Yesterday was great. We got to shul late, but so had the cantor, so they were still on the Torah service and Mark even got an aliyah. We left promptly this time instead of schmoozing until they kicked us out. Then we decided to try our local pool. Solivita has two huge pools as part of the two rec centers, The Palms and The Riviera, but many of the "neighborhoods" also have their own pools. Our neighborhood is Flora Vista, and our pool is less than .2 of a mile down the street. We drive by it every time we go out to shop and never see anyone in it, so we decided to walk down and check it out. It was empty and beautiful, quite big with restrooms and shower facilities, lots of chaise lounges and tables with chairs. The depth is from 3 feet around the edges to 5 feet in the middle, perfect for Mark to do his water aerobics. We floated and swam in the warm water for a half hour or so before anyone else came, but then we met some more Flora Vista folks. They were surprised to see anyone there because they often come and no one is there! It's like having your own private pool. Amazing.
Today we have a big day planned. Mark is currently making his Sunday morning pancakes for us, but we have to eat and run. Downtown Disney runs the first show of the day for only $6, so we are going to see the Jennifer Aniston movie, The Switch. Then we are going to the new JCC just up the street from WDW and next to the synagogue we attend. They are having a "Taste of the J" to celebrate their one year anniversary. We registered online for the free event, all the free food you want! That's our lunch today. After lunch we are going to walk around Animal Kingdom to see the animals and get some exercise (especially after what we'll probably consume at the JCC), then we're going to Epcot to check out the new tequila bar and pizza parlor.
I put on a new pair of shorts today which surprised me. I bought these months ago and never wore them because I didn't think they would still fit. I feel like I've gained 10 pounds recently, but they still fit! They'll be perfect for walking around the parks today because they have pockets.
Oops, got to go! Mark just said my pancakes are ready.
You two sure do know how to make the most of a day!! Your Florida world sounds wonderful. Hope you enjoy(ed) all of your today plans. We had a brief chat with Evey and Eric while they were driving in the car yesterday. I love his car's bluetooth because I get to hear Evey's voice too! Have a wonderful day/night.
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ReplyDeleteI'm burning calories just thinking about what you've been up to. Tomorrow is our first day of school with the kids. I've got lunch/recess with the kindergartners again this year. Must get sleep tonight so I can keep up with them!
ReplyDeleteGreat news about the shorts. And next time you go to put them on, they'll be almost too loose to wear!
o.k. - you are an inspiration for retirement!!!
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