Guantanamo Bay

In June, R & I went to see Joe in Cuba.  We are definitely missing each other and lucky to have been able to take a big trip like this.  And although we could only stay on the base, and not see "real Cuba", it was cool being able to visit the country where Abuela is from.

Joe said it hadn't rained until we showed up.
There were lots of mountains and cliffs...

...and rocks.

The rain didn't slow Robin down.
We checked out a bunch of "beaches", interested in exploring the island.

It's a military base with families. There were many playground structures.

And maybe the cheesiest mini golf I have ever seen

One day the boys went fishing...

...where Columbus landed...for the second time.

We went bowling.

Although the sand is really pebbles, Robin had plenty of fun getting it all in his
bathing suit while boogie boarding the waves.  The water was a pretty turquoise.

The bus back to the airport to fly home.

We had to spend the night in Ft. Lauderdale on our way there and back.
Thank you airport for having Dunkin Donuts.   There aren't many in New Orleans,
not that I am complaining of NOLA's food and drink!

All in all, it was worth it.  Unfortunately I came down with strep throat and Robin missed a beach day, but we got to see Joe and it made me feel better to see how he is, and see he is good in his routine.  He comes home for a few days this month on his way to DC, so we're very excited!  Longing for this deployment to be over, but with school starting next week, it will give us a much needed change in our routine.