Monthly Archives: December 2014

December 29, 2014 – Time to start our Loop! – leaving Sarasota, FL

Posted on December 31, 2014 by mvalwayshome

Today we have begun our Loop. We had a terrific stay at Marina Jacks in Sarasota, FL and are heading south.  We want to thank the staff for their help, smiles, and friendly waves during our stay. There are so … Continue reading →

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December 28, 2014 – Sarasota, FL – Last items before we start

Posted on December 31, 2014 by mvalwayshome

Before we start on our Loop trip, there are always last minute items to take of.  One of them is to clean the bottom of our boat.  The warm southern waters allows all sorts of things to start growing on … Continue reading →

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Publix shopping – Sarasota, FL

Posted on December 29, 2014 by mvalwayshome

I know I have lived in a pretty sheltered life.  This is new for me.  There are 2 Publix stores within a 10 minute drive from here.  One is a typical store with high shelves, close aisles and dim lighting. … Continue reading →

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Impressions of Downtown Sarasota, FL

Posted on December 28, 2014 by mvalwayshome

December 28, 2014  –   64 – 80°F Sunny, calm and a bit humid.  Water temp – 67°F. It seems like every city I have ever visited has a “Main Street”.  Sarasota is no different. Main street radiates from the … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!! – Sarasota, FL

Posted on December 24, 2014 by mvalwayshome

Sarasota Christmas Boat Parade –  We were able to view the boat parade from our flybridge.  It turns out there were 24 boats.  Fewer than in years past.  A big deal here at the Marina.  They gussied up the docks, … Continue reading →

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