I was so looking forward to Galapagos for 2 reasons. 1, the diversity of nature and what many have found is one of the most special and unique treasures in the world and 2, the chance to see family and friends who came to visit us for a week on an expedition boat.
The wildlife on Galapagos is incredible. Enjoy the video highlights. While I did all the photography, there is no way I could have put it together without my daughter’s help (Kearney).
We were fortunate to go on a number of wildlife excursions both on land and sea. The real highlight for us on board was when family and friends showed up due to us not seeing the whole family since Christmas.
I was so excited everyone could make it. The girls are both new in their careers but I challenged them to not miss this trip due to it being a once in a lifetime experience. I was also selling the deal real hard because I missed them dearly!
Since we had 12 visitors and family coming to the Galapagos we decided to treat ourselves and board a 16 passenger expedition boat called Natural Paradise. It was great to get off the boat for a change of pace.
We had so much fun getting together with the Condrey’s, Teague’s, Sanaglis, and McTigue’s. We were also really excited that my sister Kay could come from California. On some days they had us taking 2 hikes and 2 snorkels with 6:45 wake up calls. Needless to say there were a lot of people in bed by 9pm.
March 12th was our 28th wedding anniversary and we celebrated in style surpassed only by Cecelia’s 29th Birthday celebration the next day. It was bittersweet goodbye but now it is time to get ready for our 3 week passage 24/7 to the Marquesas, the entry point to French Polynesia. I’ve never gone 20 days without seeing land so that will be a new experience. We’ll celebrate Cullens 20th bday today and St Pats when we leave tomorrow. Happy St. Pats.