Sunday, March 29, 2015

Pyle Road Trip to Florida, 2015

Oh Florida, how I miss you so... the clear blue skies, the palm trees, the squacking seagulls, the 65 degree weather, the gorgeous beach sunsets, the amazing seafood, the tans, the kidless nights...

Welp, back to reality :D  Tyler and I had the priviledge of going on an incredible 8 day trip to Indian Shores, Florida with fun stops a long the way.  Our 10 year Anniversary is right around the corner, so we decided to make this trip extra special!  In this stage of our life, we have been so blessed to have family living close by who are willing to watch our boys.  So thankful for this break from the responsibility of having four kids and jobs.  We had a chance to focus on our marriage and each other for once!


 And we're off!

 First stop, gorgeous Charleston, South Carolina.  We were loving those trees!

 What an awesome day to take a walk!

 We even spotted a dolphin.

 We were just slightly on cloud 9 :)

 As big fans of Diners, Dive-ins, and Dives, we stopped at the Tatooed Moose recommended by Guy Fieri.  We were not disappointed.  Tyler said it was the absolute best food he'd ever put in his mouth.

 After splitting two sandwiches, Tyler ordered yet another sandwich to devour and I ordered the chocolate bacon pie.  There is nothing wrong with that outstanding combo.
 Savannah Sunset.

 Savannah, Georgia was just as beautiful as we imagined and 
I got to enjoy it with my favorite person <3
 Enjoying the attractions of John's Pass just minutes away from our hotel in Indian Shores, Florida.

 Shimp Ceviche for a late night snack.

 Our all time favorite breakfast... the Lox Omlet at Frog Pond.  We walked there for breakfast 3 times 
during our week stay.

 Monday was a rainy day, but we had a great time anyway!
And how pretty is that bridge?!?
 I talked Tyler into his first pedicure and he enjoyed it!

 We found ourselves on Anna Marie Island and discovered Rod Reel Pier Cafe.
Delish!


 Enjoying room service :)

 Finally, a beach day!

 Gotta love Crabby Bill's.  We do!

 We decided to take a break from the delectable, fresh, fried seafood for our favorite... sushi!

 The view of our hotel from the beach!

 It was a gorgeous 65 degrees and sunny day.  We got a little crispy.

 Love the beach.  Thank you, Lord for Your creation.

 We found a super nice lady (and graduate of Purdue University) to take out picture under this pier.

 Love my goofy guy.

 Delicious food at Sea Critters.  Can you tell we love to eat?!?

We ate a yummy breakfast at Clearsky Cafe.  Kind of a terrible picture
but we gave it a shot ;)
 Relaxation at it's finest.

 One of our favorite pass times on the beach... frisbee!
Look at that form (and that stud!).
 Enjoyed a little putt-putt golf.

 This appetizer was delicioso.

 Oh yummmmmm.

 You know you want it.

 Love this guy.

 Our first Ikea experience was a success!

 Our last stop in Florida, the Taco Bus.  Thanks again, Diner's, Dive-ins, and Dives!

 This was a rude welcome back.  The top picture was what we were driving into, and the picture below was what we drove into the beginning of the week.  *sigh*

This was a trip we will never forget and can hardly imagine ever happened.  It was a dream played out in real life.  Just me and my best friend on a road trip.  We missed our kids (that one day...haha), but they were in good hands and were getting spoiled by loved ones.  So thankful for these memories and hopefully God blesses us with a trip like this again!

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