Pool Safety

     

     I pass this store at least once a month but never take the time to really consider their product line.  Finally, a red light and a photo. 

Stand your ground in your pool?

     And another strange juxtaposition...

     Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine a combination of my favorite series of science fiction books and my favorite pastime yet here it is:  a Dune-inspired knit hat.  Intriguing but I don't want to wear a hat that reminds me of a sandworm.  Maybe it's just me...

     A spring break visit by my sister and her family was a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some local activities that I don't usually make time for.

A visit to an orchid grower.

Several of the growers in the central Florida area allow the public to visit (call for times/appts).

     There are some deals to be had and the sheer quantity and variety is amazing.  

     The end result is a trip to Goodwill for an old suitcase and some creative packing techniques to get sis back to the midwest with her swag.  And yet another pic where I wish I knew how to photoshop some makeup onto my face.

     I had heard tell of a West Indian restaurant in Orlando and when I mentioned it to my sister, she was excited to give it a try.  We spent some time in Trinidad and Tobago many years ago so the menu would be a trip down memory lane.

I didn't recognize a dang thing!

I remember roti, doubles, and goat so I ordered that and had them add "pepper" to one of my doubles. Spicy but yummy!  The flavors brought it all back.  And they had a TV that was playing a cricket match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.  A very enjoyable lunch.

I made sure we got to the beach so the kids could get up close and personal with nature,

and with NASA

Love a "stay-cation"