Graduation Trips

Whenever one of my kids graduates from high school I offer them one of two things.  They can either have some money to help with college, or the two of us can go on a trip together.  I don't think I need to tell you which one I prefer!  They choose the destination... within reason.

My oldest chose a trip to New York City.  She's my performing arts girl and dreamed of living in New York since she was very young.  It was positively fun, fun, fun.  We wondered all over, ate New York food which was fabulous, rode the subway, and saw a Broadway show.  She moved to New York after graduation and is still there to this day.  You'd think I'd be more careful about how far I take them, but another daughter chose Cancun, Mexico.

We relaxed on the beach, nearly drowned in the ocean (another blog), drank virgin pina coladas, zip lined through the jungle, and explored Chichen Itza.  We had an incredible time and have a photo album full of incredible memories.  Although we had the time of our lives, fortunately, she did not feel compelled to live there.

Next up for graduation is my youngest, and does she have a trip planned!  She has always wanted to learn to surf and has chosen Hawaii as her destination.  Apparently on the island of Maui there is an all inclusive surf camp... but not just a "camp".  The have chefs there preparing healthy meals, tropical smoothies, and nutritious snacks.  There is yoga, and massage, and countless other spa services.  And each morning and afternoon you take surf lessons.  Honestly is sounds more like a weight loss health spa!  But among the beautiful Hawaii islands, I'm sure we will never notice.

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