ALMOST SNOWBIRDS

I get it. I totally understand leaving cold, snowy weather, ending up in more hospitable climates for winter. Birds do it... Our travels have taken us on so many adventures, meeting new people and just spending time together with Momo. We took long bike rides with Momo riding in his basket. He loves flying along. We do too. We spent two days in Sarasota, our new favorite city. Nearby Seista Beach is one of the most stunning beaches. Long white expanses of beaches, filled with sun seeking folks. It isn't dog friendly but it does have a very nice spot(shady) where WFS & MOMO lounge while I take a dip in the gulf. It works for all of us. We had a grouper sandwich at a great hideaway. This was one of the few meals we ate away from our camp site. It was delicious and fueled us for a long day of adventures. The best being: Marie Selby Gardens. This absolutely incredible botanical garden is located in the center of the Sarasota. I could have spent an entire day strolling through the banyans, fig trees and hibiscus gardens. It isn't spring yet in Florida. I can imagine that event in Selby Gardens would be mind blowing. There is a extraordinary orchid and bromeliads green house. The bonsai gardens captured my fairy imagination, completely. We had a hot tea by the herb garden. How civilized is that? We have discovered the kind and generous spirit of fellow campers. Two women camper/kayakers brought us fresh grapefruit. An older couple(dear god older than us) shared banana bread and insider camping spots we have yet to discover. A couple from Ontario joined us for our nightly walk with Momo, pointing out the stars glistening over the prairie. We camped on the edge of the Suwannee River last night. I was building our fire, preparing our bison hot dog dinner and the sweetest couple from Texas appeared! We have a lovely Bordeaux and you have a fire, would you like to share? They had a gazillion dollar new airstream & the finest Ford diesel truck for hauling... Stories flew through the waning light... The wild lilies I found on my afternoon walk with Momo made a beautiful centerpiece for our table and the wine was delish, even for a non sipping girl like me! We are driving up Interstate 75 heading for our last night of camping. We will leave the TinCan for some updates and additions in Tennessee. I am hoping for a nice new frig that runs even while driving! That would be very, very awesome. We are also considering an Internet booster. I know that sounds like an oxymoron, but, WFS can work sitting under a live oak with me doing the dictation. Sorta like the 50's moves into the 21st century. Until the wheels roll again....