The boys and I think Tom has a pretty cool job. For the past few years, he has been flying the Admiral all over Europe and Africa.
Last weekend, Tom surprised us with a trip on the Gulfstream! We flew from Sicily to Naples on the mainland, and we were the only passengers on this 12 seat jet. It was only about a 45 minute flight, but it was so much fun. As long as the Admiral isn't on board, military dependents can fly Space A (free!). We stayed two nights in Naples, and then flew back to Sicily.
On our flight to Naples, there was A LOT of turbulence. Poor Max struggled and ended up throwing up all over me! At least it didn't get in the Admiral's seat! DJ and Noah were able to go up to the cockpit and learn a little more about flying. That was definitely a highlight for DJ. The transport safety specialist didn't make any meals for this short flight, but he did give the kids lots of candy from his stash in the back. That was definitely a highlight for Noah.
One of our favorite stops in Naples was at L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele. This was the BEST pizza we've had in Italy! I don't have the words to describe it. If anyone has read or watched Eat, Pray, Love, this restaurant is the one they talked about in the book/movie.
We also took a train to Sorrento and walked around the Amalfi Coast. It was beautiful!! Oh, and Max got his first real haircut at the barber shop at the base in Naples.
The base airport in Sicily.
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From the base airport, we took a quick shuttle ride to the jet.
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Oh boy, this is going to be fun!
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A view of Mt. Etna from the sky!
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L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
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Taking the city bus to the train station.
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At the Naples train station.
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It was about an hour train ride to Sorrento, which is the gateway to the Amalfi Coast.
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Ever since Noah was about 3 years old, he has had this strong urge to draw. He amazes us sometimes with his drawings. We always make sure to pack a sketch book and pencil in our bag. We'll be in the middle of doing just about anything, and Noah will say "I need to draw something" and ask for paper.
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Just got off our hour train ride! We made it to Sorrento. Now it's time to explore.
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We had such a fun day exploring the Amalfi Coast. The weather was beautiful too. Now it's time to get back on the train and head to Naples.
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We had a few hours before our flight home and grabbed the chance to get the boys' haircuts.
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This was Max's first haircut! He was not happy about it.
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Noah needed to stop and draw this fire hydrant.
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3 comments:
WOWZER!!
what a fantabulous experience for DJ, Noah, Lincoln, and Max! The only passengers on a G3, the plane your Dad flies!! Is that cool or what!? the pizza looks so good-Grandma Linda and I are salivating! We have memories from our bus ride along the Amalfi Coast-so rugged and beautiful!
Treasure the memories;keep them in your brain rolodex. Maybe Noah will be an architect!?
Love, Grandma Linda and Grandpa Frank
How fun was that! What great memories your making for the boys:-) Max just wanted his Auntie Loree to cut his hair:-( One of these days they will all be in my chair even Mom:-) Great pictures thanks for sharing!XOXO
Wow! I am amazed at the adventures of your family. You are truly blessed! Great pictures of your boys. A little girl would be perfect for you family though (hehehe)!
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