Queen of the Seas

For our 10th anniversary celebration, we took our 8th voyage on Celebrity's Solstice to the Western Carribean. Initially, Jason didn't want to tell me exactly what room number we had, because he absolutely LOVES to surprise. I on the otherhand, can't stand not knowing because I like to be aware of things. Believe me, I tried so hard to get it out of him, but he wouldn't budge...Talk about stubborn. :) To my surprise, he had booked a wonderful suite...with the nice balcony and a ginormous porthole with a view. It was splendid. Our cruise was like a reset button of rejuvenation. For Jason and I, every time we go on a cruise, the ship literally rocks us to sleep. So we slept like babies (well how babies sleep like they should). We had delicious food, and quite frankly, we were so relaxed that we didn't take too many photos. But we do have lasting memories of flavorful gelatos, haggle shopping in Cozumel, being bitten by mosquitoes sitting in a restaurant alongside dining on some awesome authentic Mexican food, Sipping on our virgin mixed drinks, climbing ancient Mayan Ruins searching for treasure as well as swimming with dolphins- Lucy & Ziggy. We did take a few photos for those who do want to have a taste of our cruise trip, so please pause my playlist and check it out:

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A Different Path

After 10 years we finally have extended our family to just beyond Jason and I. It was not a usual pathway for most people, but hey, we have been blessed with a very sweet spirit. I will admit that I was hard pressed by the normal expectations of how everyone is suppose to expand their family....so much so that I am guilty of being selfish. These determined wants of becoming a mother "the normal expected way" became such a priority to me for a time.....that it probably prevented me with attaching to Emily when she was initially placed in our home...and because Emily was our foster daughter....I didn't know whether or not she would someday be eligible to be adopted. So my feelings were essentially very guarded at that time.
But NOW..................
It has been so much of a RELIEF ever since we signed papers to petition Emily's adoption.....and since we legally adopted her. She feels like she is my own. After being sealed to our daughter Emily eternally last night, I knew that she was meant for us. I'm so relieved that the hole in my heart for wanting children is starting to heal. Our lives have changed so much...we are definitely blessed.

WHUUUT?!

The music you are listening to (Your Love Jim Brickman on my playlist) is a throwback to a decade ago when Jason and I had our first dance at our Wedding Reception. I know I know...get the tissues out and dry your tears this is so emotional. It is romantic, and I love this song...it captures the emotions of our special day. As I reflect on the 10 years that have past, and everything that Jason and I have been through...I know without hesitation that I've married my eternal companion. So me being the Romantic that I am, I was so curious to see what the "Traditional Gift" would be for the 10 year mark. You know 50th is the Golden Anniversary. 60th is the DIAMOND Anniversary. Well Lo and Behold, after researching...The Great Gift Marking the 10th Anniversary (Drum Roll Please...)



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IS TIN!!!! ?????????

UMMMMM....Alrighty then. Whoever came up with that idea had to be a lonely and bitter Man. You know how I know I've met my Eternal Companion? Because He knows Better! Lol. Not only is he downright handsome, hard working, MELLIFLUOUS, Caring, Humble....he also is downright romantic, which sometimes I take for granted. Thank you Jason...for all that you do and continue to do. You are my Rock, and I love you more than words posted on this blog. Thank you for making me feel like this is our 60th Wedding Anniversary already. :)