind of party for a convention and all the Casita's were all dolled up for dinner. I just pulled up a lounger and got as close to the sea as I could. I didn't want to get into anyone's "space" as the Casita's are set up with beach beds out in front. They had some small bonfires set up too. And the moon, once again, I get it.
When the moon in the sky hits you like a big pizza pie..
I will type more later. I can't believe I have been home for 9 days. My DD and the triplets have had me busting my hump. That's all whole nother TR.
Once again, sorry for the typo's.
emd3. I'm dreaming I'm still at the pool. If only.
I sat in the Casita both days from 8 ish till 5 pm. I was in total heaven. Head massages, cukes with scented clothes for my face. Cool fruit juices and a view to die for. I was so spoiled I didn't want to come home.
The weather has been unreal. Just perfect. Hot, but such a breeze off the sea. I got beat up 2 days in a row in the sea. Thank God I didn't have on a bikini, for sure it would have been swept away. Booby alert. I kept asking myself..Self, do you miss your bikini body? Yes, for one thing some of the suits are beautiful. And I have to say i had a rockin' body back in the say. Why didn't I realize it? I was really skinny with these big boobs. I felt very shy. I had skinny legs and I used to get made fun of all the time. So it made me kind of self conscious. What a fool. I was beautiful. Oh well, I'm a Mamaw now and I'm happy with that. But buying a one piece old lady suit can be hard. However, I got a lot of compliments on my new bathing suit. When I tried it on I failed to notice a seam wasn't sewed all the way. At first I thought it was a pocket. Nope, just a hole in the side. I still wore it, nothing was hanging out. I'm taking it back as soon as I get time.
I had so much fun flirting with the Federal police going up and down the beach all day. These guys looked like babies. And they were really cool. They would wave at the people on the beach, stop and take pictures with hotel guests. And the back drop was perfect. Sailboats, wave runners, birds, parasails and that beautiful sea. I did notice at night while seating at the beach the Federal police were carrying some kind of automatic weapon.
Got up to my room on Monday and there were 4 Corona's and Michelada mix and a note Thanking me for my loyalty. There was no way I could drink anymore Mechilada's. My fingers were so swollen from all the salt. I felt really guilty. But enough is enough.
I hung out in the club all evening Monday and Tuesday. I just wanted to soak up the sunsets and all the good things I won't be getting at home. Or anytime soon.
Monday's theme at the club was Sushi. And all sorts of sides and these little egg rolls that I was addicted to. I ate like 5 of them Pig! And this seaweed salad I would have never ordered at home. It was fantastic. And all the lovely cheese's and fresh veggies. I actually indulged for the first time I was there in the chocolate fountain. OMG, homemade marshmellows dipped in dark chocolate. Get the "F" out of my way. And these little round candies. Dang, I can't think of what their called. Rolled in crushed nut and they inside just melts in your mouth. So So good. And I drank like 10 cups of coffee too. I know I won't be getting any of that frothy hot goodness on this side of the border.
I sat down on the beach for hours Monday night telling myself, I can go home and work until I drop and come back in December. I told myself, I'm highly favored and blessed and don't be pulling the going home blues all night. I know most of you can understand where I'm coming from. I kept thinking, I have one more day, make the most of it. No pouting.
This is the first time I didn't unpack my suitcase when I got to the hotel. I totally blame my DD, as I have been living out of 3 suitcases for 3 years now. So my clothes were all in bunches and shoved into the suitcase. And it didn't smell clean. Even though I have a bunch of dryer sheets stuck all over the place in the suitcase. Now here's the most embarrassing part. When I went down to the beach on Monday night I left my suitcase open and when turned down service came (which they are phenomenal) The housekeeper folded everything I had in my suitcase. It looked so professional! So neat and perfect. Am I offended? No way. That's how this hotel rolls. It's all about the guest and I have known this young lady for many years, so I'm not in the least bothered by it. But, Oh Man..All the dirty laundry just balled and rolled up now looked perfect. One last thing I have to deal with. I was really grateful.
Down on the beach on Monday night it was very busy. the hotel had some kind of party for a convention and all the Casita's were all dolled up for dinner. I just pulled up a lounger and got as close to the sea as I could. I didn't want to get into anyone's "space" as the Casita's are set up with beach beds out in front. They had some small bonfires set up too. And the moon, once again, I get it.
When the moon in the sky hits you like a big pizza pie..
I will type more later. I can't believe I have been home for 9 days. My DD and the triplets have had me busting my hump. That's all whole nother TR.
Once again, sorry for the typo's.
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Talked to my GB Alyce early on Tuesday morning. She asked me what was I bringing home for her? Oh Lord, I don't like to buy junk just to buy. I'd much rather give that money to someone who really needs it. But Alyce never asks for anything so I'm quite taken back by the statement. I ask her what do you want? She says a bracelet with my name on it. Oh Great! Where am I going got get that? I know I can go into to town and get one. But do I really want to get on the bus and head into the sales shark zone? No, I do not. It's Tuesday and I have this amazing Casita all day that I just want to hang out at. So now I'm torn.
It's my last day and I want to make the most of it. So I'm up early and down to breakfast where I stuff myself beyond belief. It will be a long time before I'll be getting all these goodies for breakfast. I'm actually in over fed zone at this point. Total food coma. I'm thinking is my bathing suit going to fit over this gut right now.
The Casita is ready when I get down to the beach. All decked out in white and I just want to stay forever. The yellow flags are up and I'm ready to do battle with my Queen the sea. I head right out into it. And it's cold and knocking me around like a child. I'm not the only one out there either. And everyone is laughing at each other as we watch the waves crash into our faces. Salt water, Gross....
I get all the amazing amenities in the Casita. Head massage, cold clothes, cukes for my eyes, snacks, cold water and on and on. I have a late lunch there too. I sneak little time into the sun to get that last little bit of color. And no matter how careful I am and apply sunscreen, I still get burned.
I'm in total luck/blessed. There is a Mexican Fiesta in the main restaurant tonight! They will have vendors selling local art and bands and so on. Maybe I can find a bracelet for Alyce.
Last night on the Club. I shower and get all dressed up. Make up and all. And sit in the lounge for hours watching the sunset and just trying to get myself ready for the next morning Mental wise. I know what I'm coming back to and I have to get my head on.
I go down to the pool area where this huge flea market has been set up and lo and behold...A lady making bracelets and necklaces with names to order. I'm so in luck. I have a bracelet and a book marker made for Alyce. I'm out of the woods. It's really late at this point and I just sit on a lounger at the pool and watch the sea. I'm really sad.
I never sleep on the plane. And I tell myself, maybe this time I will and stay up way to late. I just want to draw this time out in Cancun as long as possible. I get about 4 hours sleep and get to breakfast before 7 am. I drink the last of the best coffee ever, eat the best fruit ever, and all the good stuff ever! After I'm done stuffing myself I make out all my thank you cards and stuff money into them and pass them out to the staff that are there and give the rest to the manager to pass out later. Now I know it's over.
I go back to my room and shower and pack up the last minute stuff and call to have my luggage taken downstairs. Everyone is saying Good bye Mrs. Marino "Hurry back home" and it's breaking my heart. I miss the triplets and Alyce, but I am so not looking forward to working. But a good thing doesn't last forever.
When I get to the Club to say my last good byes They have a lunch box to pack some food in for the plane ride. This I truly appreciate. I stuff it full of goodies and go down to wait for my ride. I love USA transfer. I never have to worry about whether or not they will show up/on time. They always do (only one incident once) and My driver is there waiting. My last round of Good bye's and off to CUN. I hope it isn't too busy there. All this TSA stuff and what I read does make me worry a bit.
No problem checking in whatsoever. USA transfer isn't allowed in the airport. So they have porter's everywhere. I have no problem using them either. I am not lugging around anything anymore. I'm to old and can afford to pay out a tip. I see the same sweet man from last December there and get this attention. He comes right over and knows to go to Delta Sky check in. He rolls my stuff right to the front of the line. My favorite agent is there. Sergio. He is so sweet and has the most beautiful eyes. He waves me over and the porter loads my stuff unto the belt. OMG, my bag is 61.5 lbs. But Sergio doesn't bat an eye (I'm so spoiled) and tags it HEAVY. I get my boarding pass and off to security. Which isn't bad at all. For some reason I am spoiled again as I'm waved over to a line with no one and get right through. But now it's the make the break through the Duty Free...
As soon as your through security in CUN they have you walk right into the Duty Free Shop which is huge and very nice. However, it's not up my alley. And the perfume smell is so sickening. I have to hold my breath to get through. I head right to the worst VIP lounge ever. I still don't know why I bother. Mostly because it's usually very cool in there temp wise. It's such a disappointment. The food is a joke, they don't carry bottled water. Any juice available are in containers that are open and used by others. The coffee is disgusting. They do have a bar so if your really want that free drink....They have horrible Sam's club type cookies. Just not really worth it. Especially if you have to pay. I use the bathroom and head right back out.
OMG, I looked up to see what gate were boarding at and it's blinking boarding. I swear I had checked it when I got into the terminal and one wasn't assigned yet. And now, I'm hauling a@@ up the hallway. And I'm like 21 gates away. I'm sweating like you know "a whore on the way to church" and as I get to closer to the gate it's really crowded and chaos. Every announcement is in Spanish and then English which is really confusing as I'm trying to listen and understand. Whew, they are just lining up to get unto the plane. Thank God. My DH would kill me if I missed my flight.
I go right to the Sky Priority line and wait. As they are announcing First Class boarding I start to walk ahead and this couple cut right in front of me (So like Europe) I don't really care to be honest. But its' just so rude. Well, that got them right into the search/security table and I was able to board and sit right down. Ah, it's all good in the Delta Hood!
2 of the Flight attendants were on my flight down. They were so kind when I sat down. I guess they still remember the Baklava (Buck-wala) and ask if I would like a drink. All I want is Ice water and bam I get it. Now, they keep announcing that this is a full flight so blah blah blah. At this point no one as has next to me and I'm praying " Oh, Lord, I know I am such a spoiled brat, and I only have my Father to blame, but please please don't let anyone sit next to me' I kept waiting as people were filing unto the plane for that last minute passenger to sit down. And no one did. When they shut that door to the plane I could have jumped up and did the happy dance. No kidding.
Then I though back to the conversation Sergio and I had at the Delta Check in counter. He asked me "Mrs. Marino is the seat your assigned Good for you" and I replied yes, even better if no one is sitting next to me!" Maybe or just a lucky flight.
I try to always sit D-1 on the plane. It's my lucky seat and the view when leaving Cancun is utterly unbelievable. I get some great pictures of the hotel zone. I got one shot of the Ritz Carlton that blows my mind every time I look at my phone. BEAUTIFUL.
I'm just so happy and relaxed on the flight home. No one next to me, the plane is newish and I love the fact I can watch Nurse Jackie all the way home. I have this amazing lunch in front of me from the Hotel while what they were serving on the plane looked disgusting. I had the flight attendant set me up with everything but the food and spread out my little lunch and enjoyed it. I did partake in the snacks and fresh fruit I was offered. And drank so much water I was peeing every 1/2 hour and that's no BS. So I was so happy I wasn't crawling over some one to get to the bathroom every time.
The flight was much smoother that on the way there and we ended up being 15 minutes early to land. Once again I was the first one off and I love the new set up at DTW for immigration/customs. When you deplane (you do have to walk about 1/4 mile) you are directed to kiosk's where your insert your passport, answer a few questions and it takes your picture. Once the picture is printed (I like to do the whole smile with mouth wide open) you head over and hand that to the officer who just told me to go on. Sky Delta Priority gets my luggage off first and I head right over to the next area where I'm waved right through and out the door. That took about 12 minutes from deplaning. Not bad at all.
One problem with DTW. My phone won't get a signal so I can't call and let my DH know I'm outside waiting for him. I do get a text through and he's there within minutes to yell at me "what the he!! is in this suitcase, it weighs a ton" Ah, welcome home.
I have my DH drive me straight to my DD house to see the kids. OMG, they have grown since I left. Gagey says "Mamaw you stay in my living room" Erika says "no leave again Mamaw" and Jaxon just hangs unto my leg and I can't walk. It's pure heaven.The house looks like a bomb went off in it and as soon as the kids go to sleep (which was like WWIII) I start all over again....
I'm at home today. I have an ear infection, Sinus infection and a touch of bronchitis (?). So I am home trying to recoup, and it gives me a chance to finish this TR and catch up on rest. I haven't stopped since I've been home. Yesterday was one month of being home from Cancun and it's been crazy since.
It's my last day and I want to make the most of it. So I'm up early and down to breakfast where I stuff myself beyond belief. It will be a long time before I'll be getting all these goodies for breakfast. I'm actually in over fed zone at this point. Total food coma. I'm thinking is my bathing suit going to fit over this gut right now.
The Casita is ready when I get down to the beach. All decked out in white and I just want to stay forever. The yellow flags are up and I'm ready to do battle with my Queen the sea. I head right out into it. And it's cold and knocking me around like a child. I'm not the only one out there either. And everyone is laughing at each other as we watch the waves crash into our faces. Salt water, Gross....
I get all the amazing amenities in the Casita. Head massage, cold clothes, cukes for my eyes, snacks, cold water and on and on. I have a late lunch there too. I sneak little time into the sun to get that last little bit of color. And no matter how careful I am and apply sunscreen, I still get burned.
I'm in total luck/blessed. There is a Mexican Fiesta in the main restaurant tonight! They will have vendors selling local art and bands and so on. Maybe I can find a bracelet for Alyce.
Last night on the Club. I shower and get all dressed up. Make up and all. And sit in the lounge for hours watching the sunset and just trying to get myself ready for the next morning Mental wise. I know what I'm coming back to and I have to get my head on.
I go down to the pool area where this huge flea market has been set up and lo and behold...A lady making bracelets and necklaces with names to order. I'm so in luck. I have a bracelet and a book marker made for Alyce. I'm out of the woods. It's really late at this point and I just sit on a lounger at the pool and watch the sea. I'm really sad.
I never sleep on the plane. And I tell myself, maybe this time I will and stay up way to late. I just want to draw this time out in Cancun as long as possible. I get about 4 hours sleep and get to breakfast before 7 am. I drink the last of the best coffee ever, eat the best fruit ever, and all the good stuff ever! After I'm done stuffing myself I make out all my thank you cards and stuff money into them and pass them out to the staff that are there and give the rest to the manager to pass out later. Now I know it's over.
I go back to my room and shower and pack up the last minute stuff and call to have my luggage taken downstairs. Everyone is saying Good bye Mrs. Marino "Hurry back home" and it's breaking my heart. I miss the triplets and Alyce, but I am so not looking forward to working. But a good thing doesn't last forever.
When I get to the Club to say my last good byes They have a lunch box to pack some food in for the plane ride. This I truly appreciate. I stuff it full of goodies and go down to wait for my ride. I love USA transfer. I never have to worry about whether or not they will show up/on time. They always do (only one incident once) and My driver is there waiting. My last round of Good bye's and off to CUN. I hope it isn't too busy there. All this TSA stuff and what I read does make me worry a bit.
No problem checking in whatsoever. USA transfer isn't allowed in the airport. So they have porter's everywhere. I have no problem using them either. I am not lugging around anything anymore. I'm to old and can afford to pay out a tip. I see the same sweet man from last December there and get this attention. He comes right over and knows to go to Delta Sky check in. He rolls my stuff right to the front of the line. My favorite agent is there. Sergio. He is so sweet and has the most beautiful eyes. He waves me over and the porter loads my stuff unto the belt. OMG, my bag is 61.5 lbs. But Sergio doesn't bat an eye (I'm so spoiled) and tags it HEAVY. I get my boarding pass and off to security. Which isn't bad at all. For some reason I am spoiled again as I'm waved over to a line with no one and get right through. But now it's the make the break through the Duty Free...
As soon as your through security in CUN they have you walk right into the Duty Free Shop which is huge and very nice. However, it's not up my alley. And the perfume smell is so sickening. I have to hold my breath to get through. I head right to the worst VIP lounge ever. I still don't know why I bother. Mostly because it's usually very cool in there temp wise. It's such a disappointment. The food is a joke, they don't carry bottled water. Any juice available are in containers that are open and used by others. The coffee is disgusting. They do have a bar so if your really want that free drink....They have horrible Sam's club type cookies. Just not really worth it. Especially if you have to pay. I use the bathroom and head right back out.
OMG, I looked up to see what gate were boarding at and it's blinking boarding. I swear I had checked it when I got into the terminal and one wasn't assigned yet. And now, I'm hauling a@@ up the hallway. And I'm like 21 gates away. I'm sweating like you know "a whore on the way to church" and as I get to closer to the gate it's really crowded and chaos. Every announcement is in Spanish and then English which is really confusing as I'm trying to listen and understand. Whew, they are just lining up to get unto the plane. Thank God. My DH would kill me if I missed my flight.
I go right to the Sky Priority line and wait. As they are announcing First Class boarding I start to walk ahead and this couple cut right in front of me (So like Europe) I don't really care to be honest. But its' just so rude. Well, that got them right into the search/security table and I was able to board and sit right down. Ah, it's all good in the Delta Hood!
2 of the Flight attendants were on my flight down. They were so kind when I sat down. I guess they still remember the Baklava (Buck-wala) and ask if I would like a drink. All I want is Ice water and bam I get it. Now, they keep announcing that this is a full flight so blah blah blah. At this point no one as has next to me and I'm praying " Oh, Lord, I know I am such a spoiled brat, and I only have my Father to blame, but please please don't let anyone sit next to me' I kept waiting as people were filing unto the plane for that last minute passenger to sit down. And no one did. When they shut that door to the plane I could have jumped up and did the happy dance. No kidding.
Then I though back to the conversation Sergio and I had at the Delta Check in counter. He asked me "Mrs. Marino is the seat your assigned Good for you" and I replied yes, even better if no one is sitting next to me!" Maybe or just a lucky flight.
I try to always sit D-1 on the plane. It's my lucky seat and the view when leaving Cancun is utterly unbelievable. I get some great pictures of the hotel zone. I got one shot of the Ritz Carlton that blows my mind every time I look at my phone. BEAUTIFUL.
I'm just so happy and relaxed on the flight home. No one next to me, the plane is newish and I love the fact I can watch Nurse Jackie all the way home. I have this amazing lunch in front of me from the Hotel while what they were serving on the plane looked disgusting. I had the flight attendant set me up with everything but the food and spread out my little lunch and enjoyed it. I did partake in the snacks and fresh fruit I was offered. And drank so much water I was peeing every 1/2 hour and that's no BS. So I was so happy I wasn't crawling over some one to get to the bathroom every time.
The flight was much smoother that on the way there and we ended up being 15 minutes early to land. Once again I was the first one off and I love the new set up at DTW for immigration/customs. When you deplane (you do have to walk about 1/4 mile) you are directed to kiosk's where your insert your passport, answer a few questions and it takes your picture. Once the picture is printed (I like to do the whole smile with mouth wide open) you head over and hand that to the officer who just told me to go on. Sky Delta Priority gets my luggage off first and I head right over to the next area where I'm waved right through and out the door. That took about 12 minutes from deplaning. Not bad at all.
One problem with DTW. My phone won't get a signal so I can't call and let my DH know I'm outside waiting for him. I do get a text through and he's there within minutes to yell at me "what the he!! is in this suitcase, it weighs a ton" Ah, welcome home.
I have my DH drive me straight to my DD house to see the kids. OMG, they have grown since I left. Gagey says "Mamaw you stay in my living room" Erika says "no leave again Mamaw" and Jaxon just hangs unto my leg and I can't walk. It's pure heaven.The house looks like a bomb went off in it and as soon as the kids go to sleep (which was like WWIII) I start all over again....
I'm at home today. I have an ear infection, Sinus infection and a touch of bronchitis (?). So I am home trying to recoup, and it gives me a chance to finish this TR and catch up on rest. I haven't stopped since I've been home. Yesterday was one month of being home from Cancun and it's been crazy since.
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It's really nice to have a place like that where you know you will always love it, always have a fantastic experience, always want to go back as often as possible, always dream of it. I have a place like that south of Cancun. Those kinds of places can keep you going when the going gets really bad, knowing you have that place to look forward to...
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