Visit to Maryland, Tai chi, and Spring

 

A lovely visit to Heather and family was had. Braden is 4 and Aubrey 6. Aren't they just darling!

They live just a short walkable distance to the Chesapeake Bay. The playground is at water's edge. Great location. A day with the promise of spring in the air.

Crafts and just general fun we got to enjoy. It was so good to see Heather, Brian, and the kids. They're growing up so fast!

My activity of many years (Tai chi) finally resulted in a couple of public performances with my group led by instructor Danli. If you're not familiar, Tai chi is a Chinese martial art that is slow meditative controlled movement. None of us were sure we were ready for this but it turned out to be a lot of fun and we weren't half bad, if I do say so myself.

Spring is clearly on its way. We don't get as much change in seasons here in Florida but there are still extra bits of color here and there. We have just over six weeks and then it's back to Star Mt. Next up for me is Paris with Tiffany, Chris, and the girls. Getting super excited! I'll be back to share adventures.

Friends, beach, golf, and alligators

 I have been reminded I haven't posted at all since January. Oops...

It's been a very busy season here in Naples, as usual.  Lots of golf, mahjong, social gatherings ,tai chi practice, and restaurant happenings. It is the opposite of sit in a rocking chair and watch life go by. Abnormally cold January led to some whiny people who come to Florida for warm sunshine and swaying palm trees. Ah well, can't do anything about the weather as we all know. Everything good now.

We had good friends and Colorado neighbors Kim and Steve visit us in January and while some of that chilly weather appeared there were still some great days. (And they're used to -20 so this didn't feel like much).

Rosie spoonbill

big boy

the historical Rod & Gun club- visited by many presidents and famous celebrities

Visiting alligator country in the Everglades. Saw a lot, many tropical birds including a pair of flamingos flying overhead. That was amazing!

Dinner at Baleen's, a wonderful beachfront restaurant.

my good friend and guest Lee Ann 

Lee Ann, Gretchen, Roxanne, Michelle

We won the ladies member guest two day tournament! Quite exciting. I met Lee Ann and Roxanne on our South Africa trip almost 3 years ago and remained friends ever since. Michelle a lovely new friend and great team golf player.

Next trip up is Maryland to see Heather and family. I will post I promise, hopefully sooner than later.