Hello!
I think we’ve been here about 5 days now, I’m not too sure, I’ve kind of lost track of time but I think it’s Friday. It is absolutely beautiful and we are loving it. We did spend the last few days tending to Little Zs chicken pox though. Oh the irony of wondering why he’s escaped them all these years and then getting a full blown dose of it as soon as we landed. It started off as a single spot for a few days and the “is it / is it not chicken pox” pondering confirmed itself a few days later. The hotel has been lovely and a regular dose of calamine lotion and piriton have really helped it. We’re now at the stage where we can see other humans but we’re yet to go in the pools.
Thank goodness for the huge beach and ocean. So we definitely don’t feel like we’re missing out. We’ve never made so many sandcastles!
We have spent our days making sand hoovers, sitting in pedolos and making every bartender make strawberry milkshakes.
Mauritius has a very tropical atmosphere and that brings with it a regular daily visit from ants and geckos. The hotel staff spray all the rooms on a daily basis but I suppose it’s inevitable. There are messages on the TV about how the staff can remove geckos from your room, with a loving picture of one being cradled in someone’s hands. Ahh, lovely. So the first night we rang them, a bit late but we knew that the softies within us wouldn’t let us sleep with a gecko running about the walls. Two men turned up with a broom, whilst we *stood* on our beds trying to look all nonchalant. They located it instantly, gave it a whack and thwacked it out of the French doors as if they were playing golf. I think the only way to describe us after that was … speechless. We’ve not called them after that. Little Z has instead become accustomed to them and nature in general and keeps trying to catch one. As well as bees, ants, everything really.
The food is amazing and I don’t think I’ve ever tasted pineapple as nice anywhere else. I am being very restrained about not diving into it though, as I’m sure there’s something about pineapple and labour and how women eat lots of it to bring it on when they’re fed up of being overdue. Oh but pineapples and chillies! Wow. I am definitely going to remember that post labour.
Today we go to safari where the Other half has booked a trip to walk with the lions. Because he is mental. I’ve outright refused to do it figuring I would probably make a good meal for the lions right now. Plus I’m not sure they’d let me anyway, being 20 weeks now. This is why I outright refused. Of course.
We have been assured that they are very very well safe. Ok then. Little Z and I are going to stick to the petting farm and zoo where I’m sure the ponies and giraffes won’t want to eat us. No doubt we will take a million photos of it all.
Ooh and the baby kicked. Properly!! I really should do a pregnancy update soon.
Wish you were here….. Xx
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Ahhh I’m so pleased you’re there safe and having a wonderful time!
What a shame about little Z getting chicken pox what pants timing, sounds like he’s doing well though!!!
Aww so sad about the geckos, we tend to leave them alone here they seem to stay up on the walls, especially with Arthur (like Littke Z) trying to get them haha!
Mmmm pineapple and chilli is SO good, I had some when we went out for my birthday it was AMAZING!!!
A huge YAY for baby kicks so happy for you!!! Xxx
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The geckos do look very cute don’t they? I have been telling everyone about the pineapple and chillies. I’ll pop over for a catch up on the bump, hope you’re well 🙂 x
Ah it looks like you are having an amazing time already- I have always wanted to go to Mauritius! Enjoy lovely! Sorry to hear about Z’s chicken pox. xx
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Mauritius is definitely one for the list. So kiddie friendly and so much to do. Hope Greece was amazing!
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Hooray! Great news about the baby kicking 🙂
It sounds like you’re having a lovely time, despite the chicken pox. I was a bit horrified to read about the geckos though! I would definitely not be walking with lions, but have seen photographic evidence to suggest that the OH survived!
Hehe he did survive the lions and is now showing the video to absolutely everyone. I doubt I would do it even if I wasn’t pregnant!
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
MY eldest got the pox on our first family holiday abroad, the sun really helped bring it all out and her skin was clear within days. Hope it’s mild for Little Z. So pleased you’re enjoying it, it’s so fab to lose track of time on hols xx
I think the sun helped so much but we just couldn’t believe the timing, Sod’s law huh? Was great to have a huge beach though 🙂
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Poor Z glad he’s ok, not going having chicken pox. So pleased you’re feeling baby kicking. And the place looks amazing, glad you’re having a wonderful time xx
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It was really lovely and I’ll post some more pics up. Luckily he was ok with calpol and its all scabbed over now.
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Sounds like an amazing break away so far, apart from the chicken pox. I would have been just as speechless as you with the “gecko” incident. Enjoy #magicmoments
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Hehe I’m pretty sure we’ll never forget the gecko incident or ever be able to look them in the eye again 🙂
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
We found it a magical place too. Thinking about it we did have an ant issue when we were staying there too. The geckos stayed out on the balcony though and we were happy to share that space with them.. Looks like you are having a wonderful time.
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It’s so nice isn’t it? I think H will love it if you do go again, so much for kids to do!
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
What a lovely place to be, it looks stunning there and a lovely break for you all #Whatsthestory
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It was amazing and I can’t believe it flew by so fast! Definitely worth a visit x
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Looks amazing! So glad you’re having a lovely time, and that Z is surviving the chicken pox. I’d have chased after those guys with a broom, see how they like it…! Yay on the kicking 🙂
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Hehe it was so funny watching them with a broom. Till they whacked them. Luckily I think the gecko was just dazed.
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
What a magical place for a break, even with the chickenpox!
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Weirdly I think it worked out perfectly having chicken pox in the sun. They seemed to dry up really quickly.
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
looks wonderful
pleased the chicken pox didnt stop you for too long
I remember when my older kids got them. We too were on holiday
It’s just bonkers timing isn’t it having them on holiday? Luckily they seemed to be a non severe case.
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Looks so beautiful Tas, I can’t believe Z came out in chicken pox just as it’s holiday time but at least it was at the start so you have the rest of the holiday to enjoy. I love fresh pineapple so much, I would make myself sick with it but probably best to be restrained to stay on the safe side 🙂 Enjoy the rest of the holiday and we’ll look forward to a bump update when you’re back! xx
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Hehe oh the days I had to stop myself with the pineapple. I am to buy a full one after the pregnancy I think! 🙂
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Sounds like you’re having a fab time, despite the pox! Typical isn’t it! I love the gecko story! How sinister of them! Poor little things! Enjoy the rest of your holiday and those first kicks! Xx #ShareWithMe
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Thank you 🙂 it’s become one of our favourite stories of the holiday right now.
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Wow, Mauritius looks absolutely wonderful. It’s definitely been on my bucket list for some while now. What a shame H got chicken pox but it sounds like the hotel have been amazing. Hope the safari with the lions wasn’t as scary as first thought! Enjoy the rest of your holiday! #ShareWithMe
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It’s such a good trip especially with children. I think you will really love it!
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Aw it looks gorgeous hon! Typical Z had to go and get chicken pox though, how crazy!! Glad it has not stopped you enjoying yourselves though, it looks blissful! Xx
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The timing was complete Sod’s law :). Luckily the sun really helped though and the beach was the perfect place to be!
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Wow that sounds blissful even with the chicken pix. Glad little Z is able to get out and about and have fun and hope you have a fab time at the petting zoo. Think I would have been nervous about walking with the lions too. How exciting that baby kicked properly for the first time too – such a magical moment 🙂
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The baby kicking was definitely lovely and even nicer was when the hubby felt it for the first time 🙂
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
How gorgeous does your holiday look, wow, utterly beautiful and your son has grown since your last post with him in it, don’t you find this happens on holiday! Can’t wait to see more x
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Yes I always look at him on his Trunki especially and wonder when he shot up 🙂
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Beautiful photos on the beach! And looks like your having a ball #ShareWithMe xx
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Thank you 🙂 it’s a brilliant place to visit and so family friendly x
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Looks so stunning! Postcard perfect indeed! Looks like a fun trip. Chicken pox is always a killjoy. #sharewithme
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We couldn’t believe it when they all came out. Luckily they cleared up quickly x
Notmyyearoff recently posted…Silent Sunday & Project 52 – Week 20
Oh bless you chicken pox never come at a good time. Looks like you are having a great time. Thank you so much for linking up to Share With Me #sharewithme
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Oh my goodness, I can’t believe he had chicken pox!! I guess there is lots there to distract him though and it doesn’t sound like it has affected your holiday too much. And the baby kicked?! That is so exciting. It all sounds wonderful and I hope you are managing to get some rest too.
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Oh what a shame about the chicken pox – I swear my daughter would time various germs/ear infections/teething for the moment we stepped on a plane. At least there was a lovely beach.
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