Our "whoa-up" in Sarasota gave us a couple more lovely dinners, some time to read and relax in the sun AND hit the beach one more time. We went back to a couple fav. restaurants during our unexpected stay. Dry dock Grill on Longboat (so Dave could have another portion of Lobster Tacos) and, after a sweet day at the beach, another fabulous meal of "shrimps" in garlic and brandy at unassuming little Rick's Bistro. Oh boy.....we need to tone it down from now on!
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| our beach companion |
Yesterday we drove a whopping 92 miles north to the Traveler's Rest RV and Golf Resort near Dade City, Florida.
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| this sweet little Palm Warbler was waiting as we arrived |
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| can you see a feathered friend hunkering down in the little island's foliage on the golf course? |
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| lovely views from Beluga's door |
We've recently connected (via email) with business friends we haven't seen in probably 30+ years. Peggy and Kevin have just moved to this area (a week ago!) and we were able to meet them for dinner last night. As you have come to expect from me, I took no pictures. We talked, non-stop, from the time we pulled into their driveway until we said our goodbyes at the restaurant. It was wonderful to catch up on each other's lives.
We were planning on seeing them again this evening, but.....one of us is not feeling at all well and has taken to his bed. Uh oh.....
Lovely photos of feather friends. You needed a few days to relax and regroup after all your company anyway. So staying a few extra days seemed like a good idea. As does quiet evenings eating out. So sorry to hear your driver isn't feeling well. Hope whatever is short lived. Give Dave our best.
ReplyDeleteEven with the unexpected down time you've been keeping yourselves busy. Now it will soon be time for home cooked meals.
ReplyDeleteBe Safe and Enjoy the warmer temperatures.
It's about time.
It's been such a long time, I hope I remember how to cook@
DeleteYou've found the loveliest places to stay in your culinary tour, LOL! Lobster tacos, yum! It sounds like you're finishing up your Florida days in style. Although I'm sorry to hear that Dave isn't feeling well. :-( Here's hoping he's feeling much better now!
ReplyDeletehe's feeling much better now, thanks!
DeleteThat is the cutest little Warbler!! Your Florida time looked and sounded wonderful. Although it hasn't really been that long, reading your posts makes it feel like ages since we've been at the beach. Looking forward to your coming west!!
ReplyDeleteHere's a hug for Dave, hope he is feeling better and on the mend to head out west!
ReplyDeleteCatching up is the important bit! Sounds like you found a loverly spot!
ReplyDeleteSue, not sure if Steve has given you the link to cruise mapper that tracks Viking Sun's position, here it is
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Thanks! We're with you now!
DeleteAnd you are already in Mississippi! How did I miss this post? oh I know..work, work, work! Love the birds pictures, especially the beach companion in the reeds. Safe travels...
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