Dave is on Holidays!!!

Dave finished exams and we had a list of things we wanted to accomplish. I might have had a bigger list of all the adventures we could do, while Dave's list consisted of relaxation, but we came to a compromise and had a great time spending our break with friends, and each other.

Seven Sisters Waterfall:

We spent an afternoon touring Seven Sisters Waterfall with some great friends! So glad we had the chance to see these waterfalls, even if it was raining and we did end up on a German tour bus!

Our Group! Finally made it to the first set of waterfalls!

Beginning of the hike!

Of course sword fighting happened!

He always seems to find a 'walking stick'

Kimmy and Phil

First set of waterfalls

Dave even found some pineapple!!!

 

 

 As I mentioned, while trying to catch a bus on the way home we happened to get on a 'taxi' that was actually a German tour bus for the day.  Basically a cruiseship had ported in St. George's and a group of German tourists had hired a local taxi to drive them around the island for the day. While, in true Grenadian fashion and not wanting to miss the chance for some extra cash, the taxi driver pulled over and let us jump on board! We actually had a great time with the German group and we got to see more of the island!

In saying that, we stopped at a second waterfall and a man had a monkey that you could take a photo with, for a small price of course.  Well, I learned that I am not too fond of monkeys and certainly won't be doing this again!

As you can see...not too happy!

I am actually thinking, get this freaking monkey off my shoulder. And worried that he would bite my face off!

As well as doing some touring, Dave did get to spend some time relaxing and lounging!

We wish you a Merry Christmas!

 *This was suppose to post on the eve of November 30th.....nevertheless, here is our Merry Christmas, anyway lol!

Well, I cannot believe that the Christmas season is just hours away.  It honestly feels like yesterday that we were setting up our 'Charlie Brown' tree in England and preparing for our first Christmas together, just the two of us.  There are so many things that have happened in this last year; we have seen, heard, and conquered so much that it is hard to believe that it was all done in just 365 days.

So for now, we send a very 'Merry Christmas' from Grenada, as we prepare for our second Christmas, just the two of us, and look forward to making even more memories to fill another 365 days.

 Thank you to the beautiful, and talented, Miss Julie Delgado Connlly for taking the photos!! You (cause I know you will read this) did such an incredible job! Thank you for capturing these memories for us!

GoodBye Micro. and Hello Husband!

Well once again time has gotten the better of me.  I cannot believe how quickly time seems to 'fly' by here...I swear last week was September 1st.

Nevertheless, I have a ton to share and photos to boot!

First up: SO Beach Day/Midterm Social

At the beginning of November, the SO Board put together a midterm social for every SO and Student to attend. It was held at Grand Anse Beach and was a ton of fun. I did think I was going to die going on the tube (picture below) but I am so glad that Julie and Laura convinced me to have some fun.  I feel as though I need to take in as many experiences here as possible! Before I know it, our time on this beautiful island will be up, and I want every memory possible.

Once again our boys were in the middle of midterms and finals, but they managed to make it out for some lunch, and of course tried to enjoy some sun! But, when you are a medical student, in the midst of midterms and finals, this is a difficult task to do! I have learned to be grateful for the time Dave and I get to spend together. I know that all he can think about these days are tests, exams and studying, but I see everyday how he works hard to balance life. And I am so thankful for that.

Enjoying the beach!

Oh Julie...how we will all miss you!

Proof that Dave was in attendance lol!

My new little buddy! Love him!!!

Right before our tube adventure!

Trying to get onto the tube lol!

Yes, I was freaking out! And yes, I was holding on for dear life.

But, it was so fun!

End of Midterms and Finals:

Over the last few weeks, fourth term students have been on "lock-down' and preparing for some of the hardest tests in medical school thus far.  I was so proud, and utterly impressed, with how disciplined Dave really is.  For almost two weeks straight, Dave never left the house once and at every moment possible was immersed in notes, textbooks, and videos; I tried to capture these moments, but when you have a stressed out husband, you do whatever he asks. No pictures were part of his agenda lol!!

Friday, Novemeber 2nd was the final for Micro-biology...as I skyped with a friend from home, Dave walked in the door. I could see the stress had been lifted (until the weekend, when studying for the next midterm began) and was happy to see that he seemed to just be relaxed.  As I talked with my friend, Dave simply walked out of the bedroom holding his bathing suit...that is all I needed!!! For the first time in months, we were headed to the beach together!  I am certain that almost every fourth term student was at the beach that afternoon, but it was such a great afternoon/evening.

Study Group!

All the girls!

The Bromance!

They were a little excited to be finished Micro.

Excited to have my husband for a day!

Although we had a great friday evening, the fourth termers still had their CPD exam.  So, once again Dave was back to studying, while I tried to plan events outside of the house so that he could get in as much quiet time as possible. I may have been informed recently that I talk a lot.... Who would have ever guessed???

But monday came, Dave left for his exam and I had a plan in place. For almost a week I had been planning an 'exams are over, now have some fun' event. I saw an idea on pinterest, and thought it would be a good way for Dave to just rememeber to breath and let loose; something that is difficult to do when there seems to not even be enough time to study!!

This is what Dave came home to!

Our place is small, there wasn't really anywhere to hide lol!

We ran around in a circle lol!

And yes, we were soaked!

Dave takes these things seriously lol!

With some stress gone, we headed to Victory Bar with some great friends to celebrate the end of the hardest set of exams thus far.

Hanging out after lunch!

Together at last!

One gorgeous sailboat at the Port

Dave and Dave enjoying the pool!

It's funny, as you go through each term in medical school you feel as though you are 'getting the hang of things'. And then, BAM it all hits....a stressful class, a difficult professor, lack of time and sleep all come crashing down at full speed; this term has taught me to just be more flexible. 

I have also learned so much about my husband, which is funny that after five years of marriage I am still learning so much.  He amazes me every day, and I am so grateful for all that he does for us. He is one hard working man!!!

And finally, the picture that sums up fourth term!

As we were finishing our lunch, the boys were all talking medical school (SURPRISE, SURPRISE). And then, they get an email that marks for the exams have been posted.

When I said previously that this term has been the most difficult, I was not kidding.  Basically the goal was to pass and never have to do microbiology again!  As you can see, Dave and Greg are hoping for some good news!!!

Pretty much sums up fourth term!