Hello All,
I arrived at
Melbourne Beach, FL on October 25.
I spent approximately 2 weeks there, mostly helping my mom move out of her condo. Of all the places in my life, Melbourne Beach is a place I have visited since I was a small child. My grandparents had a house there as long as I can remember, until they passed away not long ago. We all called them Lolly and Papa. I have fond memories of times spent with extended family at their house. From their house you could walk a few blocks to the left in the early morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean, and then walk a few blocks to the right in the evening to the river to see the sunset. It’s a little unique that way.
I spent approximately 2 weeks there, mostly helping my mom move out of her condo. Of all the places in my life, Melbourne Beach is a place I have visited since I was a small child. My grandparents had a house there as long as I can remember, until they passed away not long ago. We all called them Lolly and Papa. I have fond memories of times spent with extended family at their house. From their house you could walk a few blocks to the left in the early morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean, and then walk a few blocks to the right in the evening to the river to see the sunset. It’s a little unique that way.
It was great
to spend time with and helping my mom, and I’m glad I am at a place in my life
where I could just go do that. Mom and I then stayed at my aunt MaryAnn’s place
in Indialantic for a week to finish organizing stuff. (Thank you MaryAnn for
lending us your house!) I was grateful to be able to park Aretha in your driveway
while I was there.)
I also got to visit with my aunt Grace Ann a few times. I’m not sure we’ve ever spent much time hanging out before, and it was great to spend time with her. She’s so funny. I rode my bike around the area several early mornings and that was cool. I think the bike needs a name. It’s bright yellow. Any suggestions?
I also got to visit with my aunt Grace Ann a few times. I’m not sure we’ve ever spent much time hanging out before, and it was great to spend time with her. She’s so funny. I rode my bike around the area several early mornings and that was cool. I think the bike needs a name. It’s bright yellow. Any suggestions?
I came
across some animal friends during my time there.
On the back porch of my mom’s condo were two squirrels that were always hanging around. They would eat peanuts right out of our hand. They cracked me up, and I must say I’ve not had that experience before. The only morning I went to the sunrise at the beach across from the condo, I met some bird friends. Sandpipers running at the water as it receded, then running to safety as it rolled back to shore. Over and over. And over. There was a tall heron standing there who let me get pretty close, but wasn’t much interested in conversation. Oh well. He looked like he had a pretty suspicious nature anyway. Later in southern Florida I met what I think was a bearded dragon or iguana. I'm not sure what they are. He was many shades of orange and quite impressive, yet creepy. I’m not judging, but…ya. You’ll see the picture below. There were a few others of them, but he/she was the biggest.
On the back porch of my mom’s condo were two squirrels that were always hanging around. They would eat peanuts right out of our hand. They cracked me up, and I must say I’ve not had that experience before. The only morning I went to the sunrise at the beach across from the condo, I met some bird friends. Sandpipers running at the water as it receded, then running to safety as it rolled back to shore. Over and over. And over. There was a tall heron standing there who let me get pretty close, but wasn’t much interested in conversation. Oh well. He looked like he had a pretty suspicious nature anyway. Later in southern Florida I met what I think was a bearded dragon or iguana. I'm not sure what they are. He was many shades of orange and quite impressive, yet creepy. I’m not judging, but…ya. You’ll see the picture below. There were a few others of them, but he/she was the biggest.
I had some
work done on Aretha while I was there. My refrigerator stopped working. Not
good. I did not know how to fix it, so I brought her to a doctor to have that
and a few other things checked out. The fridge actually ended up needing a
whole new mother board. That was costly indeed, but pretty necessary to my life
on the road.
GraceAnn introduced me to a man named Terry Shaw.
He had RVs for many years and loves to work on them. He also went to school for RV (maintenance). I couldn’t believe my luck! I brought Aretha over more than once, and he answered my many questions and taught me so much. He is a retired from the military and seemed to really enjoy the time helping me with it. We visited and had coffee and talked RV. His knowledge and experience helped me so much, and I’m grateful for this new friend that I will hopefully see again one day. Thank you Terry!
GraceAnn introduced me to a man named Terry Shaw.
He had RVs for many years and loves to work on them. He also went to school for RV (maintenance). I couldn’t believe my luck! I brought Aretha over more than once, and he answered my many questions and taught me so much. He is a retired from the military and seemed to really enjoy the time helping me with it. We visited and had coffee and talked RV. His knowledge and experience helped me so much, and I’m grateful for this new friend that I will hopefully see again one day. Thank you Terry!
Next I gave mom
a ride to Miami, and then met with someone I am working with who is going to
open a mental health recovery center down there. We had coffee (notice any
pattern here?) and breakfast at a great place called MyRoots Juice Bar.
Delicious! I was in the area for less than 24
hours.
From there I
drove up to Wildwood, FL
I've landed at a wonderful campground (Three Flags Camping Resort) where I plan to stay for the next week (or two). I arrived two nights ago. Phew! I must say I’m really glad for some quiet time to read, write, play music, and create art. I have already met some really nice people here. They even have ‘Coffee on the Porch’ every morning at 8am! I mean, how awesome is that? Right? I know I have a tribe out there who would agree…
I've landed at a wonderful campground (Three Flags Camping Resort) where I plan to stay for the next week (or two). I arrived two nights ago. Phew! I must say I’m really glad for some quiet time to read, write, play music, and create art. I have already met some really nice people here. They even have ‘Coffee on the Porch’ every morning at 8am! I mean, how awesome is that? Right? I know I have a tribe out there who would agree…
Well okay,
until next time – Be well and take care of yourselves. Live in the solution and
look for the good. It is everywhere.
And if any
of you see my kids or grand kids, PLEASE give them a hug from me.
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| Mom and Stef at the pier |
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| Bearded dragon near Miami |
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| Feeding squirrel |
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| Sunset Melbourne Beach |
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| Sunrise Melbourne Beach |
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| This guy |
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| Morning bliss |
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