Initially this winter, I was concerned as to whether or not we would enjoy remaining in one spot for an extended period of time, however, this has been just what the Dr. ordered for the both of us. Bob’s speech is thriving and he has become quite the social butterfly once again. He has met many of the other folks in the campground and spends hours sitting in “The Barn” (large community center) visiting, playing games, and watching a fire in the fireplace while being entertained by the Salt Springs Pickers. Lots of toe tapping going on around here
Salt Springs is such a small peaceful community and one cannot help but feel welcome. It is hard to remember the last time I entered a grocery store, hardware store, or even the post office and was greeted with so many smiles. Life is certainly peaceful and very laid back.
This afternoon Sherri, Randy Bob and I made a trek back to the Square Meal for lunch and then ended the afternoon sitting on the edge of the canal soaking up the warmth and watching the local wildlife put their show. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday.
Both Sherri and I have enjoyed one anothers company and support since we both have a “hands on” understanding of each others challenges. Some gifts in life are priceless!
As we were taking in the serenity of the canal, one of the long term employees of the park rolled up on his golf cart and shared his stories with us of the many snakes, turtles, bears,alligators and manatees that reside in the park. He was telling us about the hawks that follow him around looking for his fish hand outs when he whistles. Sure enough…in a very short while we were treated to his magic.
We were speechless if you can imagine that !!
Although we found where the Alligators sun themselves on the other side of the canal , we were not fortunate enough to see any today.
We hope everyone has enjoyed their Sunday as much as we enjoyed ours. Have a good week.
I love the photo of the two of you... beautiful! So glad to hear that things are so good. Your bird pictures are great.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see your back. Kathy and I are at Rock Crusher Canyon until Wednesday. Hope You, Bob, Sherri and Randy are settled in for your time south. I'm not sure about getting together before spring but just maybe we'll be able to visit you in Michigan. Be Safe and Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteIt's about time.
Richard and Kathy, I would imagine you are feeling as fortunate as we are with the weather here in Florida...it seems as though we are the only warm spot in the nation. I hope you continue to enjoy your travels. Life is good.
DeleteI missed your first couple of posts so had to go catch up. Glad to hear that Bob is doing better. Salt Springs sounds like a wonderful place to be. I would enjoy that sense of community. Great pictures of the hawk.
ReplyDeleteHi Russ and Donna, Thank you Bob is doing very well here. The pace of life is right up our alley. SLOW and EASY. I thought there was a great sense of community last winter in the Texas Hill Country but this area is even smaller and more intimate. The other night a teenage boy that works in the local hardware store, passed us in the grocery store. He remembered us from when we filled our propane tank, a month ago, and stopped to ask if we were enjoying the area. I was in total shock!
DeleteLOVE those turtles!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Loree, Thanks. It is funny thing in learning photography. As I was snapping shots here and there and everywhere, I never did see the degree of shoreline reflection until I downloaded the pictures to my laptop. I am really loving this camera I bought last spring.
DeleteI love the wife life pictures Sue. Great picture of your friends as well. Love the Smiles.
ReplyDeleteOops! Wild life not wife
DeleteHey Kim....you said it right the first time....this is definitely the "wife's life" here.
DeleteWonderful photos. Such a happy post. It clearly reflects how you feel. I agree that Salt Springs is a wonderful place and we just loved the Square Meal. Everybody greets everyone by name and if you hang around very long you become one of the "regulars". If you have to stay and sit a spell, Salt Springs is a great place to do it.
ReplyDeleteWe are happy Thank you. Last night I was in the grocery store and the clerk said she had seen us around and wanted to know our name. Wow! when has that last happened to anyone?
DeleteThanks Sharon ..the photo is a picture of Randy and Sherri...we can only wish that we were as young as they are. I hope you and Bill had a memorable Anniversary. Your blog about being "in like" was fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThe turtle and the hawk are nice photos. Or I like them. Glad everything is working out.
ReplyDeleteAfter your comment on my blog, I was telling the friends that are traveling with us you story. I was wondering if the couple you met last year was with you and sharing experiences. I am happy to see they are (or at least I think I am right). The fruit sounds amazing. Glad you are enjoying the weather there. We have had two days of rain and drizzle, but it has been refreshing after the drought in Oklahoma.
ReplyDeleteHi Cathy,
ReplyDeleteYes, the picture in this blog is of Sherri and Randy. There are not enough words to describe how extremely blessed I feel to have them in our lives. I can only describe it as "Susan's miracle". Bob has displayed his success through therapy over the past couple of years...and now it is my turn for therapy through a wonderful "gal pal" We are about to start speech classes amongst the four of us because, sadly, Randy has been left with literally no speech, 7 years post stroke. I will be Randy's therapist and Sherri will assist Bob. As any married couple knows, successful assistance was seldom achieved through one anothers wives or husbands...ha ha!