20th Anniversary

I'm not sure this picture really does it justice,
but this tree made of poinsettias was just beautiful!

Yesterday was our 20th anniversary.  I surprised Eric with an annual pass combo to Busch Gardens and Sea World.  We went yesterday, and I have to say that it was the most enjoyable day I've ever had at a theme park that I can remember.  I can't ride the rides (except for the train), but the weather was beautiful (high 70s), there were very few people on a Tuesday in the winter months, and Apollo enjoyed the day out and the attention when I allowed people to pet him.

Unfortunately, Eric determined, after two roller coaster rides, that his heart could not take the adrenaline rush any more.  He had asked his heart doctor if it was OK for him to ride the roller coasters several months ago because I insisted he check first since his heart attack several years ago.  I am very happy that he decided on his own that it was too much for him.  I was very proud of him knowing how very much he loves his roller coasters.  Regarless, we both had a great time watching the coasters and looking at all the beautiful Christmas decorations, and he said he would still be happy to go and see shows, the animals, and just have days out of the house so I don't think the money was wasted on the annual passes.