Floridays!

I am now sitting peacefully at Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. Awaiting my transport back to Toronto. It was a much better experience. Getting checked in for my Sunwing flight today. As I did arrive extra early today. Still there is no good excuse for the poor treatment the Sunwing customers received at Toronto Pearson. The day I left for this holiday. I may skip flying with Sunwing ever again.

My day yesterday was superb. After an enjoyable night sleep at the Spanish Gardens Motel located in Key West. I had a chance to do a walk about. To find Jimmy Buffett's original home in Key West. When Jimmy moved into the Florida Keys as a down and out musician, in 1971. Jimmy Buffett residence was at 704 Wadell Street. Located right next door. To one of Jimmy's all time favorite restaurant & bars located in Key West. Which is "Louie's Backyard". This popular place is still going strong. I enjoyed my breakfast on this fine Key West morning. Very close to the exact place many years ago. A very talented an hung over Jimmy Buffett. Stumbled into Louie's and ordered a "Bloody Mary" as his hangover fix. Then he proceeded to sit down on his home beach. In a state of reflection wrote the words. To one of my all time favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes. Which would be "Tryin' To Reason, With Hurricane Season"

Then I set out and found the "South Beach Cafe". Where I enjoyed my breakfast! All this deep thinking. Had given me a massive appetite. I didn't have far to walk. As where Duvall Street comes to an end. You will find the "South Beach Cafe". Which includes a pretty nice view of Jimmy Buffett's home beach, in his glory days. I was given a nice table. I enjoyed a delicious omelette. Also the service from my server Denise was friendly and enjoyed. It was nice to meet you Denise. You made the meal even taste even better. This is the positive effect friendly good service has.

Then it was back to my motel to pack my stuff. It was now time to say goodbye to Key West. My GPS quickly got me back to U.S. 1 heading north. I was heading to a great beach that I had located in the Florida Keys. The beach in named Sombreo, and is located on the island of Marathon. After I enjoyed a nice swim and now completed getting into a very relaxed and euphoric state. I then finished the rest of my drive on the "Over Seas Highway" to get back to the hostel located in Florida City. I drove through some very hard rain at times. Making the drive, a little more difficult. That this drive already presents.

Very happy that I got this trip recorded into my blog. The way this year has gone. I wasn't quite sure if this trip was ever going to happen.

Lots of emotion was pouring through my head constantly during my travels, on this holiday. It was a struggle to stay focused at times.

As always. Feeling very thankful and rewarded. That I had the opportunity to complete this journey.

I would like to thank. For this trip to take place and to become quality time. The friendly staff at the Everglades Hotel. You run a great place to call home. While travelling on the road. Fellow travelers take note!

I would like to thank all of the friendly people I met in Key West. Who made sure I enjoyed a great stay in the "Couch Republic".

I would like to thank Jimmy Buffett. For being a mentor and my guide. During all my many journeys. That I have had the pleasure to be on! "A Change In Latitude". Will give you a "Change In Attitude".

To "Mother Nature". You have always been there for me. You fine lady! Ever time I go away to explore this beautiful planet. That We get to call our home. You have made sure that I am very well treated!!! I enjoyed lots of blue skies and ultraviolet rays on this trip!

Also I would like to thank my now deceased parents. Charlotte and Sheldon Wolfe. For giving me the gift of life. The spirit you have passed onto me. Runs deep! I will continue to enjoy the rest of my journey through life. My life has been a blast!!! I dedicate this trip to my mom and dad!

Floridays the title of this post. Is the title of another one of my favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes. It is Jimmy's song of reflection and eternal hope. You just to have to keep hopping for better days! I will always look forward to the next adventure!