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Wednesday

We took a walk along the river

and found some watery wildflowers.


Then our final afternoon in Florida was spent at Manasota Beach.  Siesta Key is supposed to be the famous beach, but this is my favorite.
 The sand is not a soft, but the water is every bit as clear.  It is more accessible besides.

The two kids were getting along, bobbing in the water together, laughing and having fun.  Time to go home.

We hit the road tomorrow.

Comments

  1. TaborJuly 11, 2014 at 8:14 AM

    Missing some beach vacations right now, but none are in my future!

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  2. Granny AnnieJuly 11, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    Maybe I will get to the beach when I am in California in August. You are going to enjoy a rest from your busy vacation.

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  3. AnonymousJuly 11, 2014 at 10:23 AM

    It's been a while since I've been to the beach. November 2012 we went snorkeling, but since then, nothing.

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  4. MuffieJuly 11, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    I'm glad you had such a great time. I know the two grands will treasure those memories.

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  5. Arkansas PattiJuly 11, 2014 at 6:07 PM

    You have really made the vacation special for those grands. How neat that they are getting along so well.
    Are you about worn out??

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  6. Linda ReederJuly 11, 2014 at 7:18 PM

    That's a good way to end the vacation, with both of them having fun and enjoying each other! Well done.

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  7. BarbJuly 11, 2014 at 9:34 PM

    You're probably soon home - hope you had a safe and uneventful trip.

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  8. UnknownJuly 12, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    Love the photos. It always amazed me how different the coastline and waves look. Glad everyone had such a good time and that by now you are home and able to actually relax and enjoy that glass of wine. YOU have certainly earned it!

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  9. SakuJuly 12, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    Wishing you safe travels! I bet the grandchildren will be talking about their time with you for a long time.

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  10. Jenn JilksJuly 13, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    That likes so much fun!

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