We're in Florida!

We arrived in Ormond Beach, FL on Dec. 20 and our first day we walked along the intercoastal waterway, or Halifax River. It wasn't the beach, but it was still very pretty. This river divides the main land of Ormond Beach from the barrier island part of Ormond Beach where Bob's sister, Charlene, lives and where we live while here.

This is the bridge we cross to go to Charlene's.

We often see sailboats on this river.

Here's one approaching the bridge.

Here it is after going under the bridge.

Here it is out from under the bridge.

There is a dock by the bridge and where we walk. These pelicans sit on the posts waiting for people who are fishing and cleaning their catch and to throw in the scraps.

Waiting calmly. No they're not SWANS.

More are gathering.

First one who gets it, is the winner.

That was fun. Now it's time to wait for the next snack.

Nearby is the library where we sometimes work on our computers.

The next day we did walk along the beach, ocean side. It was beautiful.

Bob, the beach bum.

He found a really neat starfish. He also found a really neat sand dollar. He gave the sand dollar away to some kids on the beach and we just left the starfish.

Although there's lots to do here we decided we wanted to join a health club about a 15 min. drive away. They gave us a pretty decent deal. This way we can use all their equipment, enjoy a nice view out the window where there's a pond, probably with some alligators in it, use their free WiFi, eat at their cafe, and swim in their indoor swim pool. It doesn't get much better than that. We'll still walk the beach when it warms up. Hopefully we'll stay in shape while we're here.

My favorite place in the club.

Here's Bob working out. Doesn't he have a great view? He wears his swim suit to work out then he's ready for swimming when he's done.

Now it's time for me to sign out and go work out. Hope everyone's staying warm and cozy.