A Dream Day for Water Babies

Posted on July 21, 2013 by lesleycarter

Athena and I are both water babies. Our heaven is swimming in a pool, a lake, an ocean…. a bath tub. I never feel quite as relaxed or refreshed as during and after swimming. Curacao is a dream for water babies and today was one continuous, unbelievable, pinch me dream made reality.

We started our morning at 7 am. While I was packing and preparing for the day, Athena was running around the hotel room and the patio saying, “Pool. Pool. Pool.” She knew what our day would be like.

Even before breakfast, we went for a swim at the hotel. It was the most refreshing way to start the day. Already hot and sunny, the pool felt cold at first but after the initial adjustment it was soothing. We had an hour before breakfast and we used every minute.

The rest of the day included pristine beach after pristine beach. I kept thinking it couldn’t get any more beautiful yet they were all equally unique, making them more beautiful than the last.

Livingstone Beach Resort offers two pools and I’m glad I didn’t just stick to the one I knew. Before dinner, Athena and I ventured across the street to another pool and it left me standing there with my mouth agape. Can you even tell where the pool ends and the ocean begins?

The water adventures continue tomorrow but this time we can to include mammals. Watch as Athena swims with dolphins for the first time. I’m too excited to sleep.

39 thoughts on “A Dream Day for Water Babies”

alyssamichellefrench on July 21, 2013 at 6:34 pm said:

Gorgeous!(: And that picture of Athena is absolutely fantastic!

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realtalkrealdebate on July 21, 2013 at 6:42 pm said:

Great pictures! Looking forward to your next post. Hope Athena has lots of fun. 🙂

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John on July 21, 2013 at 6:44 pm said:

Sooo sweet, mom!

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quarksire on July 21, 2013 at 6:48 pm said:

lewk forward to seein ur day w/da dolphins….kewl:) one………Q

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Carpenter's Quill on July 21, 2013 at 6:50 pm said:

She is a doll! What a fun, beautiful, breathtaking experience.

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Try New Things on July 21, 2013 at 6:53 pm said:

I love to be in the water too. Ocean, tub, pool or lake…I just feel so at home in the water. One of my bucket list things is to swim in all five oceans…three to go but two of the coldest still on that list!

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thechavagnesexperience on July 21, 2013 at 7:01 pm said:

Love travel with children! It gives them such amazing horizons…always worth the trip! 🙂 Our children have been across Europe, born in two European countries, and are now enjoying the States!

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- lesleycarter on July 21, 2013 at 7:04 pm said:
  
  It has its challenges but every second of adventure is heightened by having children at your side. I love exploring new countries, cultures, and adventures with Athena. Where’s your next trip?
  
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elizabethjaneclarke on July 21, 2013 at 7:06 pm said:

What a gorgeous photo! Quite jealous as I freeze in Australia – 2 degrees this morning!

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- lesleycarter on July 21, 2013 at 7:09 pm said:
  
  Australia has it’s fair share of beauty 😉
  
  I met a lady here today from Australia. You should visit too 🙂 Where is the next stop on your list?
  
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pankajrawat on July 21, 2013 at 7:37 pm said:

I envy you 🙂

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DetroitFamilyFun on July 21, 2013 at 9:01 pm said:

Amazing! We got our two year old his first passport for his birthday but have yet to use it. We too, are water babies and your post is inspiring me to start planning a beach vacation, thanks!

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rhian @melbs on July 21, 2013 at 9:21 pm said:

Wow looks fabulous.

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ibdesignsusa on July 21, 2013 at 9:27 pm said:

I also love the water and find it so great. Looks like you both had a blast and looking forward to tomorrow with the dolphins. Athena is sure growing up and so adorable!

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talesfromthemotherland on July 21, 2013 at 9:49 pm said:

SO exciting! It looks like a gorgeous island. Having just seen Barbados, I’m all about beautiful beaches and turquoise water! So wonderful!!

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- lesleycarter on July 22, 2013 at 12:02 pm said:
  
  Well I know that Fiji is coming up, but since that is FREE 😉 you should make a trip to Curacao. The water is unbelievable.
  
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  - talesfromthemotherland on July 22, 2013 at 2:39 pm said:
    
    I haven’t heard anything from Fiji air yet, so need to see the restrictions, to plan.
    
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    - lesleycarter on July 22, 2013 at 5:24 pm said:
      
      You’ll hear from them. No worries 😉
      
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      - talesfromthemotherland on July 22, 2013 at 9:32 pm said:
        
        Are you kidding… I’m going to Fiji! Damn straight there’s no worries! Yipeee! 😉
        
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irenedesign2011 on July 22, 2013 at 1:35 am said:

You look very happy, both of you. Wish you a wonderful trip all over.
Irene

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Let's CUT the Crap! on July 22, 2013 at 5:36 am said:

Wonderful that Athena has such a wonderful temperament. Makes me think she is going to grow up into some smart woman with all these experiences under her belt from such a young age.

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- lesleycarter on July 22, 2013 at 12:01 pm said:
  
  I’m so blessed that she’s pleasant while traveling and meeting new people. It makes anything possible. 🙂
  
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lessthanperfectmama on July 22, 2013 at 5:40 am said:

Looks dreamy!

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lisagono on July 22, 2013 at 5:45 am said:

Looks fantastic. We leave for Curacao in a few weeks – I’m even more excited now.

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- lesleycarter on July 22, 2013 at 12:00 pm said:
  
  Well stay tuned. Lots more to come; we have amazing activities planned 🙂
  
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louisamayalcatt on July 22, 2013 at 5:56 am said:

I want to go here! LMA

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paranoiasnfm on July 22, 2013 at 7:57 am said:

Sweet!

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Nanny on July 22, 2013 at 10:49 am said:

What a beautiful island!! Beautiful picture of you two in the pool and I love the way you’ve captured her energy while she’s waiting for pool time – she’s obviously having a blast!! And, nope, I can’t tell where the pool ends and the ocean begins! Have fun!

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colourfuljourneys on July 22, 2013 at 11:11 am said:

Absolutely stunning! Enjoy 🙂

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thislittleplot on July 22, 2013 at 2:14 pm said:

I, too, have always felt more at home at or near the water. An old friend once said, when I pondered the reasons for such an affinity, “it’s where we came from.”

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RMW on July 22, 2013 at 3:13 pm said:

Love the photos, especially the teal pool water with the palm trees.

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diasolifeontheborder on July 22, 2013 at 4:24 pm said:

Wonderful to see you enjoying life with your family.
Those are good memories you are making!

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amberdover on July 22, 2013 at 9:26 pm said:

Wow…so beautiful!

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alovelystateofmind on July 23, 2013 at 3:39 pm said:

This is giving me a major travel itch!

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eastwitching on July 24, 2013 at 5:37 am said:

so fab you found your little piece of watery heaven:)

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quirkywritingcorner on July 29, 2013 at 9:08 pm said:

Your daughter is so cute! I love her smile, she puts her whole face into it.

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