Jamaica, 2012

Thanks to this wonderful girl's (J) planning and organization, Dr. D's dental study group had a wonderful trip to Jamaica! Eric is a part of this study group as a result of his job, and I am a lucky spouse to attend such luxurious trips. J and Eric attended the lectures each morning with the speaker and the doctors while we spouses slept in, relaxed at the pool/beach, received spa treatments, and shopped! Fabulous!
This group of dentists and oral surgeons and their spouses are a welcoming, fun group to travel with, and I have enjoyed getting to know them over the last couple of years.

The dentists and surgeons in this group work hard and give premium care to their patients, and the wives are very supportive, hard working women (both inside and outside the home). On these trips it is enjoyable to sit down with the women and talk about kids, school, toddlerhood, housekeeping, work, and life in general. Being on these long weekend trips without our children gives us all the "break" we need to be the hardworking Mamas and Daddies back at home. The Jamaicans are also determined to make sure we have a fun time...responsibly, of course! :)

I had a spectacular time getting to know Dr. D's wife, Susan, and Dr. C's wife, Jessica. Kindhearted, fun ladies!

Sadly, this is the ONLY picture Eric and I took of ourselves, the day we were leaving. Rain and clouds make it easier to leave Jamaica! Our lack of pictures is a testament to just how much fun and relaxing we had.
Special thanks to my Mom who kept my children for FOUR long, 102.5 feverish days while I was relaxing in the tropics! Thanks, Mom, for dealing with the virus and teething issues that flew through our house while we were away! :)