Monthly Archives: April 2017

April 30, 2017 – Sarasota National Veterans Cemetery

Given we were "marooned" today, Debbie suggested we go see the Sarasota National Cemetery.  With my expectations set by several other veterans' cemeteries I visited or for services for friends and family members who have been interred … I was … Continue reading

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April 25-30 – Our Final Days in Sarasota

Several days ago, it began to dawn on us that our escape to Sarasota was quickly drawing to a close.  Debbie and Sharon joined Tom and I for lunch at the Mission Valley Golf Club before we headed out for … Continue reading

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April 15 – 23 – Sarasota Water Ski Show

Over this past week, our campground has seen an ever increasing number of open sites as more and more snowbirds begin their homeward treks.  And, best friends Ken & Cheryl left last Thursday.  Meanwhile, I've continued to punish several local … Continue reading

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April 9 – 14 – Visiting Doug and Ben (Vero Beach) – Scott and Family (Ft Myers Beach)

This past week provided us a chance to see both of our sons who were here in Florida. Our grandson, Ben's, high school basebal team traveled to Dodgertown (the former Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodger's spring training facility)  to play … Continue reading

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April 7 – 8, 2017 – Debbie’s Friends

Two of Debie's closest friend came to Sarasota on Friday where she spent a couple of "girl's days" with them on Lido Key.  Saturday night I joined them for dinner at the Crab and Fin Restaurant on St Armand's Circle.

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March 28 thru April 6, 2017 – David’s Funeral

A 3-day trip to Phoenix earlier this week for Debbie's brother's, David Louis, funeral was a time of mixed emotions.  On the one hand, it was a sad time for the family as they said, "Goodbye" to David.  Still it … Continue reading

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