Pre-Birthday

My little family prepared a special pre-birthday dinner for me! It was full of surprizes.
There were way too many candles so it took four of us to blow them out. A late night for everyone and another one ahead tonight.

Sunday November 25, 2007

A mellow Sunday after a really busy week and Saturday. Some of the crew dove some conchs in the morning, then us lazy ones just joined the boat trip to eat them (marinated). Just another relaxing day at Rum Point, then back home for an early night in anticipation of another very busy week.

Gala Event

Couple pictures of the 20th Anniversary Gala held last night at the Grand Old House. Jenn and Uncle Darvin enjoying the occasion,
and the rowdy table L-R Grannie, Uncle Gary, Theresa, then Aunt Tinnie and Aunt Shirshir far right. Over 300 attended despite rain and the evening was an overwhelming success!

Country Living

Living in the "country" isn't without it's surprizes! This morning we had a visit from six large cows and Rex did not know what to do! But he bravely went to our "defense" and exhausted himself barking and running around. The cows hardly took notice. Eventually frustrated by all the noise they continued on their way.

Pirates Week ends

We all posed on our way to the "trial of the pirates", final fireworks and street dance. Except Rex of course had to stay home and guard the house. It was a really fun evening for all and we ran into lots of friends and all have tired legs this morning!

Pirates Week One

My snugglers are obviously enjoying South Florida. This is an airboat ride in the Everglades.
They are not afraid of wildlife either!
I have been taking advantage of my bachelor's weekend, here at the street parade in George Town.
This is Imij & Co. band performing at the street dance. Three nights of dancing in a row! A clip of Cayman's most popular song "She's Royal" and a short clip of the John Gray High School steel band in the parade.

Pups and Boys

Since we were home all weekend, Rex got lots of attention and love.

Rex and Hunter luvin-up on the kitchen floor.

Rex and I luvin-up in the recliner.
We were going non-stop all weekend but took very few pictures, so these of the boys are the best I can do for a Sunday night. An awesome weekend.

Chilly Saturday

After coffee and piano, Mr. Paul, Hunter and I took a hike to Winters Land where our brilliant government will be putting a road. Hayley and Jenn went on an animal rescue (a cat) but discovered it in the arms of its carer, healthy and well fed. A very windy day and has been for days; first winter storm blowing through.
This afternoon we relaxed by the pool and had a conch shell blowing contest. Hunter was tops followed by Hayley, Jenn and then me. Despite the frigid winter temperatures (28.6C before the windchill is factored in) the kids had a good swim. Jenn and I sat it out. Far too cold.

Friday Night

Friday night at home and a new game was developed involving the cushions from the couch and the love seat. Amazing how inexpensive it can be to entertain kids! And I think you can tell from the pictures that it was enjoyable to all concerned.

Making cookies

The snugglers making Halloween cookies (yes I know this is a little out of sequence) and a mess of the kitchen on Tuesday night!

Spooky Halloween

Rock Star Hunter and Cheerleader Hayley stroll through a very nicely decorated yard.

A visit to Uncle Patrick's house ( a very busy place) with Daddy the chicken, Starri the witch (centre) and Katherine the vampire (far left).

Football

We went to the Cayman vs Haiti football, womens olympic qualifying tournament which was happening at the field just down the street. The stands were packed and Haiti had just gone ahead three-two when the half ended. Puerto Rico has already beat both teams and this was the final match here. There are almost 9 million people in Haiti, 4 million in Puerto Rico, and 52,000 here. Do we even stand a chance? A very loud and patriotic crowd nonetheless! Jenn worked the consession stand selling drinks and doing face painting.
Haiti is in Blue, Cayman in red. Referees were from Cuba. We left at the half as it was almost 9pm and there is school tomorrow and I have to catch a 7:40am flight to Miami so I will have to leave home by 5:30... H&H were not to pleased about having to leave and I am not very popular right now!

Taste of Cayman

Me, Caroline, Gladys and Paul enjoying the fireworks at Taste of Cayman.

Beach Aerobics

The Old Robin Rd aerobics club on their way to the beach.
First up, Hayley.
Next, super-nanny!

We are having our first "winter storm" which stalled just to the west and is causing lots of rain the past few days. The kids had two days off from school so they spent lots of time running around. I have been super-busy at work with no end in sight.

My Three Kids

Since I will not be home Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Monday nights, I decided to come home a little early today to see what my three kids do after the homework is done...

Kid One was jumping and swimming,

Kid Two was jumping and swimming,
and Kid Three was being the lifeguard. The other bigger kid wouldn't let me blog her picture.

Weekend in Paradise

I guess this is proof that the tonsils have healed!
About the only women I meet these days are already hitched! (All the good ones are taken?)
A late Sunday afternoon swim. We spent most of the weekend at West Bay and had a great time, just forgot to take any pictures.

Waiting

Piano lessons on Saturday morning. Hunter waits outside while Hayley has her lesson and Jenn sells uniforms inside. I cleaned the truck and cooked veggie burgers for lunch. Will take a trip to West Bay and stay the night there. No plans yet for Sunday.

Photos can be deceptive...

Yes, another beautiful day at Rum Point, but not before a lot of house cleaning, vaccuming, sweeping, mopping, laundry, etc.
I'm sure no one wants to see pictures of me mopping so here are some of a few very lucky people enjoying a warm, sunny afternoon at Rum Point (with Hayley and Hunter in the background. Some of you will recognize the others).
And tonight after all the homework was done the girls took a moonlight dip in the pool. They are still in there. I don't think I will get them out.

Back in school

Hunter is back in school today just one week after his surgery. Still not saying or eating much, but off of the medication and ready to face the world again.

Recovery weekend

Recovery has been slow for Hunter. He hasn't said much for the past week and still will not eat anything much in the way of solid food. Felt good enough to sleep over at Katherine's Saturday night but in hindsite that was probably a bit much.
The weather has also been cloudy and rainy off and on, but Hayley still found a few minutes for swimming. The Thanksgiving dinner went a little late Saturday night (3am) so I was in recovery on Sunday too... Fortunately with the weather the way it was there was little distraction to prevent a quiet Sunday afternoon at home. Just a walk with kids and Rex on the beach looking at all the turtle nests. There must be 15 to 20. Hayley is off to school today but probably a couple more days at home for Hunter and its another cloudy rainy day.