Fort Lauderdale FL - Another direction

 

Usually head out in one of three directions.  Wandered a bit in the fourth - a few great street murals that definitely spruced it all up.  No doubt more to discover on another trip. 

Naples FL - Cheering on the Vikings

 

Headed over to Ed's to hang out and take in the Vikings game - another ugly loss.  Got a couple great days on the west side.  And some another unusual bird hanging out next to the Lanai. 

Fort Lauderdale FL - Mostly cool days

 

Not hot but certainly cold like the north.  Usually the days start out either side of 50 and then at the low end get almost 60F.  Have had a couple 80s - and lots of sun either way.  

Fort Lauderdale FL - A break from the cold

 

Another cold wave seems to be settling in once again, so a good time to get out and get off to less of that.  Off to Florida - basing in Fort Lauderdale.  Will see where else I wander.  

The entry to the building....

Saint Paul MN - Go home when you are tired party one more time

 

The numbers jumped up and down but in the end we had 6 of us that gathered once again for the "go home when you are tired" NYE gathering.  Another fun night - and the weather was definitely agreeable.  

Two Harbors MN - Christmas Day up north

Another unique year for the holidays and once it all settled out I had a great brunch and package opening, and even a walk, up north on Christmas Day.  Rhea was definitely the star - and she wouldn't have it any other way.  

We still had a winter like day but it wasn't too cold or snowing so travel was easy and the wind left us alone as well.  Been an interesting start already winter wise this year - so expect it to continue being interesting. 

Toronto Ontario Canada - A bit of Christmas Cheer

 

A quick, very cool trip to Toronto.  Always enjoy taking in big city holiday decor - definitely a great way to get in the spirit.  Always a spot I enjoy so take the opportunity when it arises. 

Saint Paul MN - Gathering of a few cousins

 

End of the trip for Kindra and Jessie so back in Saint Paul - gathered a few of the locals to hang out for the evening.