Florida Day 17

March 15

Woke up to fog but just knew it would blow over. Grey skies matched the grey 'gators just off shore across from us. There were two big ones, just eyes and tops of their heads. They were a bit squared off, and we hoped for something.

The Wisconsin couple across from us said they saw a 'gator take a goose in another year. We also met a couple and their small kids, so cute. They are photographers here for the Arts and Crafts show nearby this weekend.

We went on the fishing pier and saw two more baby 'gators. Holy smokes.

We called to book the safari boat tour at 2:00 and hung around enjoying people, the sun, and a bike ride. We headed for the Five Rivers Center for the 2:00 boat tour.

There were about 20 of us on a pontoon boat. It was gorgeous: sun, calm waters, and loads of birds:

Then loads of 'gators. Big ones this time (7 or 8 feet), very visible (and sleepy!):

Back home to dinner, yet one more 'gator from the pier (he was very awake and swimming very fast):

AND an amazing sunset:

AND American Idol.

We're crispy from the sun but very happy. Off to Mississippi tomorrow.

Here's a view OF my chair (and cute husband and great campsite):