- I don't hate the beach. I always thought I would. I burn easily, so I am not a huge fan of the sun. I don't much like sand, and I REALLY don't like it sticking to me. I don't like volleyball, frisbee, or any of the other various "beach" activities. Reading outside sucks, because you get a glare off the book unless you wear sunglasses, but if you ARE wearing sunglasses, you feel like you can't really see. Anyway. I learned that all those things are still true, but you find yourself in this beautiful place, and none of that really matters. I paid more attention to the fact that I couldn't walk without stepping on gorgeous shells on Sanibel Island, the way the sand felt like fine powder on Ft. Myers Beach, and the wide expanse of ocean and the fun that everyone seemed to be having at Bonita. Myself included.
- There are friggin' DOLPHINS off the coast of Sanibel Island!
- Saltwater. That is a very accurate word for ocean water. I always knew it would be SOMEWHAT salty, but I never thought it would be THAT salty. I also learned that if I lived near an ocean, I would go for a swim anytime I have a sinus infection. Saltwater up the nose is an instant cure.
- I thought I had found and acknowledged all the animals in the world that I hate and despise. I thought wrong. I found out that I also hate pelicans. They are all over the place in Southwest Florida. They are the size of turkeys, and they have no fear of humans. They will fly within inches of your head, land on your car and basically terrorize your otherwise lovely beach trip. Bastards.
- My nephew is the COOLEST kid ever. When I say "cool", what I mean is incredibly laid back. My 7 year old nephew was told the first day he saw us that we wouldn't be able to take him to the Monster Truck Rally, and he said, "That's ok. I don't care. I get to see you instead." He answered many questions with a shrug and a "Sure" or a "It doesn't matter."
- Technically, I learned this is Texas when I got back and added up all the money I spent. Vacations are expensive. :(
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