Christmas is Almost here

There was a small wooden platform where the dancers performed, also some tourists. They put on quite a show with local colors.

The drinks and food was served "tapas style", which were small plates with different island style food, which was very good.

On the south (I believe) end of the beach the terrain was very pretty, not for swimming.

The north end was a little more "beachy" with the sand. In between was sand, but Tom said there were sea urchins scattered and you had to be careful where you went in. Not my idea of a perfect swimming area. I enjoyed just laying in the sun and watching the sights and hearing the sounds.

I can't believe it has been almost a month since I posted last time. Where does the time go? There is only about 2 weeks before Christmas, but in my mind we are still in November. I will see if I can bring this up to date.

About the petunias I planted....dead! It has been so dry here and I guess we have been so busy, or I should say on the go, they kind of got forgotten. Oh well, they weren't the ones I wanted anyway.

Fred took out the original clock that was out in front of the house. It didn't work anymore, but was sort of an icon around the park. We had bought a different one last year, but because he knew it was going to be a big project, he hesitated in starting the job. All said and done, it wasn't really that bad. It sure looks nice now, quite an improvement, I think.

We have also taken a 6 night cruise with Tom & Kathy to Key West, Grand Caymen and Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Had a great time and very nice weather. It was just good to get away and relax. We love Key West! We just walked around, did some shopping and had a couple of drinks at a couple bars, and spent some time at the marina. Oh yeah, can't forget the Key Lime Pie from Kermit's Key Lime Pie store. They are famous for their pie and all sorts of candy and dips. Ocho Rios was a day spent at a beach just relaxing. It wasn't the most modern place but enjoyed every minute of it. There were free drinks, food, music and just the sound of the waves slapping against the shore made it all worth while. Grand Caymen, wasn't my favorite, but Margaretaville was fun.

I don't mean to complain, but it has been cold here. We covered up the bushes and plants for two nights in a row, and even last night got into the very low 40's. Golf was cancelled Tuesday because of the cold and wind. I guess 4 gals braved it, but they said it was horrible. More power to them, I sure had no desire to go out and freeze.

We have our Christmas decorations up, and even had Santa come through the park on the Pasco County fire truck, but it still doesn't seem like Christmas is just around the corner. I still can't get into the spirit without the snow, however, I much would rather have the blue sky and sunshine and a little less spirit.

Have a great Christmas and stay warm. Please be careful of the slippery roads and all the ice. (That, I don't miss!)