Delray Beach and the Thanksgiving Switcheroo
The wind blew away the last of our annual Thanksgiving traditions, so we decided a new one needed to be devised. So this was the first of the Cardinal Spring Training Meet-Ups with the originator couple, Denny and Debby. Darlene beat out Trish to a spot on their sofa and while Vinny is still VanGoing, we’re planning on making this a regular event, and next year will add Key West into the equation. Of course good food and libation is always a part of the equation when camping with the Lincks, but comfort of being in the presence of old friends and reminiscing about the 20+ years of our Carpinteria Camper adventures is always an enjoyable time. And now we play Farkle.
No trip is complete without new adventures.. the Gator Experience..This involves a 2 hour airboat ride on the everglades.
Little Wayne had those gators acting like pets as the pair swam up to our boat wanting treats I suppose, since petting gators doesn’t seem to be a wise idea.
We got to see them up close and personal. We learned about the Everglade houses and folklore and enjoyed the beautiful day, speeding around the reeds and watching birds.
Beaching was a bit on the windy side and only got into the ocean once as there were rip currents. John and I took a 10 mile bike ride to Red Reef Park. The sidewalks were perfect for riding because the main roads were 3 lane speedways and we won’t be caught alive(not dead) in the bike lane that were roadside. Luckily as we came close to home, thirsty and exhausted, there was an ABC store with a lovely bench in the AC, and we took it as an opportunity to rest and purchase some Tennessee Salted Caramel, Johns new found sipping whiskey which I just call dessert. While talking of beverage finds, the Cox Science museum excursion,
complete with dinosaurs
and mini golf
ended in the Copperpoint Brewery find and an exceptional Espresso Stout
and another opportunity to squeeze into the back seat of the Camry which in itself was always a fun filled adventure.That being said it wasn’t a VW Bug and we were thankful for ride and it was so easy being close to our old friends.
One of the ironic things that was discovered was that Scott’s Moms old condo, Trafalgar, was right down the street and Scott was able to provide us with several cool places to visit, but we still need to hit Fratelli’s in Highland Beach, all Nextimes along with return to Copper Point.
More delicious food with Bo, Julie and Mary Lou joining us for deliciousness at Mussel Shoals. Yes Life is good !!
Travels with Vinny VanGo 