Just Another Day in Paradise

With the wedding and all the catch up after it, I've almost forgotten to revel a little in our pre-wedding cruise experience. I have gotten pictures up on Facebook every so often, but part of me needs to relive paradise. I realize that for much of the world, experiences like  our cruise are once-in-a-lifetime chances, and I am so very grateful I have been blessed enough to see wonderful places and meet wonderful people on our trip.

Our first picture upon boarding the Disney Dream

The time I spent with my family was the absolute best part of our cruise. We grew together in many ways. This trip was emotionally charged. We knew when we got back that life was going to change drastically for us. Cassie got married less that 2 weeks after our return, and that was in the back of our minds during the cruise. We had to work through a few tears and anxieties, but we all felt better for the closeness we gained from it.

Leaving Port Canaveral

One of the things our family realized is that there are people who enjoy travel and places of paradise on a regular, if not every day basis. Just seeing some of the homes in the Bahamas was mind-bending. We felt so blessed to have our week there. The fact that we have to save, plan, and work hard for our trips to paradise make them all the more special to us. I am in awe every time I experience a wonder with my family. I admit I get very emotional while I am having these adventures. Time passes so quickly and it has gone so fast while raising my children. I always wonder if I have really cherished and made the most of everyday moments. You never miss the little things until they are gone.

Pirate Night

Fireworks at sea

So although we were quite literally in paradise for a time, I do understand that paradise is with my family. My family is changing. I am willing myself to recognize that paradise can change too. So I plan to make the most of whatever paradise I get.

Castaway Cay-the best reason for a Disney Cruise!

Ah-island life