I will have to say it once again but, Nick's company does an outstanding job of taking care of it's employees and their families. New York Life Insurance makes sure to choose a destination that is very appealing each year and wines and dines us with yummy food and fun! And probably my second favorite part is getting to socialize with the other wivies that now became some of my greatest friends!
When we found out the destination of this year's conference, we were also excited because Nick has a college rowing buddy that also happens to live in Tampa. It is always fun to reconnect with old friends and him and his fiance did such a wonderful job of playing host! From picking us up at the airport, showing us around downtown and lending us their car, we were ever so grateful to them :) We had a fabulous time spending time together and I always love hearing Nick reminisce about his old college memories, as we did not know each other yet then.
Since we decided to go down a couple days early (as we always do), we also got a chance to visit Busch Gardens. Although it was unseasonably cold there that day, we still managed to have a wonderful time. We know that our times are few and far between now when we can enjoy an amusement park without a stroller and little one in tow, haha. We enjoyed checking out all the animals and riding all the thrill rides. We were even able to catch a couple of shows.
Once we arrived in St. Pete's, the scenery (including our hotel) was just breath taking! We have actually been there before but heck, who is going to complain about a five star resort located on a sandy white beach?! We were about to enjoy 4 days of pure luxury!
My days were spent by sleeping in and then doing beach yoga with my posy of gals right along the water. The afternoons were spent lounging ocean-side or poolside with a cold drink in hand while we waited for our men to finish up with their meetings. Evenings were spent dining out and enjoying some more beverages and adult socialization. A couple highlights of the trip for me also included a spa day with an amazing aroma therapy massage and Nick and I taking a cab down to John's Pass and walking on the Boardwalk.
We were both able to come back with a nice golden tan/burn to show for it. While those back home were getting snow, we were able to enjoy a sunny, 80 degree climate. (Not to brag too much or anything, lol) Of course we were both so excited to get home though and see our precious little gal. Although we enjoyed skyping with her each day, there is nothing like getting a hug from her sweet little arms. She enjoyed a week of quality time with both her grandmas. They entertained her with daily walks, a trip to the mall, lunches at McDonalds and even showing them what she does at Gymboree class. She becomes very attached to her grandmas during this time and for that we are thankful, as she gets to bond more closely with them :)
I don't want to get too long winded so I think I will sum this up with some of my favorite pics of the week. You know me, always have my camera in hand and love to capture the moments! ENJOY!
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