No, everyone, we didn’t drive all the way to California. But, we ARE in Beverly Hills, Florida. Yeah, I know…it’s not on our map either. But we’re here! And it’s lovely. We are at Angela and Augie’s “compound” in Central Florida. Although not an RV resort – it is the most magnificent home where Rich’s Aunt and Uncle live…sometimes. Built on a golf course (I think the third hole!), it has beautiful flowers, trees and plants, a gorgeous built in pool/jacuzzi, MANY, MANY rooms of all different sizes and shapes, the world’s largest bathroom (you should see the shower!) — oh, and most important, the most hospitable hosts since….since our East Coast hosts!! (Ya don’t want to insult family ever!) Unc prepared a beautiful seafood dinner, after which Rich took a dip in the pool, and I “tried out” the hammock. I think I tried it out for about an hour. “Me gusta la hamaca mucho!” I think this will be my new birthday request! After dinner, old family friends came over, and we listened with amazement at old stories of…mischief. My, they got away with murder. I can’t even repeat some of the stories…I feel the police are still on the lookout for the culprits!
We will only get to spend a night in Beverly Hills. We have to hit the road tomorrow morning, if we intend to get home by Friday. We wish it could have been a longer stay. It is so serene and gorgeous here. It makes COMPLETE sense to move OUT of Jersey and into this area!!! I’m telling you, Rich and I are more disenchanted with Jersey with each passing mile. I’ll say it again – we aren’t moving. But we suuurrre want to.
The answer to yesterday’s trivia question was “Henry”. No one got it, but friend Nate’s dad did go to school with the actor who played Henry. Very cool. Today’s trivia: In honor of us being on the “third hole”, what is the name of the Golf Tournament that ended today, and who won? And where is that person from? That’s 3 trivia questions in one!
Today’s drive here, from Naples, was only about 4 hours. It was a very easy, pretty ride. Tomorrow, we will be DOUBLING our drive time. Gotta go to bed, so I can keep my eyes open in the car. Catch you tomorrow.
Marla
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- Floridian sunset.
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- Floridian almost full moon.
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I’m sure with you guys about wanting to leave NJ. Not sure I could go south, but I’m looking to you guys like the spies… come home and tell us where the GOOD places are!! Have a safe trip and we’ll see you Saturday
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Sue
Migraines not any worse, this trip — maybe a bit better. Can we get PAID being spies full time – please? All good dreams must come to an end….see ya soon, BACK in the Park.
Ok, I was stuck with that &#(& Golf Tournament (the British Open) on all weekend since Jay is a Golf Addict. Darren Clarke of Ireland (maybe it was Northern Ireland – one of them) won with Phil coming in third – our house roots for Phil. I have more info if you want – but nobody wants that! As for coming home – don’t do it, keep traveling longer so I can keep enjoying your adventures and at time those few misadventures! P.S. In relation to the snorkeling trip – what are your thoughts on dramamine as a daily vitamin during the September – June time frame? These great memories will get you through the year – that and figuring out how you are going to make a trip out of driving east next year!
Hey – maybe ONE day, we can get Rich and Jay together to “discuss” golf (let’s say in front of a flat screen), and WE can get together to “discuss” fashion (let’s say at the mall)!! Good job – got the answers correct. I think, after much consideration, the Dramamine WILL work from Sept to June! And next year’s trip – east? Not so much. It’s still up for debate. But we’ll let ya know!