Kayaking

Stacie, Matthew, Andrew, Kaylee, Trace, Bree, Aliyah and I all went kayaking in Riverbend Park. It was Bree's first time and she was so adorable. She overcame her fears and was a pro by the end. We managed to see two alligators during our adventure.

 

The Amazing Race

Tacky Tourists

 

Biker Gang

Hippies

Squid Game

Get on your marks, get set...

Phil, I mean Trevor, and his assistant

                                          

The Winners

Trevor organized our Second Annual Amazing Race and did an awesome job! We started off the race at 10 am at our house and once we were in our cars received our first clue. It led us to Tropical Smoothie where we had to order green smoothies and record two of us drinking it from start to finish. Once finished, we received our next clue which led us to Busch Wildlife Center where we were directed to take a picture with an alligator. From there, we had to take a picture with the lighthouse. Then we went to Coral Cove where we had to find a specific shell before breaking for appetizers at Blue Pointe Bar and Grill. Before leaving, we had to each eat an oyster and complete a card stacking challenge.

The second part of our race, led us to Loggerhead Marine Life Center where we took a picture with a sea turtle. From there, we went to the Manatee Lagoon and were blessed with seeing some manatees. Then we headed to West Palm to see Sandy the Christmas tree, eat meatballs at Lynoras, eat a dog treat and sing Christmas carols with a stranger. We then headed across the bridge to Palm Beach, where we went to Worth Avenue and sang "Jingle Bells" in front of the beautiful tree. We then posed for senior pictures, which was so much fun. The last event was at Drive Shack, where Trevor had reserved a bay for two hours. Last but not least, we ended up at Stacie and Patrick's house where we had pizza and rehashed all the days events. Trevor did an amazing job. We had such a blast!!!!

Thanksgiving

We had a very special Thanksgiving celebration. It was Bree and Matt's first time in Jupiter and we loved having them stay with us, along with Mom, Grandma and Aliyah. Stacie and Patrick hosted Shelli, Matthew and Andrew. We had all the traditional Thanksgiving fixings, enjoyed the beautiful weather with corn hole, time by the pool and games. It was very special having Grandma Carie here. It took a lot out of her though. She gave us all a scare when she had one of her "spells" while sitting at the table. I thought we had lost her. Thankfully she came to quickly.

Matt taught us a new card game called Kemps. It was so much fun. You have to secretly alert your partner that you're ready to go out. Mom and I were acting like we were pulling the hairs on our chins. Bree and Matt were playing footsie under the table. Lots of laugher by all.  Love my family!