I am unpacking dancing right now! While it may lack the energy of the pre cruise dancing ( I am POOPED!) my heart is still aglow. What a wonderful, magical vacation we shared! The weather was glorious, the ship was pretty top shelf in all areas, the food was out of the this world, the seas were calm, the sky blue- ahhhhhhh
But what has me dancing the most is the knowledge that we have created a family memory that will warm us all of our days. Forever. I travelled with three teens. I saw them in a whole new light. Watching them take control of thier schedules, doing just exactly what they desired to relax themselves and create thier own personal memories was wonderful. They are such self assured, mature young people. The cruise gave me a moment to step back from the everyday stresses and issues that come with rearing teens. I saw thrm as if from afar, from outside our everyday family situation. And I liked what I saw! Indeed I love what I saw. For the most part they handled themselves graciously and with good manners. Of course we had our occasional melt down episodes and our sibling rivalry crap but they really rose to the occasion!
So though I am sad that our trip has ended, I always knew it would, I am still smiling from Mickey ear to Mickey ear! Being a part of a teens world is a challenge but for one week, magic struck. We were reminded how much we love each other, how special we are as individuals and as a unit. How special is this? We are truly blessed beyond measure to have each other and to have shared this most special adventure together.
The trip was priceless and most certainly a treasured memory has been made. It was MAGICAL! Thank you beyond words Auntie Bon for allowing us to partake of this vacation feast! We love you.
So now- do I have to do all this laundry??