Parting thoughts about our week on Sanibel Island:
The Small Things: what a treat to have the rare leisure to notice that at the base of a palm tree mid-way between the beach and our condo, there was a tiny ant hill about the size of a fifty-cent piece. The little ant creatures were in a line, disappearing into the hole. A few inches away were broken pieces of two white bird eggs, smaller than the blue robin's eggs familiar to me.
The People: When Theresa and I were ready to check out today, we headed to the parking lot to the car. Parked beside us was a new couple. We all chatted for a minute and the wife mentioned, "We're on our honeymoon." There were no grumps on the island!
The Pelicans: we ate a quick breakfast on the lanai this morning, so we could load up the car and get on the road. The pelicans were out to sea. Surprise! The crows returned and loudly squawked their presence in a palm tree. I wondered if the pelicans would chase them out again in a new Civil War.
On Driving: It's a nearly 15-hour driving trip one way, Lexington, Kentucky, to Sanibel Island, Florida. It has been well worth it to have the freedom to NOT have to rent a car at the airport or take a taxi or bus in order to go where we please when we please. Besides, we both love to drive and have shared the drive. And we didn't have to worry if something would get lost or broken in our luggage on a plane. This definitely was a win-win situation!
On Vacations: This last week has given me a new perspective, a brighter outlook on life! Oh, please take a vacation yourself! Shortly before I left home last week, I was excitedly telling a friend about our trip. He seemed sad and said, dejectedly, "Vacation? What's that?" It seems he thinks there's no one who can take care of his responsibilities but himself. . . I'll try to help him work something out. If nothing else, a vacation gives you the time to rest and recharge!
Now: Theresa and I are on the 11th floor of the downtown Hilton in Atlanta, Georgia. The sunset was awesome! Theresa commented, "You know, this is really better than those on the beach were, but there are all these buildings! I hope to be able to share the rest of my photos with you from home tomorrow.
Nighty-night!
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