Today was paradise.  With the winter we’ve had many of us “locals” almost forgot we lived in the sunshine state, much less an area that rarely freezes.  So far this winter, I couldn’t count the hard freezes we’ve had on all my fingers and toes. Today, however, was paradise.

Warm, sunny, blue skies, gentle breeze.  |  Today was what winters in Florida are all about.

The day started with work, but definately ended in pleasure.  Going to one of our favorite parks,  Noah and Lily enjoyed a cool dip in the fountain while Ben explored every asset of the park.  Oscar was with his dad and greatly missed by all of us. I wish he didn’t have to miss so many of our Saturday jaunts.

Leaving the park, we drove back to the beach.  We entered the dunes across from Lahan’s Carousel.  It isn’t what it sounds like – just an old grocer with a fun name.  We love the beach there because it is so huge.  From the bottom of the dunes to the cusp of the water seems like a football field (it may just be).  Noah, Lily and Ben were ecstatic.

Again, the weather was perfect.