Allison

You know what they say—the bigger the kids, the bigger the problems.

Each age has its own set of problems associated with it. As they get older, the independence that goes with it is great, but somethings that can create issues too. Hopefully, you will go through life smoothly with your kids.

Shelly ?

I have to say I have been VERYYYYYY lucky , my daughters have very good heads on their shoulders. I hope the way I raised them had something to do with it . The key is honesty, you werent perfect when you were a teen , they need to know that . Keeps the lines of communication open . THAT IS THE KEY!!!

Thanks for the trip report and the pictures!!! Don’t ever worry about too many words or pictures, you that come back from Paradise are the eyes for those of us back home that can’t make it. We have gone twice, once by myself, and once with hubby. Hubby liked it but won’t ever go back, so I am saving for the day that I can take my daughter with me so she can experience Paradise herself.

As for raising kids, spend good quality time with them, play with them, love them, but don’t forget the discipline too. Teach them good moral values, what is right and wrong. It all equals out…… Most of all enjoy them, for they grow up way too fast!

Everyone going to the Caymans………….pictures and reports for us at home please!!!

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kchick,

Thanks for the kind words. I missed responding back to you.

I got the whole family hooked, and I think I could have convinced them all to go again this year, but I am afraid I will also have to wait for my next Cayman trip. ? We are expecting baby #3 in July :spin: For some reason someone thinks it would be not be a good idea financially to take a trip before the baby. Plus something about leaving the country in my third trimester. ? I’m sure there’s a hospital there that delivers babies. ? Plus think my snorkeling at 30 weeks or so would provide entertainment for all the other tourists! :clapping:

So, what I need someone to do is duplicate my entire trip and tell me all about it. Every bit. And take LOTS of pictures. And most importantly, eat as many conch fritters as possible and tell me about every detail of their yummy, yummy taste.

Allison

Sorry you cannot go to GC this year and I loved your trip report too….you are right not to risk travel at 30 weeks gestation…….you and baby are much safer at home in case of complications. I know you will miss being there…….one good thing…….time flies quickly and next year will be here before you know it.

Wish I were the one going to take pictures and each conch fritters until they come out of my ears. :bouncelaugh: :bouncelaugh: :bouncelaugh:

It is sometimes difficult for me to talk hubby into repeat vacations…..although we both loved Cayman, we’re going to try another destination this year. So far GC and Aruba are our favorites. :water: :rockbed: :palm1:

knees,

I know it makes sense to stay home, but what fun is that?! ? There’s this terrible urge to try to fit it in one more time before life is turned upside down again. It will be awhile before we brave the trip with 3 little monkeys. Especially when one is brand new. But, by the next time we go, the big ones will probably be able to snorkel. That will be a whole new love for me to share with them. They certainly have the interest, and by then they should be able to muster the courage.

Until then I will be awaiting the full conch fritter report. ?

I know……but at least you have had the opportunity to travel when your children were small……..and you will have that new little monkey to enjoy and they pick up so much from the older ones…….that new monkey may be snorkeling sooner than you think……..so, here is a big hug to you and your family……..greasy conch lips inclued at no charge…… ? ?

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