January 1, 2014 - Outback Bowl - LSU vs. Iowa - Tom was like a little kid on game day and had a blast. We went to the Outback Bowl in Tampa with Tom's cousin and his wife, Michael & Sharon. Let's just say it didn't feel like Tampa weather but we had a great time anyway.
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Tom's a happy boy at the game! |
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Tailgating in rain gear! Becky, Sharon & Michael |
Manatee Park - with the cooler weather (sorry PA friends!) the manatees venture to any warm water they can find. Manatee Park is located close to a power plant which pushes out its warm waters into the park and the manatees just love it. My Aunt Edie & Uncle Randy took us here to see these wonderful water animals. I had only wished I could get in and swim with them!
Pickleball - It's hard to believe we were introduced to this sport 2 years ago in Wauchula, FL and taught by Garth & Rosemary. Our current campground does not have courts so we've been going to the local park to play which has plenty of players of all levels, 8 courts and views you cannot beat! The courts overlook the Charlotte Harbor.
We've been fortunate to hook up with the "Motley Crew" in our Punta Gorda Campground. They are a group of kayakers who generally go out weekly. It's a great way to meet people in the area as well as learn where the kayak hotspots are. Last week we paddled on Shell Creek (twice!). One alligator, one snake (YUCK!!! - Brenda, where were you when I needed you?!) and turtles galore.
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look closely - alligator! |
Redecorating! Ok ladies...with an RV you're limited to how you can change the look of your home so little things make a BIG difference! Since I am a numbers person and have no crafty talents whatsoever, I am thrilled when I run into someone (our neighbors, Mike & Deb) who can take over on the crafty stuff for me! Deb has SEVEN sewing machines in her RV along with tons of fabric and all the tools/gadgets she needs to do alterations, curtains, recovering of chairs, etc. In two days Deb and Mike put new fabric on our 4 dining room chairs as well as re-covered 2 sofa pillows. We love it! Thank you! Anyone in FL who needs sewing done please contact me and I will put you in touch with Deb!
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Deb's handiwork! I wish I would have taken a picture of "before and after"! Trust me - "before" was awful! |
Misc. FL sights...
Til next time...Happy Trails!
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