It's been a slow few days. Have been working out and cleaning things up a bit. I'm down another pound and a half while Kathy has lost 3 pounds. Kathy is up in Orlando with Jeremie and Brennan. I go up tomorrow for the day and I hope to have some pics for the blog. Tonight is a bit unnerving as we are in the midst of a tornado watch. That's one thing we don't have and don't want in NS - tornado warnings. It's hot and steamy tonight as we all await our fate. My neighbour says don't worry about it.

Another sunny, hot day and so another trip to the beach. Tried a different one today, a State Park up river from Fort Pierce.

The sand was hot too so we wasted no time getting into the water











We started the day at the gym as has become our usual way. Kathy took to the scales and has lost 2 pounds. Hoo ray! I lost 4 early and nothing since. Not great but this time last year I was talking about the 10 pounds I had added to the already robust waistline. So you could say I'm 14 pounds ahead.

Wendy, you would be reminded of Rissers tonight with the big, fiery red moon rising over the ocean. What a sight! We had a great walk tonight around the park and met a nice couple from South Carolina. Under the beautiful moonlight. Great way to end the day.

Up this morning to a beautiful bright sky and the promise of a 27C day. We decided to alter the exercise routine a bit and start our walk not at the gym but across this bridge that leads to Hwy. 1A1 that runs along the Atlantic coast. It's a beautiful walk as you can clearly see.

This is looking north from Fort Pierce.

This is looking South from the bridge, at Fort Pierce.

This path leads you along the Fort Pierce waterfront. We walked about a half mile along here before heading back to the bridge.

I'm a sucker for pelicans.

And these guys are waiting while the fisherman cleans his catch of the day. They know they will get their share.

This big Heron was doing a bit of fishing of his own along the waterfront.

After all that work it's time for a bit of fun and what could be better than a hot day at the beach.

Everytime I get to the beach I think of my good friend and brother in law Lee. This past summer we found ourselves more than once at a beach during our camping weekends. The question was always would the water be warm enough to get into. At Caribou I usually give it a go, inch by inch until finally I get up to my neck. At Raddall, Lee made it in where I wouldn't even consider it. Just to let you know Lee, there is no inching in here. The water is so warm you just rush head long into it and never feel a chill. What a great day we spent suning and swimming.


Had supper at a new spot for us, recommended by a couple of nice people we met from Ohio, the Buckeye State. Norris was the name of the place. Kathy enjoyed her white fish and I my baked ham and beans. From there it was off to the gym for a bit of a workout and home to enjoy a warm summer, ah, winter evening out under the canopy.

 Well here's a peek at the new stroller with most of the cargo. I won't lie to you and say it was a hit, but maybe it will grow on them.

Gabby saw an opening and made a break for it. She certainly will need an adjustment period.

In other news, we have spent the past couple of days trying to install our new privacy screen. (Pics on a later day) We got it at the Tampa RV show but are just now putting it up. We had problems getting  it into the track but a call to the manufacturer solved that problem. Then it was off to Wal Mart for bungee cords and tent pegs. Installed a set of lights and we are now in business.

Of course we have been starting our days at the gym. Can't remember if I mentioned it but I have lost four pounds. Yesterday after gym I think I just had a coffee but today I added a donut to that. I had banked 200 calories and besides, I had fruit and yogurt the rest of the day. Tonight we enjoyed a nice time sitting in the warm southern air before walking the dogs.

 Had our usual good workout at the gym first thing this morning. Proceeded directly to McDonalds from there to replenish the calorie loss. Kathy informs me that was just a coffee stop and not to eat a meal. In future I guess it's just coffee following the workout. Jeremie and Brennan are returning from Orlando today so to fill in a bit of time Kathy decided to hit the pool for a while. To the left she is on the way followed by a couple of pics of the pool. If you look closely you can see Kathy swimming. The water was 86F, so temp was not an issue.

 Once the guys arrived we put on the grill and had a fine supper. kathy did a really great job and Jer made a great Greek salad.

The guys are off to Miami in the morning to catch a cruise to several places, the names escape me now. They are gone a week then back to Orlando for a final few days.

Wonder how Gabby will like the new ride? Had a great day at the RV show in Tampa. Hooked up with some fine folks from NS, Bill & Jan Corkum from the metropolis of Pleasantville, Lunenburg County. Fellow Montana owners who recently sold their home and now spend 5 or more months a year in Florida. I intended to have pics but of course carried the camera around all day and didn't shoot a thing until the end when we photoed the Girls new stroller.

Enjoyed our visit to Tampa and the RV show. For the second year made it to the Montana display where we met up with a lot of members of the Montana Owners Club and had our second annual photo with the group. Good bunch of guys and gals.

Bid farewell to our friends and headed East from the Gulf to the Atlantic coast. Stopped by a Perkins for din din somewhere along the way and arrived home by 9:00 pm. Tired and looking forward to a good night sleep.

Yesterday we had our workout at the gym before meeting up with Jeremie and Brennan to do a bit of touring and, what else, shopping. Hit a mall we like in Tradition and ended up eating at the Golden Corral, the all you can eat buffet. Back home to a campfire on a rather cool evening.

Today the guys left for Orlando to take in the scene up there. Kathy and I headed to the gym this afternoon but didn't have our usual spunk. Too late to go I think.

Tomorrow it's off to Tampa to take in the RV super show. Hooking up with Bill & Jan Corkum, a couple from NS we met a few years ago but have never had the chance to get together with until now.

A busy few days with the boys arrival. We met Jeremie and Brennan in Orlando on Sunday and we all made our way to Fort Pierce. Yesterday Kathy and the guys went to the outlet malls in Vero Beach. Today They ventured down to the African Lion Safari and from there to the Sawgrass Mills mall. That was one trip I would like to have made but didn't get with the program in time. From all accounts they are having a great day. I headed to the beach and had a great time in the warm water. I should mention I have been spending a bit of time waxing the black beast.

On our way to the Farmers Market we passed by the Fort Pierce City Marina. Nice place to browse. While we were there a dolphin swam around a bit and a pelican or two drifted by.

 What really took my eye was this little beauty for my sister Sherryl and husband John. This would be a great upgrade and I don't think John would need to crew it.

 Then it was off to the market. I think we were a bit late for the best selection of food however we did get some nice strawberries fresh in from Plant City. They use that much the same as we say our berries are from the Valley.





 

 

 A nice man took our pic as we left the market.

On our way home we stopped into this aquarium. Observed beautiful fish and a real coral reef.










Tomorrow it's off to Orlando to pick up Jeremie and Brennan. Should be a great week with them.

This is the gym where we normally start our day. This morning and we had a pretty good workout.

 One of the Bells outlets where you can get some good buys on clothes. Today we stocked up on shorts and shirts. Before we came in here we had our lunch at a pizza joint next door. Had to replenish those calories lost at the gym.

 Gabby looking her usual joyish self. I've yet to learn how to correct those eyes.

Lilly with the same errie looking eyes.












All in all another nice day in South Florida. Came home this afternoon and sat about for a while in the sun. Met our new neighbours from Mass. Really nice people. Note to Thomas and Yvette, the lady has Acadian roots.

First thing in the morning it's off the the farmers market in Fort Pierce. I'll have pics.