Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

The Excellence is a great hotel in the Dominican Republic.  Tim and I are having a relaxing time.  It is hard to believe that it is so cold in Chicago right now when we are experiencing 80 degree weather.  The first full day that we had here was Sunday.  There was not a cloud in the sky - a good welcome for us.  The food has been great so far.  Out of the eight restaurants available to us, we have tried the Mexican restaurant, the Grill, and the Sushi restaurant. They have all been different and very good.  

Yesterday was my birthday.  I felt very privileged to wake up at the beach for my February birthday.  Then I felt like a queen when  I came back to find a birthday cake and balloons decorating my room. I can't remember the last time I felt so special.

Tomorrow we are going horseback riding.  I am a little nervous about this venture.  The last time I was on a horse it laid down to fall asleep on the ground.  I didn't know what to do. Horses scare me because I feel like I can't control them.  I will let you know how it goes.

I hope you all are having a great week.  I look forward to writing again soon.