We have decided to do some adulting life for a while and we are renting a home in Vero Beach, Florida.
Our move-in date was 1 April 2024. Since moving in we have struggled with all the space we have. Rob has lost me several times 😁🤣😂. We have a huge (to us) three bedroom, two bath home with a garage, walk-in closet and a beautiful lanai complete with inground pool covered by a Florida room. And to top it off, Rob doesn't have to do much -- we have a landscaper and pool guy.
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| Master |
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| Walk-in |
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| 2nd Bedroom |
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| 3rd Bedroom |
Our storage unit was completely emptied in one trip, thanks to Zach (our nephew) hooking us up with a rental van. I have successfully hidden (which means put away) all of our "stuff" from Rob. And right when he knows where things are, I rearrange. hehehe
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| Half full or half empty |
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| Everything's out |
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Wow! Can't believe we have
all this "stuff" and most of
it was on our boat. |
We visited several of the local gyms. Our plan is to try to keep our girlish figures now that we are homebodies.
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| Planet Fitness - disturbing |
We have also done some necessary normal adult type things such as ordering from Amazon, doctor visits, DMV, library, etc.
In the short time that we have been here, I think I have taken Rob to every Farmer's Market in the area. Along with an Art Expo and Boat Show.
We attended a Duran Duran / David Bowie Tribute Band Concert at Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery. The band was pretty good but the lead singer's wife was a "Karen" and that is being nice.
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Yes, I really forgot
my shoes |
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"Karen" constantly
blocking our view. |
Fort Pierce Oyster Festival - we did not partake in Oysters but did listen to some music.
We had visitors! Best part of having a big house 🏠.
Our Landlords also known as Brenda and Florian (sister & brother in-law) were our first visitors.
Tony and Michelle
Derek and Dianne
We went to Riverside Theater for Comedy Night with Florian and Brenda. Comedians were not very good.
Double C Bar Ranch - Me, Florian, Brenda, Brianna and all 3 boys went and picked fresh blueberries 🫐 without Rob.
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| I have my bucket 🪣 |
Walking Tree Brewery for some friendly corn hole and an ale.
We visited the National Navy Seal Museum with Tony and Michelle. The Museum resides on the training grounds of the original Navy combat divers, the Frogmen.
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| Sharon & Michelle |
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| Tony & Rob |
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Isis Flag - The flag is displayed
upside down to show disrespect
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| The Trident |
Rob and I tried parts of the obstacle course that is modeled after the one in Coronado and all BUDS candidates are required to master. We did not plan accordingly. It's not a smart idea to try in flip flops, barefooted or in my case, a dress 👗.
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| I got this |
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| How do I get down |
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary, FAU Harbor Branch Ocean Discovery Visitors Center, a stop at the Beach, and drinks at Little Jim's with Derek and Dianne.
The refuge was designated by President Roosevelt in 1903 as the first Wildlife Refuge in the US.
Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary - a nice memorial!
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| Army |
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| Navy |
FAU Harbor Branch Ocean Discovery Visitors Center
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| Shallow Water Drifter |
The Beach
Drinks at Little Jim's
Our entertainment at Little Jim's was watching 👀 the kids jump of the bridge.
Plenty of Pool Time!
We even made a trip south to Hallandale Beach for a very fun weekend with Alex and Heather.
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| Brunch at Bacon Bitch |
So far, I am enjoying having a kitchen along with all my kitchen gadgets and have been making delicious home cooked meals including grazing boards and fruit salads.
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| Crustless Quiche |
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| Salmon |
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| Peppered Tuna |
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| Tuna Poke Bowls |
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| Cheese Tortellini in broth |
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| With a Parmesan Crisp |
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| Pineapple Upside Down Cake |
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| Strawberry Cake |
So looking forward to all the additional meals I am going to make.
We have checked ✔️ out a few local restaurants. Afterall... I need a night off once in a while.
The "Taco House" - This family serves tacos and tamales on Friday nights in their backyard. Everything is $3 each. They are so good! So ssshhh, don't tell anyone. It's our secret!
Martin y su Tradicion Peruvian Food Truck
Sake Japanese & Thai Restaurant
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| Green Curry with Rice & Spring Roll |
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| Sushi & Sashimi Bento Box |
Sean Ryans Irish Pub for $7 burger night.
Scampi Grill - we went with Brenda & Florian and then went back with Derek & Dianne. I'm sure we will visit again. Food and service was very good.
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| Mussels |
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| Lasagna |
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| Chicken Piccata |
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| Snapper Francese |
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| Bolognese |
Bacon Bitch in South Bitch - we visited here with Alex & Heather. The food was good but the Presecco was better.
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| Breakfast Tacos |
Mai Thai Bistro - interesting presentation of their drinks.
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Love Boat 🚢 For 2
10 pieces of sushi, 12 pieces of sashimi
with spicy tuna roll and California roll |
We have so much to see and do including enjoying our huge home and spending time with our great nephews.
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| No pictures allowed |
Don't worry... this is not the end of our wandering. We have not completely grown up yet and have several trips already in the works, so stay tuned.
According to little Ms. Google in April we traveled a little over 1000 miles by walking and driving, which most was driving.
We must really be settling in because According to little Ms. Google in May we only traveled 600 miles by walking, driving, ferry, and in a taxi 🚕.
"When you choose to collect experiences rather than things, you never run out of storage space."
