agh... no time right now, but there are pics coming...
Monday, January 19, 2009
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Gave the notice at work...
Gave my three and a half week notice at work this past Saturday... They didn't really wanna let me go, but, not much choice in the matter...
Anyways, Feb 7th is mine and Diamond's last day of work... I can't wait... Won't give us a whole lot of time, but a couple days is all we need...
It's been a great year at Firestone for me, and Diamond just passed her 1 year anniversary at her work as well... Kinda hate to leave, but at the same time, this is an opportunity I couldn't imagine passing up!
Anyways, Feb 7th is mine and Diamond's last day of work... I can't wait... Won't give us a whole lot of time, but a couple days is all we need...
It's been a great year at Firestone for me, and Diamond just passed her 1 year anniversary at her work as well... Kinda hate to leave, but at the same time, this is an opportunity I couldn't imagine passing up!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
The time is FLYING by!
Alright, so, it's been 2 months or so since my last post here, and I figured it was time to update everyone... Where to start where to start... well, we started packing... dive stuff weighs a lot... like a lot a lot...
We paid for 4 bags to travel with, and of course we each get a carry on and a personal item. Everything we are taking has to fit in one of these bags. Not only does it have to fit in one of these bags, but the total weight has to be 50 lbs or less per bag or we have to pay the over weight fees (and even then it's like $50 for 20 more pounds in one bag). Kinda ridiculous, but I suppose I do understand to a point. Needless to say, our largest bag fits most of our dive gear (everything but the regulators and wetsuits), but when weighed, we were around 65 lbs... After some sorting, I decided to put some of the heavier things in a carry on, and in a second bag, moved some of our wetsuits into that bag. It's basically a big puzzle - how to get everything to fit and get the weight distributed evenly. I obtained a portable scale specifically for this task for $25 from Duggan Diving - this thing is awesome - much easier than trying to get the weight distributed on a bathroom scale. Diamond is freaking out a little that she can't take her millions of pairs of shoes, but, is succumbing to the size/weight requirements (its shoes or clothes, her pick)
As life in the real world continues on, Diamond is getting her eyes laser corrected tomorrow (PRK) so that she doesn't have to worry about contacts and/or a prescription mask... Her doctor told her that PRK is a better option, partially due to the way her eyes are and partially because it will be the better option for a full time diver. She still has her job and all is going well, I think she even told her boss about our plans. At my work, I continue to bite my tongue. As much as I would like to think I'm irreplaceable, the truth is that I worry a little that as soon as I give my notice, that a replacement will be moved from another store to take my place. I'm giving my notice January 17th, knowing that I may work until the end of January, or possibly up until the 7th of February. That's my for sure last day no matter what.
Couple other added mentions here - we got our plane tickets for the morning after we arrive in San Pedro Sula to fly to La Ceiba. Then from La Ceiba, we'll be taking the Utila Princess to the island. One issue here - we get in to San Pedro Sula around 1 AM, but fly out at like 9 AM or so... I personally think we should just hang out at the airport - we have to go through customs which could take some time anyways, but she is thinking hotel... I don't see the value of taking a taxi in the middle of the night in a very strange place to a hotel for a couple hours of sleep, but, we'll see what happens... Another added mention is insurance. Obviously our insurance coverage through our work will cease, so we got travelers insurance. Bought 3 months worth, and plan on renewing as we go. Came out pretty cheap - $150 for the pair of us for the three months and it covers all medical and dental expenses. We did not get any type of option for trip insurance as our itinerary isn't exactly set in stone and we can change at any time...
I'm sure there is more... I'm gonna update this a little more often if possible... Stay tuned!
We paid for 4 bags to travel with, and of course we each get a carry on and a personal item. Everything we are taking has to fit in one of these bags. Not only does it have to fit in one of these bags, but the total weight has to be 50 lbs or less per bag or we have to pay the over weight fees (and even then it's like $50 for 20 more pounds in one bag). Kinda ridiculous, but I suppose I do understand to a point. Needless to say, our largest bag fits most of our dive gear (everything but the regulators and wetsuits), but when weighed, we were around 65 lbs... After some sorting, I decided to put some of the heavier things in a carry on, and in a second bag, moved some of our wetsuits into that bag. It's basically a big puzzle - how to get everything to fit and get the weight distributed evenly. I obtained a portable scale specifically for this task for $25 from Duggan Diving - this thing is awesome - much easier than trying to get the weight distributed on a bathroom scale. Diamond is freaking out a little that she can't take her millions of pairs of shoes, but, is succumbing to the size/weight requirements (its shoes or clothes, her pick)
As life in the real world continues on, Diamond is getting her eyes laser corrected tomorrow (PRK) so that she doesn't have to worry about contacts and/or a prescription mask... Her doctor told her that PRK is a better option, partially due to the way her eyes are and partially because it will be the better option for a full time diver. She still has her job and all is going well, I think she even told her boss about our plans. At my work, I continue to bite my tongue. As much as I would like to think I'm irreplaceable, the truth is that I worry a little that as soon as I give my notice, that a replacement will be moved from another store to take my place. I'm giving my notice January 17th, knowing that I may work until the end of January, or possibly up until the 7th of February. That's my for sure last day no matter what.
Couple other added mentions here - we got our plane tickets for the morning after we arrive in San Pedro Sula to fly to La Ceiba. Then from La Ceiba, we'll be taking the Utila Princess to the island. One issue here - we get in to San Pedro Sula around 1 AM, but fly out at like 9 AM or so... I personally think we should just hang out at the airport - we have to go through customs which could take some time anyways, but she is thinking hotel... I don't see the value of taking a taxi in the middle of the night in a very strange place to a hotel for a couple hours of sleep, but, we'll see what happens... Another added mention is insurance. Obviously our insurance coverage through our work will cease, so we got travelers insurance. Bought 3 months worth, and plan on renewing as we go. Came out pretty cheap - $150 for the pair of us for the three months and it covers all medical and dental expenses. We did not get any type of option for trip insurance as our itinerary isn't exactly set in stone and we can change at any time...
I'm sure there is more... I'm gonna update this a little more often if possible... Stay tuned!
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