Blake Family Cruise

Brandon, Josh, and I just came back from our European adventure with the Blake Clan. It started off with a 10-day Mediterranean Cruise and finished with 3 fun-filled days touring Rome. The cruise brought us to the beautiful cities of Florence, Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and Palermo. We had a ton of tasty food, great wine, and best of all, time to visit and relax with the entire family. Brandon was a superstar throughout the trip and couldn't have been a more perfect traveler. Despite having to take naps everyday in the Ergo carrier or stroller, lack of playtime on the floor, and being kept up until 1 or 2am every night, he always had a smile on his face and soaked up every ounce of time with his Nana, Papa, Uncles, Aunt, Cousin, Great Aunt, and parents. We had an amazing trip and can't thank our Nana and Papa enough for giving us memories that will last a lifetime.

All packed and ready to go...sorry, Halo, you have to stay home.

Brandon and I playing on the plane (2 hours down, 8.5 to go).

Trying to keep Brandon cool while he naps in the 95 degree weather.

Nana, Papa, and Brandon taking in the gorgeous view of Florence.
Larry, Josh, Brandon (asleep), and me in Monte Carlo.

The palace in Monte Carlo.
Brandon trying to get his hat off. He wants nothing to do with hats.
Nana and Brandon at dinner

Uncle Justin takes a turn trying to keep Brandon entertained at the dinner table.

Sunset on the boat

Brandon and cousin Gabriel

Brandon and Uncle Brett

Getting dirty on the deck floor

Papa and Brandon
Cutest buns ever!Formal dinner night on the boat.

Brandon's European hairdo

Exploring the floor.
Brandon LOVED pool time!

Last night on the cruise

Trevi Fountain in Rome

Great Aunt Judy, Papa, and Brandon

St. Peter's Basillica in Rome

St. Peter's Square

Naptime while touring the Vatican

The Colliseum in Rome

Cab ride in Rome. Notice the lack of carseat we have here.

Crawling and clapping in the hotel bathroom.

Last night of the trip in the Piazza de Popolo.

Brandon on the plane ride home.