Dave and I are struggling along at a condo in Satellite Beach, FL owned by Vicki of 2-Bags Full. It’s a tough life but someone has to do it and, dang nab it, we stepped right up to the plate. Vicki and her Gardner love to travel and a lot of their traveling is done in the beautiful sunshine state. Right now, she’s having a give-away on her blog so hurry along and sign up; while you’re there, stay a while and enjoy yourself. Vicki is an uplifting, energetic blogger and there’s always eye candy abounding. We’ve become friends and I’m anxiously waiting for the day when we meet face to face. As for her condo, never have I been in a more personally decorated, warm, cozy and friendly property. Dave and I walked through the front door and it felt like home. There are personal touches throughout…actual artwork and not the mass produced generic “art” most people throw on their rental property walls; hand stitched artwork, a fully stocked kitchen…every where the eye lands, there’s room to rest. There’s not a jarring note to be found; it’s simply beautiful! Well done, Vicki! We are finding rest here.
Well now, today, in the tradition of Swamp People, I went ‘gator hunting. I’ve seen nary an episode because the commercials scare the socks of me and I’m not talking about the wild life…wink, wink. Anyway, I went gator hunting while Dave waved good-bye…did he mention something about life insurance as I was leaving???…on a ‘gator hunt air boat ride. That’s okay though; he can watch this and it’s just like being there. I did see some alligators; a 7′ long mother and her babies.
Vicki says
This post was hilarious. Funny thing, we were over in Satellite Beach yesterday at a friend's condo. We live about 45 minutes inland from there(near plenty of gators). We spent the night. The wind was kicking up lots of waves. The gusts didn't keep us from taking a long walk. Love that you did an airboat ride. Now that is true Florida fun! lol
Kerrie says
How nice of you to take time to visit! I have just been catching up with your posts and cannot believe you were right here in our neighborhood of Murrell's Inlet and I missed you-ha! Wonderful copter pictures! I am so happy you are having a wonderful trip-enjoy! Hugs, Kerrie
Anonymous says
Yikes! I've never had to watch out for aligators…
thehootingmind says
what a great day! I like gator hunting and air boat rides…
Gumbo Lily says
THAT was an adventure! So was the breakfast. We love to eat big breakfasts, especially on days when we'll be plowing (or working hard).
Jody
Pomona says
What an adventure – sounds like lots of fun!!
Pomona x
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Ragamuffin Gal says
So glad you are enjoying your time away Sandra! Sending you blessings and gratitude for the words you left for me on my blog. Lovingly, Katie
Whimsey Creations says
It sounds like you're having a marvelous time! I tell you I could have just jumped through the screen after that Gullah Benedict! And although I love fried green tomatoes – no fried foods anymore whaaaaaaaaaaaaa But I sure would have eaten the shrimp and eggs!
Jen Chandler says
Sounds like you guys are having a wonderful time!! Having lived in Savannah, GA, which is surrounded by swamps, I can just imagine what it was like weaving through those backwater alleys. I've always wanted to go for a ride on those air boats. What a blast!
Glad you are having fun! Tell the ocean I said hello 🙂
Jen xo
Nezzy says
I hope ya got a great nights rest. 'Gator huntin' can be quite exhausting!!! Heeehehe!
When we owned the semi company I'd go out with Hubs a couple times a year. (I don't sit well enough to have gone more) Down there in the swamp country we'd have to check under the semi before we got out after spendin' the night somewhere.
For some reason they liked the heat and hummmmm of the motor and liked to 'hide' under the truck.
'Kinda like my feet….Heehehehe!!!
God bless ya sweetie and have a remarkable day! :o)
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Nancy @ A Rural Journal says
Gosh, it's been awhile since I've visited you (too long) and here you are, in Florida, chasing alligators. You go girl! Sounds like a fun, fun trip. 🙂
Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says
How fun. I love swamp tours!
ain't for city gals says
Absolutely can hardly wait for your trailer post….a trip to Arizona this winter??
Carol............. says
I really do like bugs…in spider webs not my mouth LOL. What a great time for you guys.
I want to eat that food! LOL
~from my front porch in the mountains~ says
Sandra, you were a hop, skip, and a jump away from J and I lived in Florida! We were about 40 mines south right down the coast!
Gators lived in all the canals that surrounded our property. Hence the reason e kept no outdoor cats at the time 🙂
Glad you are having a ball!!!!!
I just wrote a post about working somewhere in south Fl. If had driven straight down A1A, you would seen it 🙂
xo, misha
La Petite Gallery says
Florida sounds good about March.
I remember those Gaters.. My friend lives in Sunrise and on a canal. Her dog was eaten by one. UGH! be carefull they run fast..
yvonne
Karen says
What a wonderful getaway!!… my grandmothers florida condo was like that too.. you'd walk in the door, feel the homey environment and smell the salt air..immediately feeling relaxed.
Enjoy! and Oh man, that breakfast looks awesome!!…
Dawn @ Dawnings says
You and your adventures, Sandra! I envy your wanderlust. Enjoy the beach and the warmth.
Barbara says
Sounds like home to me, I too am in the swamp, but Georgia not FL I love Fl and go often there, have fun and catch a gator for me, I love gator tail, have you tried that yet?
cathy@home says
That is so cool seeing an Aligator in the wild. It looks as though you are having a great time there.
Ron aka TheOldGeezer says
Ha! Sandra the swamp person. Next thing ya know, I'll be seeing you on TV wrestling a gator! You are a lot braver than this big chicken.
God Bless and have a Wonderful Weekend 🙂
*The Old Geezer Blog
ain't for city gals says
Every thing sounds fun! Funny you should mention eating and plowing…my grandpa always would say that..but he did plow everyday and had a breakfast like Dave had everyday. YUM!
KathyB. says
This sounds like a very good place to stay a spell and get some R & R. Looks like your R & R includes a lot of excitement.
Jane and Lance Hattatt says
Hello Sandra and Dave:
How thrilled we are to think of you both having a well earned rest in such a beautiful spot and enjoying all the delights of being away from home. In this case alligator hunting [perhaps not quite our scene], eating delicious food cooked by someone else, walks [we are sure] on the beach, and acquiring interesting items of furniture to be transported home.
A safe return and jó hétvégét!
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Mr Stumbles says
Shucks! No 'gator stew,….. again.
Deanna says
noooo way
noooooo way
I will not go gator hunting.
No can do.
no swamp fever for me!!!
You're very brave,
d
Angela says
What fun! Glad you and your honey are out and about LIVING life. Making memories and just being. Enjoy!
goatldi says
ok sandra bugs in teeth I thought that when I saw the photo! you are one brave lady-no gators here please. it would produce auto culling of the goat herd for sure!
what a blessed time you and Dave had and are having. I remember you both in my prayers daily.
as for breakfast-OMG- did , could you, even eat the remainder of the day?
Walking on Sunshine... says
This was a great post! Sounds like you're having a wonderful time! Too funny about the girl getting the bugs in her mouth. I hate to think that would be me, screaming at the bugs! Can't wait to see your rocking chair. Hope the rest of your trip is good!
Marydon says
How fabulous for you both, my friend. Sandra, enjoy the warm weather, it is chilly, windy & wet here.
Look forward to your entire trip, but I'll pass on those swamp fellas. Chuckle!
Have a wonderful weekend.
TTFN ~
Hugs,
Marydon
LuLu Kellogg says
I am so glad you are having a wonderful time!!!
Love,
LuLu~*xoxo
Farm Girl says
It sounds like fun and since I am a fan of Swamp people I knew what you were talking about.
Have a blast!!!