But up until about 1 1/2 years ago, I had lots of trouble walking. At all. I kept getting diagnosed as having stress fractures, being put in walking casts, told I had plantar fasciitis (heel spurs.) But it was finally diagnosed correctly as an inflammatory arthritis. It's made a world of difference, using an anti-inflammatory! But I don't take mobility for granted, and there's a part of me that now looks at things with the perspective (especially on this vacation) with "If not now, then when? Do I really think I'll be MORE able in another 5 years? Probably not." And so I want to try things now.
But less you think it was ALL a work-out, these 2 photos show Dianna and Brian back in Tulum, the 1/2 way point between Coba and our resort in Puerto Adventuras. We had a little "celebration" with our group of 11 people involving shouting something in Spanish and drinking shots of Tequilla.
And here you see a not particularly. . . modest. . . spider monkey.
No, Becky, this was not a member of the Blue Man Group! This was one of the characters that performed in the evening show of ancient Mayan ceremonies at Xcaret, an eco-park.
Xcaret (shkar-et) was another phenomenal excursion we got to do on this trip. We went snorkeling in an underground river, and saw all kinds of huge tropical fish. I've never snorkeled before and have decided it's one of my all time favorite things to do. It's incredibly relaxing, and you float along with a life jacket, flippers on your feet, breathing through an air tube, and seeing all kinds of exotic coral and sea life.
I would love to go snorkeling. Wonderful pics yet again!
ReplyDeleteOMG! That monkey picture is a riot!!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch interesting sites! So glad you're taking the time to share.
ReplyDeleteI was so busy trying to come up with a joke for the spider monkey photo that I didn't even think of the Blue Man Group one. :-D
ReplyDeleteI extra admire your adventure knowing where you were a couple of years ago! I snorkeled in Puerto Rico several years ago and loved it.
Thanks for the tips on Baxter. We wondered about allergies too, but we think not because he will do the same thing to our legs if we let him, and Springers tend to be obsessive. I may give the diet a try anyway to see.
LOL at the spider monkey. Too funny. So glad you pushed your comfort zone and had fun.
ReplyDeleteI feel like I am going on a trip with you! Wonderful pics - keep them coming! Celine
ReplyDeleteGiven what you shared, this vacation is even MORE impressive than I originally thought. These pictures you are sharing are fantastic and I sort of feel I am going on your vacation, if only vicariously!
ReplyDeleteThanks SO much for sharing!
Looks like so much fun! How funny is little Mr. Monkey letting it all hang out! :) Great shots!
ReplyDeleteThanks for that mini vacation in a bottle!
ReplyDeleteI'm still jealous, but shared a moment floating along in an underground river with tropical fish.
looks like fun!
ReplyDeleteI'm having so much fun seeing your vacation shots each day. I love your attitude about trying new...and sometimes scary things. That monkey picture is just too funny!
ReplyDeleteThe monkey shot is hilarious!
ReplyDeletethat monkey has me totally cracking up! and how great that you've finally figured out the problem and can now be active again. go, you!
ReplyDeleteWow, can't believe all the different things you got to do and see. I LOVE snorkeling! The guy at the Eco-Park was really interesting...lots of detail in that outfit.
ReplyDeleteHey Angela! Glad to see you really live LIFE. :) What a time with your children. I must admit though, seeing Brian plunging into nothingness is, well, scary. You have to tell me what he said it was like!
ReplyDeleteWow on the monkey lol. LOve that you had time to just relax and enjoy your vacation too!
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