Okay….after a little hiatus, back on the trip report wagon!
Isla Mujeres 2015
Day 7
As always, up long before the sun to catch those first rays…
It’s nice when Vince joins me for these refreshing views,
but I actually really look forward to this time by myself. It’s wonderful to just sit and stare at
the changing colours of the sky, watch the birds float overhead and hear the
steady rhythm of the waves. It’s
definitely my zen time.
After a light breakfast we decide that we’ve been too lazy
the past few days and need to get out for a walk. It’s a beautiful day, so let’s walk to Chedraui and get some
groceries at the same time. I’ll
be back soon sweet view…
We stop to enjoy the scenery along the way….
So, leaving for a walk at 1pm in the afternoon seemed like a
good idea at the time. But it’s
scorchin’ hot out and by the time we get there, my face is red like a
beet! Nice reprieve in the air
conditioning while we shop. We
stocked up on numerous things….I just love walking each aisle and just checking
everything out.
With full bags and empty wallet, we take a taxi home. I quickly put things away and
head straight for the balcony and dipping pool. My feet are killing me! New Birkenstock sandals that I didn’t have time to break in
have made my feet a little unhappy.
Dipping them in the nice refreshing water feels great.
We make some ham bun sandwiches and enjoy the sunset from
our front row seat….
We were supposed to meet the gang at Morgan’s for drinks,
but I came down with a serious headache….too much sun today. Note to self, do not go for a long walk
in the midday heat! Drank a ton of
water, took some meds and headed to bed for a nice long sleep.
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Day 8
After a wonderful sleep, I awake feeling so much
better. Thank goodness! Good morning Sol!
While my sweetie snores away, I start a yummy brekkie with
the goods we bought yesterday.
This will be my first official cooked meal after 16 years of
holidays! Let’s get started!
In the beautiful new Isladise kitchen, it’s easy to enjoy
cooking. In no time, it’s ready…with
a view!
It was delicious and I felt quite proud of myself! Haha! Feeling lazy with those full tummies, we do a bit of
cleaning up and then head out the few steps to our balcony to laze away,
reading and snoozing….
From the balcony we’ve been able to watch the gathering for
the parade. Around 3 we head over
to Medina to catch some of the performances and costumes. Come along!....
Traffic jam, Isla style….
Yaron from Olivia is stuck in it!
One of the murals done recently…
Vince!!! This
is the moped we need to rent!!!!
Darn, can’t convince him to go pink!
Isla party cart…
Stair mural….
Feeling brave, I attempt another meal….just loving this
kitchen! As much as we love
the food on Isla, when you stay 5 weeks, the budget needs a bit of
tweaking…plus it’s a nice change!
Breaded chicken breasts, potatoes and asparagus….quite good
if I say so myself! And enough
chicken left over for dinner tomorrow…bonus!
Dinner finished, we go up to the balcony to enjoy the sunset
before heading to centro.
So happy to see the churro cart…..decadent yumminess for
25pesos. Saw all of our amigos
gathered nearby and had a good chat.
We’ve been somewhat reclusive the past few days….just needed that time
to unwind together. Tomorrow
we begin getting ready for Fiestarita!
