Saturday was sensational. I was the delighted passenger for a roadtrip to nowhere in particular. Because I was going to be in the car most all day I was able to wear my old track shorts and tank top. Comfort and cool was the attire for the day. South was the direction.

At first I thought we might stop and visit Sanibel Island and Captiva. I love going there because I remember fun times with my Mom and Dad when they would winter at a campground in nearby Ft. Myers. I remember my Mom learning about Sanibel many years ago from a feature article in Southern Living Magazine. It said Sanibel was a great place to collect shells. I think my Mom spent more time "bottom up" seeking shells than right side up. It was a view I am sure made my dad smile. They had great times there and enjoyed getting bakery treats from Jerry's restaurant/grocery on the island.

We didn't stop but passing the exits made me smile and remember the great times we shared there. It was awesome.

Continuing south I thought we would end up at the Everglades but no we kept on going. As we passed that exit I fondly remembered Airboat rides and seeing gators with a driver that looked like he may have starred in Deliverance.

That was the way the day continued. I was filled with dejavu memories of the many times I had traveled around the state for business as well as for pleasure. I even ended up having the opportunity to put my toes into the Atlantic Ocean. Imagine being so lucky that you get to walk on the beach near your home and put your toes into the Gulf of Mexico and the following day put them in the Atlantic Ocean. It was a fantastic day. Who would have guessed when we left in the morning we would cover so many miles. The biggest expense was the gas and it was worth ever penny and minute invested in a wonderful circular trip around Florida with side trips down memory lane.

Time to water the plants on my balcony and once again count my many blessings. I hope you enjoy a sensational Sunday.