Grandson Declan and parents visit

Our son Charlie, his wife Susan and their six month old son Declan arrived on the evening of Thursday, Jan 31^st.  The weather here is about 50 degrees warmer here than in Fort Collins from where they just arrived.  They hit the beach first thing in the morning and then Charlie, Reed and a friend went fishing with Tacho, catching 22 fish.  Tacho helped us ready the fish for cooking and then we had a great fish feast.  In fact we had fish tacos last night and our freezer is still full of more fish.  Guess what we are eating tonight.   

As much time as possible Charlie, Susan and Declan could be found on the beach snorkeling, splashing in the waves or just soaking up the sun.  Declan loved sitting where the waves would come over his legs.  Instead of being afraid of the water he smiled and splashed his arms in the water with delight.  After a face plant in the soft sand he was ready for a shower. 

Saturday we toured Tulum and Charlie and I practiced HDR shots with cameras.  After a walk we climbed into a boat that was able to give us a good view of the archeological site from the seaside.  It was an exhilarating boat ride with a great view of Tulum.

On Sunday Charlie, Susan and Declan headed for the Now Sapphire 4 star resort where their friends Mesa and Justin were holding their wedding.  We joined them on Monday for a nice afternoon and beautiful beach wedding.  This is one of those all- inclusive resorts where the gourmet food is fantastic and waiters are continually encouraging patrons to try another alcoholic drink.   We ate and drank tooooo much.

Our son Charlie, his wife Susan and their six month old son Declan arrived on the evening of Thursday, Jan 31^st.  The weather here is about 50 degrees warmer here than in Fort Collins from where they just arrived.  They hit the beach first thing in the morning and then Charlie, Reed and a friend went fishing with Tacho, catching 22 fish.  Tacho helped us ready the fish for cooking and then we had a great fish feast.  In fact we had fish tacos last night and our freezer is still full of more fish.  Guess what we are eating tonight.   

As much time as possible Charlie, Susan and Declan could be found on the beach snorkeling, splashing in the waves or just soaking up the sun.  Declan loved sitting where the waves would come over his legs.  Instead of being afraid of the water he smiled and splashed his arms in the water with delight.  After a face plant in the soft sand he was ready for a shower. 

Saturday we toured Tulum and Charlie and I practiced HDR shots with cameras.  After a walk we climbed into a boat that was able to give us a good view of the archeological site from the seaside.  It was an exhilarating boat ride with a great view of Tulum.

On Sunday Charlie, Susan and Declan headed for the Now Sapphire 4 star resort where their friends Mesa and Justin were holding their wedding.  We joined them on Monday for a nice afternoon and beautiful beach wedding.  This is one of those all- inclusive resorts where the gourmet food is fantastic and waiters are continually encouraging patrons to try another alcoholic drink.   We ate and drank tooooo much.

Mike and Reed relaxing in Tacho's boat on the way to a great fishing spot.

A bucket of fish. 

Declan all decked out for a day on the beach.

Declan's favoriate place was where the waves would come over him.  He would laugh when being sprayed by the water even when it went onto his face.  He is a real water boy.

Susan and Declan on the beach

Susan & Declan at Tulum

The stroller worked great in some places and not in others in Tulum

Charlie taking an HDR photo in Tulum

View of Tulum from the boat

Declan and  Susan watching the Volodores,Mayan men hanging by one leg.  They gradually come down as they swing around the poll as the man on top plays a musical instromunt

Colorful Volodor just before arriving to the ground.  I would be so dizzy I  would not be able to walk let alone stand up after such an experience, but it is beautiful to see. 

After long hikes and boat rides the tired crew enjoyed a good chicken dinner on the street in the town of Tulum