Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Cloudy, 60s
SATURDAY—Breakfast with a side of antiques
We sure enjoyed the warmth and sun of Florida this past week. I am grateful that Mary Lou and Scorchy have wanted to do so much with us again this year. They are talking about selling the RV at TRR and that will be a big change for them, but they enjoy life to the fullest no matter where they are.
This morning we sat on an outdoor porch as we ate breakfast at Florida Cracker Kitchen in Brooksville, Florida. This cute little restaurant has expanded and has plenty of regulars. The owners purchased several shops next to them and now have a bar and a gift shop nearby. I was hungry for pancakes, but their syrup had a spice in it that just did not provide that original maple syrup flavor that I love. TK’s specialty omelet was filled with sausage, green peppers, bacon, onion, and cheese. He opted for grits, a dish he has developed a taste for.
Florida Cracker Kitchen, a restaurant that the locals love
The Woman's Club of Dade City, founded in 1906
Dade City was having a sidewalk antique sale so we spent considerable time there wandering in and out of familiar antique shops. By now readers probably think the truck is full of antiques, clothes, shoes, and odds and ends. In reality TK and I are both lookers. I have certain items I look for, but other than some summer clothes and shoes, I have not purchased much.
On the way home we stopped at Kumquat Growers, Inc. to purchase a frozen kumquat pie. After church we had Pizza Hut pizza and the delicious pie. Kumquats can be eaten whole, rind and all, but they are tart. They do make a delicious pie!
Kumquat Growers Inc.
TK snapped a photo of a kumquat tree--the trees do get larger, but kumquats do not.
Look closely and you will see the orange gems on this tree!
SUNDAY—Family reunited!
Scorchy golfs on the TRR 9-hole golf course most every day. While he golfed, TK and Mary Lou drove to Dade City’s Jersey Mikes for sub sandwiches. I stayed home to spiff up the cabana and sweep up the live oak leaves on the patio and sidewalk. By a little after 11 a.m. we were all happy to see Tim’s brother and sister in law, Tom and Carol, drive in from Estero.
It wasn’t long before a game of Trivial Pursuit was begun, a family favorite. Fortunately I was on Team TK and Tom, and after an hour or so we won, with a few laughs and catching up with family news along the way. Carol brought one of her delicious strawberry pies for dessert after the sub sandwiches. A June wedding and a June baby will be anticipated!
MONDAY—Webster Westside Fleamarket and Marguerita Grill
Despite the heat, TK, Scorchy, and I headed to Webster, about a half hour away, for another day of hunting for bargains. Webster is known for both acres of antiques as well as new items, fresh fruits, and vegetables. It took four hours for me to become acquainted with each and every booth.
Mary Lou was ready to go to lunch/dinner when we returned to TRR. TK wanted to go to Dan's Crab Stand in Crystal River but it was closed on Mondays--their seafood is ultra fresh as they own their fishing boats. Second choice was The Freezer in Homosassa. TK, who has been our only driver, patiently drove the hour to The Freezer only to discover there was an hour wait. The third choice was Marguerita Grill nearby and still in Homosassa. We were able to get a seat outdoors on the deck overlooking Crystal River and the docks. This restaurant was busy too and even though we were quickly seated we waited over an hour for our dinner. My shrimp basket was excellent, and Mary Lou liked her Greek salad and spinach pie, but TK only had a burger and Scorchy is very particular about fish.
Back at TRR we packed for departure on Tuesday.
TUESDAY--the long road home and Charlotte's traffic...
Fairfield Inn
Mooresville, NC
33F, rain
Obviously there is not much exciting about driving for nine hours, especially since the drive turned into over ten hours because of CHARLOTTE, NC. Especially since we chose to eat our one meal (except for a Dunkin Donut at 9 a.m.) when we reached Mooresville--we thought at about 5 p.m. since we started out at 8 a.m. Haha on us. We pulled into Cracker Barrel at 6:30, starved and frustrated by traffic. One of the two of us is especially impatient in traffic.
We hope the weather allows us to reach Erie tomorrow!! We did not think it would be this cold in NC and TK was still in shorts. Brrr!
TK's Takes: He is too tired, "I'm beat up from driving today. Charlotte is the worst city ever to drive through."
Front, L to R: BrothersTK and Tom
Back, L to R: Janie, Carol, Mary Lou, Scorchy
We commandeered the next door neighbor for a family portrait!
It wasn’t long before a game of Trivial Pursuit was begun, a family favorite. Fortunately I was on Team TK and Tom, and after an hour or so we won, with a few laughs and catching up with family news along the way. Carol brought one of her delicious strawberry pies for dessert after the sub sandwiches. A June wedding and a June baby will be anticipated!
MONDAY—Webster Westside Fleamarket and Marguerita Grill
Despite the heat, TK, Scorchy, and I headed to Webster, about a half hour away, for another day of hunting for bargains. Webster is known for both acres of antiques as well as new items, fresh fruits, and vegetables. It took four hours for me to become acquainted with each and every booth.
Just a tiny glimpse of Webster Flea Market and Antiques
Before we left, we bought a half crate of fresh strawberries to take home
to Erie as well as some Honey Bell oranges
Back at TRR we packed for departure on Tuesday.
TUESDAY--the long road home and Charlotte's traffic...
Fairfield Inn
Mooresville, NC
33F, rain
Obviously there is not much exciting about driving for nine hours, especially since the drive turned into over ten hours because of CHARLOTTE, NC. Especially since we chose to eat our one meal (except for a Dunkin Donut at 9 a.m.) when we reached Mooresville--we thought at about 5 p.m. since we started out at 8 a.m. Haha on us. We pulled into Cracker Barrel at 6:30, starved and frustrated by traffic. One of the two of us is especially impatient in traffic.
We hope the weather allows us to reach Erie tomorrow!! We did not think it would be this cold in NC and TK was still in shorts. Brrr!
Traffic southbound on I-77.
Northbound on I-77
We never time this right, no matter when we get to this area.
TK's Takes: He is too tired, "I'm beat up from driving today. Charlotte is the worst city ever to drive through."
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