The Dahl Family

Monday, June 15, 2009

Turtle Farm

Towards the end of our vacation we took a trip to the Turtle Farm. It was very cool and we got to see several different sea turtles. Jamie liked feeding them but didn't have much interest to touch any of them. If you ever visit the Cayman Islands be sure to check this out!

Jamie seeing the turtles for the first time.

Nani, Poppi and Jamie.

Poppi picked up a turtle to show Jamie but he wasn't very sure about touching it!

Nani, Jamie and Poppi feeding the turtles.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Sting Ray Bay

Today we took a boat tour to see Sting Ray Bay. We took a 20 min. boat ride on a glass bottom boat to the area where all of the sting ray's play. It's in the middle of the ocean but on a sand bar so it was only about 5 ft. deep. The sting ray's have been there for years and are very mellow and come right up to you looking for food. Jamie went in for a few mins. and then was ready to come out. He wasn't quite sure about the big black things that were swimming by him! Jeremy, Nani and Poppi had a blast and were able to each hold one of the sting ray's. I volunteered to stay on the boat with Jamie and take pictures. The captain of the boat was very nice and actually brought one over to me on the boat dock so I could touch it. After the visit here we went to a coral reef garden to do some snorkeling and Jeremy saw his first barracuda! It was about 6 ft. long! Needless to say, it was a great adventure today and we all had a lot of fun!

Jamie and Daddy looking at the Sting Rays.

On the boat after we were done. It was a little chilly with the wind blowing but that didn't seem to bother Jamie. This was his first time being on a boat and he was fascinated with everything going on.

Jeremy playing with the Sting Ray! He was smiling but I could tell he was very nervous! :)

The Captain showing Jeremy how to hold it.

How Jamie felt at the end of the trip.....exhausted!

Welcome to the Caymans!

We are having a blast on our family vacation in Grand Cayman! We've been here since Saturday and have spent lots of time lounging on the beach, swimming in the Caribbean Ocean, and enjoying the tropical drinks (virgin for me)! The weather has been beautiful...not too hot and we've enjoyed some great rain showers that blow through in the afternoon. They only last for about 15 mins. and Jamie loves seeing the rain. Nani and Poppi have been having a great time with Jamie which has allowed Jeremy and I to sit back and relax. In fact tomorrow night Jeremy and I are going out to a nice dinner while Nani and Poppi watch Jamie at the hotel. I'm really looking forward to this! We plan to do more sightseeing the rest of the week and visit some more white sandy beaches. Life is good!

Where we are spending our days.....I know it's tough! :)

After 12 yrs. he still sweeps me off my feet...the love of my life!

Jamie playing in the ocean. He really likes the water temp. It's just like bath water.

He loves it when his feet sink into the sand!

Look at those biceps...way to go Daddy! :)

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Here she is.......

As many of you already know, last Thursday, we found we are going to have a little girl! She is healthy and doing great! Now that I'm well into my second trimester I feel good and am enjoying her little kicks and movements. Her due date is Oct. 12th. Here are a few pictures from the ultrasound. Oh yes....her name is Jordan!

While the ultrasound tech. was scanning my stomach she raised her hand a few times to say, "Hi!"

Her profile picture.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Mother's Day

Mother's Day this year was very special for me since it was also Jamie's official 2nd birthday! We started the day with singing him "Happy Birthday" and ended it this way as well. My sisters and brother were in town for the weekend and I really enjoyed being able to spend the day with the whole family. We had breakfast and Cheesecake Factory and then spent the rest of the day lounging at my parents pool. My day was peaceful, relaxing, and spent with the people I love the most.....I hope your Mother's Day was just as special!

Jamie with Poppi trying his Bloody Mary!

Jamie's favorite birthday gift....his purple miniature Dyson vacuum from Nani and Poppi. Jamie was thrilled with this gift!

Uncle Jason teaching Jamie how to play ping pong....just regular ping pong - not beer pong (at least I think!),

Playing after breakfast....what a cutie!

Jamie's 2nd Birthday-Cake & Presents

Jamie celebrated his 2nd birthday with family and close friends who we consider family. We missed you guys in Seattle! Poppi made an outstanding feast and Jeremy was the margarita man! Jamie really enjoyed himself and slept really good that night! Thanks to everyone for making his 2nd birthday so memorable!

Wondering what everyone was doing when we were singing, "Happy Birthday."

The first present we opened Jamie tested it out by walking on it!

Jamie reading books while I opened his presents!

"That was good cake!"

Jamie and Mia on the slide. Jamie decided this was a good place to sit and eat!

Jamie's 2nd Birthday - Bounce Time!

We had Jamie's 2nd birthday party this past weekend and had a GREAT time! Jamie is so blessed to have the best aunt's and uncle. They all flew in for the weekend to celebrate with us! Uncle Jason was Jamie's favorite playmate for the weekend and they had a great time. For his birthday we rented a bounce house. He wasn't sure about it at first and wanted to be held but Uncle Jason was able to make it really fun and got Jamie jumping on his own. Everyone enjoyed the bounce house....even Joey!