Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Rest & Relaxation

Hi Everyone! Sorry it has been over two weeks since I have posted, but I have been on a mission of rest and relaxation. I have since returned home and am spreading a little warmth, especially for those of you in the northern part of the country like me. I have missed you all and thank you to everyone that visited my blog while I was away. This was the view from my patio doors,


and this was MY view for 99% of the day in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico.


Swam in the pool and snorkeled in the ocean.


Going out for the evening.


Volcano cake with warm chocolate sauce inside, yum!


Looking across the bay. If you look closely, you can see two pink houses!


Pink heaven in Mexico.







I returned home to find lots of the snow melted. Spring is on its way after all!
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56 comments:

  1. Jessi NagyMarch 19, 2008 at 2:01 PM

    aaahhh i feel like i just went on vaca with you! love the pink houses!! and all the flowers. now thats a vacation
    oxooxx,
    jessi

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  2. Miss RheaMarch 19, 2008 at 2:52 PM

    Oh, So Beautiful !!! I am so happy that you got to go on this vacation !! It must be a shock to see all that and then go back to the snow. What were the temps like ? It is just beautiful Ele !!!

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  3. KatieMarch 19, 2008 at 2:56 PM

    Welcome Home we missed you! It must have been hard to leave that paradise setting!

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  4. SecondhandroseMarch 19, 2008 at 3:03 PM

    Oh , I am going to have to get the travel info from you...I want to go there. Beautiful pic of you too.
    Karen

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  5. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsMarch 19, 2008 at 3:47 PM

    Oh Ele, it looks like heaven! Pink heaven, no less!!

    You look beautiful and so very happy & rested!

    Glad you are back ~ I missed ya!

    Big Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  6. ConnieMarch 19, 2008 at 3:49 PM

    Ele, isn't Mexico wonderful?!?! I love the hibiscus and bougainvilla! You look just lovely, chickee.
    Smoochies,
    Connie

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  7. UnknownMarch 19, 2008 at 4:06 PM

    OH ELE!!! These pictures look so beautiful! You are so lucky and I am so happy for you that you got to get away! You are ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!! Just like a movie star!

    Love ya and so glad you are home safe! I missed you :)
    Amy

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  8. Sugar BearMarch 19, 2008 at 4:07 PM

    All I can say is Paradise.... Gorgeous.
    Karla

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  9. Alison GibbsMarch 19, 2008 at 4:48 PM

    A what a wonderful vacation. Lucky you - so peaceful and delightful to look at.
    Have a great easter and enjoy your Spring weather and beautiful blooms
    Alison

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  10. UnknownMarch 19, 2008 at 5:05 PM

    Oh how truly fabulous for you and family! Welcome back! Spring is happening here in California, yea! Cool breezes and warm sun and flowers galore! Happy Easter!
    Hugs,
    Robyn

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  11. SharonMarch 19, 2008 at 6:07 PM

    Ele the trip looked just like paradise. You look gorgeous lady.

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  12. www.angelinascards.comMarch 19, 2008 at 6:20 PM

    very beautiful! You look great! hugs,Angelina

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  13. pink23March 19, 2008 at 6:56 PM

    now that looks heavenly!! where exactly were you!! what is the name of the place, if you don't mind sharing!??!?

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  14. LoriMarch 19, 2008 at 8:00 PM

    Ele, it looks just heavenly:) i hope you had a wonderful time!!!

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  15. BettyMarch 19, 2008 at 9:12 PM

    Ele, You are beautiful! I've been hinting for a cruise to Mexico for my 50th birthday in two years. I haven't been there in over ten and it looks like it is time to return. Your photos are gorgeous!

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  16. ShirlMarch 19, 2008 at 11:09 PM

    Welcome home Ele, we have missed you! Looks like you had a wonderful vacation! Beautiful pics of that blue water. You look so lovely and young in your pic!! Thank you for sharing.
    Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  17. Beth LeintzMarch 19, 2008 at 11:31 PM

    Oh what great pictures- I bet you had a great time- I wanna go on vacation!

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  18. vickieMarch 19, 2008 at 11:54 PM

    Oh, Ele, I enjoyed the pics so much,just looks so relaxing, the water is so pretty, and the flowers.You look so pretty. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Wonderfully Sew KnitMarch 20, 2008 at 10:13 AM

    Welcome back! Pink houses...the other day my children and I were driving and we came across a street...on one whole side of the road all the houses were pink. :o)

    It looks like you had lots of fun.

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  20. FrostingsNSparklesMarch 20, 2008 at 11:19 AM

    How could you bear to come back!! Oh, the beauty, and colors!! And what a view!! How wonderful that you got to have a lovely break and escape it all, great Pics, Ele!

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  21. TaraMarch 20, 2008 at 3:48 PM

    Oh, gosh, I feel great after viewing these--what a nice place to be!

    :0)
    Tara

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  22. Alice ReganMarch 20, 2008 at 8:56 PM

    Welcome home. What a magical place. I love the blue of the sky and ocean...just like a picture postcard. You certainly know how to get some great R&R.

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  23. cherub*wishesMarch 20, 2008 at 9:04 PM

    Ohhh Ele look at you in your beautiful slice of heaven ;o) Simply gorgeous!!
    Have the sweetest Easter!
    Hugs,
    Dionne

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  24. BertieMarch 21, 2008 at 7:28 PM

    Oh honey, I wanna go! We have over 6 inches of new snow today.

    Love your toes and those views!! You always take such great photos. Makes me feel like I was there with you. Thanks so much for sharing and you look lovely.

    Bertie

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  25. KaiMarch 21, 2008 at 8:37 PM

    I am SUCH a COLD WEATHER person, but I admit your vacation pictures ALMOST make me want to go Mexico. Now I said ALMOST! Love the pink buildings! And you look stunning!

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  26. A Romantic PorchMarch 21, 2008 at 9:48 PM

    Oh you lucky girl. Thank you for sharing those beautiful fabulous pictures of your awesome vacation! Glad you got to go. Happy Easter! xoRachel

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  27. CharmingdesignsMarch 21, 2008 at 10:10 PM

    Welcome home!! Looks like a wonderful time!! Thanks for coming by! Laurie

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  28. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMarch 21, 2008 at 10:12 PM

    Ele, it looks simply devine! So glad you had a wonderful time.

    Happy Easter!
    Penny

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  29. HippieDogMarch 21, 2008 at 11:51 PM

    Welcome back Ele! Oh my gosh, were those your darling red painted toes! Love it! Looks like you had a marvelous time :) So glad you could get away for awhile....next time pick us up ok? Missed you!

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  30. Diana SMarch 22, 2008 at 6:36 AM

    thanks for the info on the glitter glass. your vacation looks like a DREAM! soooo relaxing and the perfect time. we just woke up to 4 more inches of SNOW!! ack.

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  31. DeniseMarch 22, 2008 at 7:53 AM

    What a lovely corner of the world! Thank you for sharing all the lovely pics with us - it's encouraging to remember some of those beautiful days are ahead!

    Thank you for your sweet comment on my Easter Parade Entry. This has been fun!

    Happy Easter to you and yours!

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  32. CathyMarch 22, 2008 at 11:40 AM

    Ele, Oh my goodness, what a wondrous vacation you had. Those photos are amazing. I felt as though I was there with you.

    Congratulations for taking the time to sit back and rejuvenate. We all need it every now and then.

    Have a wonderful Easter.

    xoxo

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  33. Stitcher SMarch 22, 2008 at 3:59 PM

    Looks great! I love tropical place.

    It was well over 80 here in our neck of the woods yesterday. I don't know how you midwesterners do it!

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  34. VeronicaMarch 22, 2008 at 4:23 PM

    Your holiday in Mexico looks divine! HAPPY EASTER!

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  35. ReneeMarch 22, 2008 at 4:28 PM

    The view looks spectacular, ther eis nothing like the blue of the ocean. It looks like it was absolutely beautiful there. I wish I could have stowed away in your suitcase!

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  36. BethMarch 22, 2008 at 7:11 PM

    wow !! looks like a wonderful time - nothing like relaxing by the ocean !!! love the pink houses too !
    xo,
    beth
    www.bethquinndesigns.com

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  37. BethMarch 22, 2008 at 7:11 PM

    wow !! looks like a wonderful time - nothing like relaxing by the ocean !!! love the pink houses too !
    xo,
    beth
    www.bethquinndesigns.com

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  38. Celestina MarieMarch 22, 2008 at 8:57 PM

    Ele, the pictures are incredible. It sounds like you had a great trip and a much needed rest! Loved to see the pink houses and gorgeous hibiscus!Just want to wish you a Happy Easter!
    hugs,
    Celestina
    La Rea Rose

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  39. Cottage Way of LifeMarch 23, 2008 at 3:27 AM

    Looks like fun!! I can feel the sun through the pictures!
    -Sarah

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  40. JeanneMarch 23, 2008 at 8:45 AM

    Ah pink and sand and sunshine and warmth makes everything better.
    Love and blessings~
    Happy Easter~

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  41. DonaMarch 23, 2008 at 9:08 AM

    So jealous!!!!!!! Glad you had a wonderful time. I would not have been able to come home again. Allthat beautiful color!!

    Have a wonderful Easter.

    Dona

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  42. AnonymousMarch 23, 2008 at 9:38 AM

    That does look like heaven.

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  43. Sweet Cottage DreamsMarch 23, 2008 at 12:01 PM

    What a fabulous vacation you had!! Everything is magical and YOU, my dear, are gorgeous!! Love your wrap!!!

    Happy Easter, Ele!

    xo
    Becky

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  44. LoriMarch 23, 2008 at 7:45 PM

    Ele, Ahhh looks to good to me on this cold day! Hey you, nice toes!! Happy Easter to you! Love,Lori

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  45. kari and kijsaMarch 23, 2008 at 11:14 PM

    Have a wonderful Easter Sunday!

    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

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  46. AnonymousMarch 24, 2008 at 2:11 PM

    I am so envious of Your Vacation.... I am still freezing in NE Pa. ! Love Your Photos & Blog ! !
    Marilyn

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  47. Diane MarsMarch 24, 2008 at 2:35 PM

    Wow that looks divine, I am so jealous I love Mexico Vacations the ocean water is warm and so blue!
    Welcome home.
    Hugs, Diane

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  48. LindaMarch 24, 2008 at 10:22 PM

    Wow Ele,
    What a wonderful place to relax, I love going to the beach on holidays, you can't help but relax with all the wonderful sea air. I hope that you are feeling relaxed and ready for Spring.
    Cheers Linda

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  49. LollyMarch 25, 2008 at 3:40 PM

    Wow! What a nice way to rest and rejuvenate! You lucky girl!
    ~Lolly

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  50. AnonymousMarch 25, 2008 at 9:22 PM

    Oh, that's one of my favorite places. It looks like you had gorgeous weather and lots of fun.
    Just stumbled by and sending good wishes. You have a delightful blog.

    Cookie Sunshine

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  51. MonicaMarch 26, 2008 at 9:18 AM

    So pretty Ele!
    I would never want to leave that PINK HEAVEN :)
    Hope your having a great week!

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  52. roseroomnz.comMarch 26, 2008 at 9:21 PM

    Absolutely divine! Reminds me of Fiji . . .Rachael:)

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  53. AnonymousMarch 27, 2008 at 12:37 PM

    Ele, that view was amazing! Looks like you had a lovely time!

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  54. UnknownMarch 31, 2008 at 3:44 PM

    Oh My goodness Ele...I am drooling over your wonderful pictures from your trip. Wow what a gorgeous place. I sure hope you did get home feeling rested!

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  55. Roxie Morrow April 6, 2008 at 2:39 PM

    Wow, you are so beautiful. Love the pic of you "going out". I did spot the 2 pink houses, I would be in heaven for sure. Thanks for sharing all the pics with us.
    Oops, I think it's time for a vacation. LOL

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  56. Jennifer PaganelliMay 4, 2008 at 4:15 PM

    You do it so well!!!

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