We Do Get Nippy at Times

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No, I’m not rubbing in the fact that our “cold” is 60 degrees – merely noting that it is interesting to see visitors from truly cold places reveling at a sunny 62 degrees as many locals grab for jackets. In truth, there are several nights a year in South Florida where the temperature can go to frost levels that make farmers nervous, and occasionally there are days where it drops, but it usually lasts only hours. The 50-whatever of this morning when I went out is now 75 degrees. I will acknowledge, however, that even with the heater for the swimming pool, you won’t find me taking a morning plunge. Getting into the ocean is a different story, but that does involve a wet suit.

Anyway, 2012 is here and we do hope the Mayans were incorrect, although I suppose we shall see. If you haven’t done so already, stop by Charlie’s Corner Café otherwise known as the blog Living Forward, Looking Back and share comments on posts that strike your fancy.

Part of our holidays were spent in New Orleans, and along the way, we were somewhat accidentally introduced to the delightful town of Ocean Springs, MS, that is close to Biloxi. The beach front along the eastern shore of Biloxi Bay is quite scenic with what appears to be wonderful areas for walking or biking. It is one of those small towns that has embraced an artistic and craft community sprinkled with numerous restaurants. If you have any plans to be in that part of Mississippi, I would urge you to check out their web site and see what they have to offer.

Here’s hoping that everyone did have a chance during the holidays to connect with loved ones and enjoyed the warmth of the heart that brings. I know how stressful the holidays can be for a lot of different reasons, and if that did occur, please take a few minutes to catch your breath and say, “Okay, got that over with.”

On the writing side, I do have a new novel in the works (Deadly Doubloons) and will provide an update about it later.

Charlie