Sunday - February 22

Today the folks here in our park put aside their warm coats, ear muffs, etc. and got out the swimsuits and came to the pool in droves!    "Summer" has returned to southwest Florida.

 

We were at the laundromat before 8:00, went to Publix for some groceries and then to noon Mass at Church of the Resurrection.

 

Connie and Steve picked us up at 3:30 and we were off to the mini margarita party at Jerry and Sue's lovely home!    Sooo much fun being with our long-time bridge friends.  

 (Some of us go back to the early '70's)

Cathy, Sharon, Sue, Pat, Connie

Don, Harry, Jerry, Mark, Steve

Along with delicious margaritas, we had so much good Mexican fare topped off with

 key lime pie on a stick dipped in chocolate

GREAT party!!!!

 

And here's the Queen and King of the Mardi Gras party where Mark's Mom lives

 

Hail to the Queen

 

Mark is flying home tomorrow - will be de-winterizing our house and his Mom's and meeting with realtor (weather permitting - on the market March 1st)!

 

Annette and Luke are coming to stay with me on Daisy for a few days - fun times ahead!!!

Saturday - February 21

Sunny, 77 degree day and after exercising and a leisurely morning, we were off to Punta Gorda.   The annual State Farm retiree luncheon was held at the Elks - small crowd this year, but still fun to see old friends and we especially enjoyed visiting with Ron and Lois from Canada over lunch.

 

And then to the rooftop of the Wyvern Hotel to meet 2 couples (boating friends)     We girls sipped our Pina Coladas and chatted away on this gorgeous afternoon with beautiful views.

 

Viv, Pat, Carol

Mike, Roger, Mark

 

Next stop was across the street at Laishley Crab House for dinner - very good and then to Roger and Carol's for dessert where Cy (another long-time boating friend joined us - Marcia is in Colorado skiing)!    Packed in a lot today, but so fun (good friends and good eating)!

 

The warm weather has returned and even tonight - no wind and so pleasant out!

 

 

Friday - February 20

It's my Birthday and I had a wonderful day!    Thanks so much for the phone calls, texts, e-cards, e-mails and facebook posts.   

 

February 20th is a big day for so many family and friends.....

My brother, Bob, cousins, Michelle, Dave, Judi, and Amy, friends, Kay, Shelly, Ruth and Fred

 

The Birthday siblings

February 20, 2010

It was 36 when we got up this morning - really chilly for southwest Florida, but so cold all around the country!!    Mark and I went to 9:30 Mass and then to The Grind for breakfast.   Enjoyed a leisurely day of just relaxing on Daisy with my computer and Kindle +++ a good bike ride.   Mark worked on taxes again.   

This modern technology never ceases to amaze me.....woke up this morning, turned on the computer to our GOOGLE page and there was a bunch of cakes, cupcakes, candles, etc., and
"Happy Birthday, Pat"

Anne and boys shouted out Happy Birthday on their way to school

Then face time with Luke

Dapper looking Dude

And this afternoon, face time with Blair

All dolled up in her "Happy" dress and pigtails

When we were riding our bikes this afternoon, saw so many folks bundled up in their fleece (myself included), hoodies and one lady even had furry earmuffs!

This Florida boy from across the state was cold, too!

We went to The Cape Cod Fish Company - packed this Friday night.   Did carry out and brought back our clam chowder and lobstah roll and along with a glass of white wine, made for a delicious birthday dinner!

 

Enjoy your weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thursday - February 19

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PATRICK

50 years and going strong!

Today is also our friend, Paula's birthday. We met for breakfast and had a good visit over a wonderful meal at McGregor Grill. 

Glen and Paula

The Birthday Girls

Paula today; Pat tomorrow

 

Stopped at Dollar Tree for a few things and then on home.   Mark got a haircut and then tackled tax stuff which he's been working on past few days.

 

It's another very windy day, but sunny and did get to 58.    Sure feel for all the people dealing with the brutal cold and snow that just won't go away

 

We picked Steve and Connie up at 3:30 and off to Don and Cathy's house (17 miles away, but took 1 hour to get there with all the traffic).    A reuniting of our old bridge group from waaaay back - what fun being together again and a BIG thanks to Don and Cathy for the delicious picnic-style supper of good

Midwestern food!

 

Steve, Mark, Jerry, Harry, Don

Sue, Pat, Sharon, Cathy, Connie

 

Burrrr.....36 predicted for our overnight low!

Stay warm wherever you are!!!

 

Wednesday - February 18

Whoops......did the blog yesterday and then forget to post!   Duh....
So, you get to read Tuesday and Wednesday!

WINDEEEEE day here in Fort Myers!     We had some rain during the night and then very cloudy when we went to 9:30 Mass for Ash Wednesday.    Very full church with standing room only.   We ran a few errands and then home and the sun came out!   

 

We had tomato soup and tuna sandwiches for lunch and then I got a haircut - really like Jewel (my Fort Myers hairdresser - she's just a really sweet gal and like how she cuts my hair).   

 

It was a productive afternoon getting our closets and drawers organized and the back of

Toad all nice and tidy.

 

Today Luke went to the dentist for the first time and did very well!

 

Luke and his new toothbrush

 

Also Liam got a healthy 10-year check-up today.

 

Mark's Mom called to tell us that she was Queen of the Mardi Gras party they had at her assisted living yesterday.   All of the residents were given a little candy package and the man and woman who had a chocolate kiss were the King and Queen!!!