Greetings from Sanibel!

claire_de_luna

13 years ago

Shells, sand, surf, sun, and shrimp. Here's a virtual postcard from Mustangs and CdL...Wish you were here!

More later; sunset is calling us.

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jimster
13 years ago
"Wish you were here!"

I wish I were too. Take a sieve the beach and learn to catch coquina clams. A french fry basket is a good tool for this. When you have a lot of coquinas make Coquina Chowder. Save the little shells for craft projects.

Jim
hawk307
13 years ago
Claire:
I missed something. Is that Sanibel Island?
Close to Ft. Myers.
LOU
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doucanoe
13 years ago
Oh I am so envious! You all have a great time, and post lots of pics when you have a spare moment!

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claire_de_luna
Original Author
13 years ago
From Mustangs:

Jimster, thanks for the tips. There are plenty of crabs, we'll have to look a little harder for the coquinas. Maybe tomorrow if it's not too hot.

Lou, Yup, that Sanibel. Your sister said to tell you hello!

We just finished first dinner - Hearts of Palm Salad, Bordelaise Potatoes, popcorn, and cupcakes. How's that for a disjointed menu?

More later.
claire_de_luna
Original Author
13 years ago
...What do you bring with you on vacation? You may not believe it, but we've used almost everything!

So...Which of these belong to Cathy, and which to Kathy? Extra Points for any correct answers!

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beachlily z9a
13 years ago
On Sanibel, shellers aren't allowed to collect live shells. Big, big no, no.
dedtired
13 years ago
Oh I'm jealous. I know you're having a great time and I wish I were there, too!

How do you tell if a shell is dead or alive? They all look dead to me. I guess if somebody is living in it?
mustangs81
13 years ago
Beachlily, we have rescued a number of shells and even an octopus. We came across many occupied sea urchins but only brought back the vacated ones.
lsr2002
13 years ago
I know you are having a fabulous time and I'm really impressed by the kitchen equipment/supplies you have. I'm guessing that the compartmented spice box belongs to Cathy because she is so good about labeling things. It looks like a large weekly pillbox - I think that's a fabulous solution for bringing spices/herbs.

Wish I was there, but I'm loving your reports and photos. Now where are the pictures of you?

Lee
Bizzo
13 years ago
I just got back from Ft Myers, I'm sorry I missed you both!!
mustangs81
13 years ago
Hi, CdL here! I'll get a picture of David (my DH) who is making ''second breakfast'' for us, after our morning walk on the beach. The first one was home-made cinnamon rolls. I'm sorry I didn't get a picture of those, but Weed, if you're reading this, the GOO factor was very strong! Goo is Grood.

Lee...Good Guess. The spice container was mine. Surprise!
annie1992
13 years ago
I have no idea, I'd have taken two, maybe three of those things, LOL. Heck, I can't even figure out what I'd do with about half of them.

I'd bet both of them brought aluminum foil, it's one of the few things I'd have brought along!

Oh, and all hot sauces belong to Cathy (Mustangs). I think...

Annie
mustangs81
13 years ago
We are seriously talking about Stooping in Sanibel next October or November. This is fabulously beautiful with lots to do.

Cathy and Kathy
diinohio
13 years ago
No idea who owns what... but please tell me what that gator (iguana) looking thing in the back is holding between it's jaws! You all are nuts! Have fun!

Di
claire_de_luna
Original Author
13 years ago
Di, the gator became a silicone brush holder. (No, we weren't drinkin'.) Yes, silly we are!

I'll be posting pictures when I get home, as the cable for my camera is there. You'll just to wait. Yes, I'm ashamed of myself, but as prepared as I was to cook, I wasn't prepared when it came to picture-taking. I forgot my Thermapen too, and there's a pork roast in the oven.

So...Who wants to meet us for Stooping in Sanibel for an official CF Get-Together next year? It's a perfect time of year to be here, before all the snowbirds arrive. If you're interested, Cathy's ready to make some serious plans for all of us to come back!
lakeguy35
13 years ago
Looks like you two(and DH's) are having a great time! The pic of the shells reminds of the gathering with Janet. I'm thinking that could have been the first time Mustangs and Riverrat slept together too...FYI they did the same at the PFPP a couple of years ago...LOL!

I seem to recall a famous joint with a train that ran around the ceiling and a yummy cake????

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mustangs81
13 years ago
David, WOW-all you said is correct. What a great memory for details you have.

I have never seen the island as beautiful as it has been this week. Their condo of choice was perfect in many ways including close to the water and a beautiful view from the living room. We visited to the extent that we didn't get dinner cooked until 10:30!

Kathy and David were exceptional hosts to us.