I have been very unhappy the last couple weeks. I had not heard from Patricia, the editor. She did not return my calls or emails. Finally, today she called and apologized. She said she finished with her other project. I have also had a number of aggravating doctor’s appointments. I guess it’s that age in life. The body just needs more care and maintenance.
All is good now and I am cheered up. Since it has been several days (again!) I’ll just post a few pictures.
This is our back yard. The orange kayaks had been filling the space so we stood them on end against the back of the shed and put some patio furniture back there. Andy insisted that I needed some flowers. I picked a basket to hang on the fence and filled it with begonias. The green in the lower right corner is the bike cover.
This is our view of the mangrove swamp behind our RV lot. I love it.
This is a closer look at the Black Mangrove pneumatophores.
Our neighbor Mark had picked up a fallen palm frond and was taking it to the dumpster. We told him he looked like a peacock.
We walked on Smathers Beach in Key West after a doctor’s appointment.
I love pelicans. For some reason, we don’t see very many in the RV park anymore. A few years ago, they would roost on top of trailers and attached rooms. This one was at Smathers Beach.
More plants around the RV Park
Dinata Misovec 
Lovely pictures, Dinata! I feel like I’ve taken a little walk with you through your neighborhood — so pretty! 🙂
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I’m glad you felt that way. Taking you along is my goal. The neighborhood is not really pretty at all. I just focus on the pretty stuff.
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The flowers and animals are all so lovely! I grew up in Southern CA. before we moved to Idaho, so I am very fond of pelicans, etc., as well! 🙂
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And, another good thing about those birds is that they don’t move so fast and it is easier to get a picture of them – most of the time anyway.
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That definitely makes it nice! When I try to get a picture of our chickens, they typically come running towards me for a treat! 😉
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That is funny!
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These are gorgeous.
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Yes they are, and it is nice to have them in the winter.
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Thanks that was a beautiful start to my day. I know just what you mean about were and tear on the old frame. I’ve resolved my hip problems now just have to sort out my shoulder!
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Shoulder! I have shoulder surgery on Monday. I’ve been putting up with it for too long.
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What striking flowers.
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I thought so too. They are in a pot in front of another RV.
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Love the pictures of Key West! You are living the life!
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Thanks. Key West actually has some charming old homes. I intend to get down there again and take some pictures on residential streets.
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I love exploring neighborhoods. Looking forward to a post from you someday about the Key West homes. Lori
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We’ll get down there at least two more times before we head north for the summer.
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I know what you mean about doctors’ appointments – ugh… But nature is a great consolation
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How right you are.
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wow! what is that “rainbow” looking plant from around the RV park? gaudy gorgeous. or, gorgeous gaudy 😉 your mangrove “garden” and flowerbox are lovely too. what a great view! (waterfront is highly over-rated).
FYI we leave at 0-dark-30 for 10 days in VA for business, doc appts, etc. it’s so irritating — just when the weather is getting wonderful. see ya in a couple weeks.
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Yes, that plant is in a pot up the street from us. See you when you get back.
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So glad you finally heard from your editor. Life is good!
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Yes, she said she was overwhelmed. That is just bad business practice. She should not take on more work than she can handle professionally. I hope she has better skills turning my scribbling into something readable.
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So glad things are better! I know as we get older yes it’s more maintenance for sure! Love seeing your area and the pelican is so cute! nice back area!
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The pelicans are the best. They are amazing fliers and fishers. I love to look closely at their feathers too.
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So amazing!!
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I’m glad you like them!
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Thanks Lynn. I love the pelicans best.
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Yes looks so interesting seeing them in person
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Charming post. Love the pics of the flowers.
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Thank you.
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I’m glad you are feeling better! I think you are so lucky to be in such a beautiful place! I am hoping one winter we can go south, just have so much to do on this old house! (We are renovating a 100 plus year old house) I enjoy your pictures so much! it is real gloomy out today so they were a treat! Take care, Debbie
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I dream of having an old house!!! Maybe we can get a tour this year.
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I love poking around in historic neighborhoods. Looking forward to a great post from you on Key West homes someday. Lori
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