I am thrilled to be alive today. 

Thanks to Jack Peavy I am going to Caladesi Island today. He generously purchases me a pass to the Florida State Parks. It is a gift that zings me every year.

David has to work and Mark is taking his lady Christina to the dentist so I am solo to enjoy this monumentus day. As anyone who know me would expect, I am headed to the water.  Not just across the street but about an hour north. The pass gets me onto Honeymoon Island at the end of the Dunedin Causeway. From there I take a ferry to Caladesi.  It is like being on the most beautiful deserted island in the world. They do have a little gift shop/cafe as you arrive on the island and they serve the best burnt hotdogs with chips and diet soda.

David filled the convertible with gas and I have hotdog and ferry money so I am off for fun in the sun. I am so very blessed to be alive and feel healthy as I celebrate this day.

As the cancer society's commercial goes More Birthdays are a very good thing. I hope you enjoy my very special day. Thanks for checking and reading my blog. Now that is also a "zinger" gift! (smile)
                                                   Welcome to Caladesi Island State Park


It is one of the few completely natural islands along Florida´s Gulf Coast, Caladesi´s white sand beaches were rated America's Best Beach in 2008. Beach lovers can enjoy swimming, sunbathing and beachcombing. Saltwater anglers can cast a line from their boats or surf fish. Nature enthusiasts can spot wildlife while hiking the three mile nature trail through the island´s interior or paddling a three mile kayak trail through the mangroves and bay. Picnic tables and shelters are located near the beach, and picnic pavilions can be reserved for a fee. The park has a marina with electric and water hookups, as well as a snack bar and gift shop. The park is accessible by boat or ferry. Ferry service is provided by the Caladesi Island Ferry (727) 734-1501 and departs from Honeymoon Island State Park.