Doug and I were went to Sandestin, Florida. He went for a work conference, I went for a vacation. We went from Sunday to Friday and it was heavenly to me. We did have some bumps along the way, but it ended up fantastic. When we showed up our room was OK for one person, but it was a small studio with a kitchen, but it had a broken toilet seat, no iron, and it smelled a little funny,come to find out the smell was from paint, but it did not smell like paint to me. It had a gorgeous view of the water though. We complained and they fixed the toilet seat, and brought us an iron. We were not really in the room at all, so we didn't complain anymore. Sunday night we relaxed and got ready for the next day. Doug went off at 7:30am to his conference and I headed to the gym to work out. Then I headed back to get cleaned up and then I headed for a day at the spa. I know these are some scary pictures, but hey I felt fantastic afterwards. I had a massage, salt glow body treatment (which was heavenly), and a facial. I forgot to ask for pictures till the end so I look a little worked over.
A few different views from our balcony.
We were able to hit the beach for a few hours, before having to go to dinner. It was very, very relaxing to me. Unfortunately Doug was there to work, but he did have each afternoon and evening with me.
We enjoyed every evening on the beach taking walks and just enjoying each other and what Heavenly Father has created.
I of course enjoyed shopping every day. The outlet stores were just a mile from our resort and I found some great finds. I got three new pairs of shoes, a new dress (three sizes smaller), two pairs of shorts, four new shirts, and a few other things. I also purchased beach chairs, towels, and an umbrella. It was cheaper to buy these things then rent them from the resort everyday. 
We took a walk on the beach that afternoon and I came across this bird with only one foot.
The water up to the stairs to the resort. Yes I got wet taking this picture. In fact I was soaked from the waist down.
Well since the beach was closed to swimming, we hit the pool. It was still humid and hot, but not unbearable. I could have stayed there all day, but Doug needed to do some work and I wanted to spend every minute I could with him. Double red flags were flying. Water is closed to the public and you could be arrested.
Every other day the yellow and purple flags were flying. Which meant there was dangerous marine life in the area, we did see a jelly fish washed up, but I did not have my camera with me.
All in all that was a very fun, relaxing, and enjoyable vacation I have had in a long time. The only other thing that would have made it perfect was if Doug did not have to work. I can't complain since everything was paid for except my food and trip to the spa. Thank you Doug for giving me a trip I will always remember and cherish. I love you!!! I did not want to come home. Of course while I am writing this I am in a cabin up in the Georgia mountains on another vacation. Yes, I am spoiled. The kids have their fall break this week. My mother came in to watch the kids for us last week while we were on vacation and now we are enjoying her company and relaxing up at a cabin where the weather is a nice cool 70. I will post more later. I almost forgot, we found this chocolate store who had the most amazing carmel turtle apples. I had to bring one home.
