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September 3, 2018


It’s funny how little traditions can pop up on vacations in less than a week. Ours became taking a blanket down to the beach and playing games while we watched the sunset. (And of course, virgin drinks at the bar at happy hour.)


Last night of summer vacation. Games on the beach. Only one kid on a phone. ?


I sure do like these people.

I asked the guide if the horses would be safe for kids and he said “we’ll see.” That maybe should have been a clue to how the rides would go. We survived. But there are no photos and my kids never want to ride horses again. ?


I introduced the kids to virgin daiquiris so now they are watching the clock for happy hour each day at the swim-up bar so I win at parenting or maybe I lose I don’t know …


Soaking up our last week of summer


Fanta y fresca


Carnitas tacos cooked by #foodiejafta himself. He’s mad I wouldn’t let him put chicharron on top. @jaftahowerton

Super thankful for this time away with my kids to just be present and connect with each other and enjoy the beautiful scenery. ??

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