The Happy Couple
Dave always plans an amazing trip each year for my birthday and this year was no different. We planned a 5 day cruise to Cozumel Mexico on Carnival Cruise Lines. We headed south on Saturday to visit with friends. It just so happened that Huntsville got a rare measurable snowfall and that Mobile had a high temperature in the 40’s the day that we departed. Even though I had packed nothing long sleeved, I wasn’t worried, I had faith that soon it would be warm enough for all those short sleeve shirts that I had packed. Tuesday was warmer and I had hope. I read outside on the deck for a while, not quite warm enough to swim, but we still had 3 more days of the cruise left. The next day we arrived to Cozumel, albeit to a cloud filled, rainy Cozumel. Dave and I walked the shops in the downtown section. We awoke Thursday, not only to clouds, but also to a wicked wind that was causing mighty big waves on the normally peaceful Carribean. I finally broke down and bought a jacket at the gift shop. What I have always wanted, a jacket that says Carnival on it:) Anyway, at least with the jacket, I was able to stand on deck for brief periods. We sailed into Mobile. Granted, it was a little warmer than 40 for the high, but the heat in the car sure felt good! Now, before you think that I thought this vacation was a bust, read on! On the contrary, it was a very relaxing romantic way to celebrate my 40th birthday with the man that I love. We enjoyed all of the time on the ship, and clouds, or sunshine, the water always provides a breathtaking view!
