Coco Keys

We just spent the last few days at Coco Keys Water Resort at the Sheraton Ferncroft Hotel. It's an indoor water park adjacent to the hotel. We’ve been here before, most recently on my 40th birthday, yet this was the perfect way to end our staycation week for many reasons.

• The weather the past three days has reverted back to what it was like earlier this month, upper 60s and rainy


• The price was right


• The kids really love this place, and so do I


• I had help! (Thanks Suzie!)

While I was disappointed to let go of my original vacation plans for a road trip, I’m glad I was able to do a week of mini-adventures. Doesn’t hurt that I spent half as much money and still wound up with a fantastic week with the kids, my silver linings.

Now, onward to my next destination: Washington, D.C.!