A photo from Valentine’s Day, aww.  It was a nice touch that every woman received a carnation on the way into dinner.

Our last night in Cancun was really low key.  We sat in the lobby, enjoyed some live music, people watching, and glasses of wine. (One thing I won’t miss is the crappy wine!  I’m not a wine snob, but there was no variety and most were awful.)

Jared set his alarm for 7 am so we could eat breakfast and spend a little time strolling on the beach before checking out.

We hung out in the lobby for 45 minutes and had one last drink before heading to the airport.

Our flight was delayed an hour, but eventually we were in the air and on our way home.  My parents met us at the airport with Miles in tow.  It was great to have a ride to our front door.

I’ve done a tiny bit of unpacking and a lot of Bachelor watching.  Jared ordered a pizza for dinner.  Sorry Mom, I’ll cook the chicken tomorrow night.  I grabbed 2 pieces and set them aside for my lunch tomorrow.  Good thinking ahead!

While I didn’t follow my running plan this trip, I’m glad that I exercised 4 times over the course of the vacation.  Something is always better than nothing!  I used the stairmaster, ran on the treadmill, ran outside, and used a Core Fusion pilates DVD.  I don’t feel like I went overboard with food and alcohol, but I cut myself some slack cuz I was on vacation.  I enjoyed all that Cancun had to offer! 

That being said, I can’t wait to get back into the groove:  hitting the gym, sauna, eating healthy, and having daily responsibilities.  I’m so excited to really start my Half Marathon training, go back to spin and Body Pump

Jared and I ran for 25 minutes.  Not bad for his 1st Half Marathon training run and the fact that he really needs new sneakers.  We ran 15 minutes away from the hotel, turned around, and should’ve run 15 minutes back.  But I guess we were anxious for lunch because we made it back in 10 minutes.

I went overboard eating chips and guacamole and paid the price.    After a bit of R&R and about 30 minutes of stomach pain, everything was A-ok.

Jared and I wandered next door to check out the Riu Cancun and then browsed at the Mexican Outlet which sells any type of Mexican craft you could want.  Except the “Dia de Los Muertos” items we were looking for.  I’m glad we saw some great mariachi skeletons at the airport.  Definite purchase just before we fly home!

It’s only February 13th, but Love is already in the air.

After my Espresso martini and a costume change, it will be time for dinner.

Still no word on whether we can stay here for our final night or move down the street to the Riu Caribe.  Oh the drama of life when you’re on vacation.

I miss reading blogs, tweeting, Miles, and Boston in general.  I’m SO thankful for this WARM and relaxing getaway, but it will be nice to return home on Monday night.

Even though I’m on vacation, I’m trying to keep up with exercising.  I ran on the treadmill for 20 minutes.  I had to set the treadmill at 10.5 mph to reach a SLOW jog so I have no idea what speed I was actually running or what distance I covered.  I did work up a sweat because someone had shut the AC off in the gym and it was incredibly hot and stuffy.

Jared and I enjoyed a drink before dinner.

We also found out that our upgraded stay at the Riu Palace Americas was actually booked through 2/14 so we’re here for another night.  Fingers crossed that we’ll be allowed to stay for our final night.  It would be a pain to pack up and move hotels for the final night of the trip.

I had the most delicious lamb entree at Krystal.  I ate every bite!  Perfectly seasoned, medium-well as ordered, and so good served over a mix of peppers.

We stopped to watch the hotel’s “Crazy Show” on our way back to the room.  Ridiculous costumes, lip syncing, and choreography to popular songs by Shakira, Ray Charles, Elton John, and the Village People just to name a few.  The show was true to its name, and so bad that it was good.

It’s really windy today and the sun is in and out behind clouds.  After breakfast, Jared and I sat outside and read for a little while.  Now we’re contemplating going for a run along the Hotel Zone.

We weren’t able to make dinner reservations tonight so I think we’re just eating at the buffet.  But that works out perfectly because there’s a mariachi band playing and I’d love to sit and listen after I’ve had a good meal.

After a little too much sun yesterday (only 3 hours and 2 rounds of sunscreen I swear!), Jared and I tried to spend more time in the shade.  However we did find some time to stroll along the beach!

After lunch, we attempted to go for a walk across the street form the hotel.  Everyone wanted to be our “amigo” and show us the goods in their shop.  Ahh, it was overwhelming and we were only out for 15 minutes before we decided to just head back to the hotel.

We spent the afternoon doing more reading.  FYI:  I’m reading Eclipse cuz I needed a fun, easy read.   Jared finished Shutter Island in one day and now hes moved on to Freakanomics.

I’m going to hit the gym again.  Yesterday I used the Stairmaster for 25 minutes and then did abs on the ball.  We’ll see if I can score an open treadmill today.

After the gym, it will be time to get ready for dinner at the hotel’s “fusion” restaurant Krystal.

Woke up around 8 am.

Breakfast at 9 am.  Mmm, mimosa!

Lounge chair + book + sunshine until around 12:30 pm.

Lunch at 12:45 pm.  I made a salad with mixed greens, chickpeas, cucumbers, pineapple, grilled chicken, and more.

Short stroll on the beach.

Reading/napping from 2:30-5ish.

Once I’m done blogging, it’s time to hit the gym!