We decided to take another trip to visit my family in Florida. After weighing the options, we are driving again. Even though Ben still flies for free, it is way to expensive to fly. As it stands right now we are driving straight through again, but we are keeping the option open to stop for the night if necessary.
The trip last time was a bit stressful if only because Ben was smaller and had more restrictions of eating and moving about. While we will need more stops for them to stretch their legs, I think this trip will be a lot better. Also, since we are going earlier in the year, we hope Jack does not have another heat/allergic reaction on the way down.
The best part of this trip will be that we do not need the massive stroller, the walker, the extra toys, the two kinds of milk, the child specific snacks, etc. We are also making sure that no dress up occasions will be planned so that this will strictly be a shorts and t shirt type of vacation.
Knowing this is coming in just 2 months makes the bitter cold outside seem a little more bearable.
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Showing posts with label florida. Show all posts
Monday, January 18, 2010
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
The Trip
Well, as we anticipated, the boys did very well on the drive. They slept through the night and quickly went to bed after gas fill-ups. My wife, the crazy one, drove through the night down to Florida and back home and only stopped once she thought she was seeing things. Isn't that everyone's cue? She drove for 9-10 hours (650 miles approx) each way. I drove the remainer, which including food stops for the kids and diaper changes ended up being 12-14 hours straight (750 miles approx).
We did learn that Florida climate changes do not agree with Jack. As soon as we crossed into The South, he developed heat rash, cold sores, and puffy eyes. Benadryl did the trick eventually, but he is still recovering from the sores and the raw nose from constant wiping. He also fell out of bed one night and has a nice bruise on his upper cheek. Sigh.
Ben, however, is in good health. He decided to reject formula and bottles outright on the way down and is now exclusively drinking whole milk from cups and eating solid meals. He is an amazing kid. He does have the worst stranger danger I have ever seen and was only warming up to my parents and my grandmother the last few days of the trip.
The weather was crazy. It rained like hurricanes and then in the same day became unbearably hot. Luckily, Florida has two locations: outside and air-conditioned.
My family were amazing the whole trip, dealing with our parental quirks, the kids quirks, and gave us a great vacation.
So much more we can share: Jack fed a giraffe AND a baby kangaroo, Ben said his first "words," we went snorkeling off Key West, I got a 2nd degree sunburn that looks like a huge blister, and more.
But, enough words! Check out some photos!
VIDEOS COMING SOON!
We did learn that Florida climate changes do not agree with Jack. As soon as we crossed into The South, he developed heat rash, cold sores, and puffy eyes. Benadryl did the trick eventually, but he is still recovering from the sores and the raw nose from constant wiping. He also fell out of bed one night and has a nice bruise on his upper cheek. Sigh.
Ben, however, is in good health. He decided to reject formula and bottles outright on the way down and is now exclusively drinking whole milk from cups and eating solid meals. He is an amazing kid. He does have the worst stranger danger I have ever seen and was only warming up to my parents and my grandmother the last few days of the trip.
The weather was crazy. It rained like hurricanes and then in the same day became unbearably hot. Luckily, Florida has two locations: outside and air-conditioned.
My family were amazing the whole trip, dealing with our parental quirks, the kids quirks, and gave us a great vacation.
So much more we can share: Jack fed a giraffe AND a baby kangaroo, Ben said his first "words," we went snorkeling off Key West, I got a 2nd degree sunburn that looks like a huge blister, and more.
But, enough words! Check out some photos!
VIDEOS COMING SOON!
Monday, March 03, 2008
Back Home
It is sad to see snow again. But, in just the 5 1/2 days in Florida, we have noticed major changes in Jack!
NEW WORDS
Jack can now say "Me," "Mom-Moms," "Po-Po" (Korean for kiss), "Ji-Ji" (Korean for icky), and "Baby."
ACTIONS
Jack can now take big steps (goofy walking), can take complicated/combined instructions (i.e. take the doll and hand it to Dad), he shrugs his shoulders as if saying "I don't know," he can put stacking boxes in a tower and then back inside in order, he has started feeding himself with a spoon, he no longer wants little torn off food but a big piece, he went down a slide by himself, he learned how to scream/yelp in excitement, and he even learned how to gently pet and touch a cat.
SIBLING RELATION
He was very careful with a baby doll, giving it hugs and kisses. This will come in very handy!
It was exciting to see him with my family and not have any adjustment time to being in a strange place. He was still hesistant around strangers, but also very adventurous with new places and things.
He now recognizes the photos of Grannie, Grandpa, Aunt Sam, and Mom-moms. I am sure he already misses them as Taylor and I do.
I can't wait to see what he does next!
NEW WORDS
Jack can now say "Me," "Mom-Moms," "Po-Po" (Korean for kiss), "Ji-Ji" (Korean for icky), and "Baby."
ACTIONS
Jack can now take big steps (goofy walking), can take complicated/combined instructions (i.e. take the doll and hand it to Dad), he shrugs his shoulders as if saying "I don't know," he can put stacking boxes in a tower and then back inside in order, he has started feeding himself with a spoon, he no longer wants little torn off food but a big piece, he went down a slide by himself, he learned how to scream/yelp in excitement, and he even learned how to gently pet and touch a cat.
SIBLING RELATION
He was very careful with a baby doll, giving it hugs and kisses. This will come in very handy!
It was exciting to see him with my family and not have any adjustment time to being in a strange place. He was still hesistant around strangers, but also very adventurous with new places and things.
He now recognizes the photos of Grannie, Grandpa, Aunt Sam, and Mom-moms. I am sure he already misses them as Taylor and I do.
I can't wait to see what he does next!
Sunday, March 02, 2008
Sunday in Florida: Jack Hates the Beach but Loves Cuban food!
Jack loved the beach when he was 8 months old. Not so much at 17 months.
It was in the 80s, but very windy with big choppy waves. Jack spent the majority of the time clinging to me and refusing to touch the sand. He would scream every time he did. The ocean was too loud for him.
Lets hope he does better next time.
We went to a Cuban restaurant for lunch and Jack chowed down on fried plantains, pork chunks, and black beans with rice.
It was in the 80s, but very windy with big choppy waves. Jack spent the majority of the time clinging to me and refusing to touch the sand. He would scream every time he did. The ocean was too loud for him.
Lets hope he does better next time.
We went to a Cuban restaurant for lunch and Jack chowed down on fried plantains, pork chunks, and black beans with rice.
Saturday, March 01, 2008
Saturday in Florida: Jungle Island and Some Gelato
The weather just got better on Saturday!
We went to Jungle Island in Miami which is a cross between and amusement park and a zoo. Jack loved the animals. He got to pet a parrot, had a goat try and eat his shirt, saw 2 monkeys pee, and saw an albino alligator!
But, his favorite part was running around at the end of the day. He just loves being outside!
Back in Boca, we stopped by a gelato shop and Jack tried everyone's flavors. He is turning into a little man!
NOTE: These photos were all taken with our new Sony H3 camera. It has a burst photo feature where you can snap dozens of shots just by holding down the button. Look at the great shots we got of Jack with this. Taylor loves this feature!!
We went to Jungle Island in Miami which is a cross between and amusement park and a zoo. Jack loved the animals. He got to pet a parrot, had a goat try and eat his shirt, saw 2 monkeys pee, and saw an albino alligator!
But, his favorite part was running around at the end of the day. He just loves being outside!
Back in Boca, we stopped by a gelato shop and Jack tried everyone's flavors. He is turning into a little man!
NOTE: These photos were all taken with our new Sony H3 camera. It has a burst photo feature where you can snap dozens of shots just by holding down the button. Look at the great shots we got of Jack with this. Taylor loves this feature!!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Friday in Florida: Butterfly World and The Playground
Friday had weather that was much better than the previous 2 days. Jack was in shorts and a t-shirt! We first went to Butterfly World where Jack started out by admiring a beautiful and colorful butterfly on the walkway. He then turned around and smashed it to a smear on the concrete. We couldn't help but laugh as Jack kept on running.
Jack absolutely loved being outside and the freedom to run and play and point at all the amazing sights!
That evening, we took Jack to a playground at the clubhouse for my parent's association. Jack was apprehensive of the woodchips on the ground and the jungle gym itself. But, after showing him how to play, he was using the slide by himself! This kid is a quick learner!
Jack absolutely loved being outside and the freedom to run and play and point at all the amazing sights!
That evening, we took Jack to a playground at the clubhouse for my parent's association. Jack was apprehensive of the woodchips on the ground and the jungle gym itself. But, after showing him how to play, he was using the slide by himself! This kid is a quick learner!
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Watch out Boca! Here comes Jack!
Jack had another excellent flight to Florida. He slept for 90 minutes of the 150 minute flight.We spent a lazy Wednesday in the house. Jack became oriented to everything and everyone very quickly.
It was cold and today was slightly better (mid 60 degrees). We went to a hydroponic fruit farm and Jack enjoyed being outside very much.
More photos to come.
Monday, February 18, 2008
Oxi Clean!
We have posted photos of my family in the living room to get Jack used to their faces and also to practice their names. He cannot manage Grandpa, but alternates between PaPa and DaDa for him.
But, he now recognizes The Beard.
Coming back home yesterday, Jack ran to me when the booming voice of the Oxi Clean guy came on TV. Jack turned and saw him and then yelled "DaDa!" before running to the photo of my dad and pointing at him.
Next we will try with a photo of George Lucas!
The Oxi Clean Guy
But, he now recognizes The Beard.
Coming back home yesterday, Jack ran to me when the booming voice of the Oxi Clean guy came on TV. Jack turned and saw him and then yelled "DaDa!" before running to the photo of my dad and pointing at him.
Next we will try with a photo of George Lucas!
JUST TO HELP YOU GET IT:
My Dad
The Oxi Clean Guy
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Jack's 1st Birthday: Party 1 (Florida)
Sorry for the delay in posting these, but it has been a crazy week! Here are photos from Jack's Pirate themed birthday party in Florida on September 15!
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