Back from Vacation...

Well I have been back for 48 hours now... and am finally started to feel rested! The trip to Mexico was wonderful and I enjoyed it very much. Didn't venture to far from the Resort as I tend to get muddled in new situations, but after day 3 ... I had a 3 klm radius that I felt comfortable walking about in and was able to establish landmarks so I would not get lost getting back to the San Marino.

Ironically, I felt I got more assistance when "muddled" in a country that spoke a different language and did not feel uncomfortable asking for assistance... BECAUSE ALL TOURISTS DO THAT!  I had all the necessary tools from my "tool kit" to make it a wonderful vacation ....although I did have to explain to a Mexican Inspector at the airport why I had medications in "blister packs" ... but when he reviewed the prescription labels all pasted to the back.... he seemed okay with it. After visiting a Pharmacy next to the Resort I understood his apprehension, you can literally buy almost anything over the counter (and in large quantities!)

Other than relax around the pool area or beach, only scheduled event was whale watching out in a zodiac and that was a great experience to watch a mother whale and her 2 month old offspring!! May not sound too exciting to some folks, but I just couldn't imagine a day tour or sky diving or hiking etc... I was down for an afternoon nap every day to ensure I could enjoy the quiet cool evenings at small beach cafes or restaurants. Very successfully avoided large crowds despite the Easter Holiday which also ensured a very relaxing peaceful (and headache free) vacation.

The most stressful part.... the flight home with not one... but two discontent children insisting on letting us all know they were not happy!! One a few seat ahead and one in the seat right behind me.

Unfortunately the plane was full so moving was not an option. For the first 2 hours I kept telling myself how sad I was for the wee ones... the next hour I was feeling pity for the parents... but the final 2 hours of the 5 hour flight were spent drafting imaginary letters to the airlines pleading for them to have small children treated as "pets"... put them in comfortable kennels... and transport in the luggage compartments!

Going to sign off and visit a few websites ... then get some more rest!