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Thursday, September 6, 2012

our trip to Jamaica


We're back at home after 9 days in paradise. We were so so excited to get home and see our girl, who spent the week being spoiled by her Oma and Opa. We are extremely grateful that my parents were able to enjoy our apartment for the week, and take such amazing care of Kaiah. We came home to a warm dinner and a freshly bathed dog. They are absolutely wonderful.

It was so nice to relax and disconnect from the rest of the world. We celebrated my birthday, our beautiful life, 8 years together, and our engagement. We spent the long tropical days talking about how much fun we have had together the past 8 years, and about all the things we are excited for in the years to come. We also read a few books, jumped from a few bridges, and ate a goat.. I can hardly believe that last one my self.

We left for Jamaica early Saturday morning, and had our toes in the sand on Negril's 7-mile beach by the afternoon. We were lucky that tropical storm Isaac spared Jamaica, only causing some wind and a few waves in the usually crystal clear, calm water. After four nights on the beach, we moved to the cliffs of Negril, which are located on the westernmost tip of Jamaica and are actually made of fossilized coral. Our little villa was extremely private, and about three feet from the edge of the cliff. From our terrace we could see the Negril Lighthouse and the cliff divers at Rick's Cafe. The view was breathtaking and the sunsets were incredible!

We can't wait to be back in the Carribean doing some wedding planning!




Monday, August 6, 2012

out of many, one people




Derek and I are just bursting with excitement for our trip to Jamaica in a few weeks.

I can't wait for Derek to see my "other half" (he has already been to Germany!), to meet the local people, eat the local food, and soak up the culture. 

I have a feeling that he is especially going to enjoy the food. He actually passed up my offer to make him a Jamaica breakfast of Ackee and Saltfish this weekend, saying "I'm saving my appetite for Jamaica".
I could hardly believe my ears.


This is a very special year to visit Jamaica, because it marks 50 years as an independent nation.


Today, August 6th, on Jamaica's 50th Independence Day, the Jamaican flag will be raised and the Jamaican national anthem will be played in London's Olympic Stadium in honor of Usain Bolt's gold medal in the 100m!

Beautiful coincidence.




Friday, July 27, 2012

Plan to get a tan

I surprised Derek with this a few days ago...


because we're going on a little Engagement-moon to Jamaica!!


We are spending 8 nights in Negril.. some on the famous 7-mile beach, and some on the gorgeous cliffs!

I'm so excited because I have never stayed on the cliffs, and because it is Derek's first trip to Jamaica.


This will be our private cottage on the cliffs..



And this is where we will have our toes in the sand during our stay on the beach..


I am a planner, so of course I've been making a google doc packing list, adding things as I think of them. We will not be checking any bags because we don't want to deal with the chance of them getting lost.
Only taking carry-ons means we have to be more organized and only take what we really need!

Some of the more unique things on the list are:
Snorkeling gear
Inflatable floats (found these for $2 each at Five Below!)
Travel iPod speakers
Prepaid phone card
Travel first aid kit (for shark attacks)
just kidding, there are no sharks in Negril :)
Citronella candles
Koozies (for keeping our Red Stripes cold!)
Cheap sunglasses that I won't be devastated to lose


Do you have any tips for travelling with carry-ons only? Leave your advice in a comment below!




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