Blog Adventures

Welcome back! If you’ve been following along, you know that this trip has been a major milestone for me. Recovering from several strokes hasn't been easy, and this cruise was meant to be our "slow and steady" way to see the world again. After our time in Costa Maya, Joe and I were ready to see what the rest of the Western Caribbean had to offer. Day 4: The Lush Landscapes of Roatán We woke up docked in Roatán, Honduras . I’ll be honest—after the hustle and bustle of Costa May

We kicked off our much-anticipated getaway with a scenic drive down to Galveston, Texas. The plan was simple: soak up some coastal vibes before boarding our cruise ship. We checked into Hotel Lucine, a fantastic boutique hotel with a lively atmosphere. They had live music, which we were excited about, but the Galveston breeze was so surprisingly cold that we couldn’t comfortably sit on the mezzanine to enjoy it. That crisp air didn't stop us from exploring, though. We bundled

Another trip to the majestic Belcher Center in Longview for the annual East Texas Symphonic Band holiday show. This was the 38th season, which means they've been at it since about the time my mom was still explaining the difference between a VHS and a Betamax. And honestly, it’s a wonderful, wholesome, and delightfully East Texas way to kick off the most wonderful time of the year. I say kick-off the season but time is going so fast it feels like Christmas is tomorrow! Althou