As March draws to a close, memories of 2020 are a reminder of simpler times in SWFL. One year ago, the world came to a halt as Covid19 threatened global health. Lockdowns were initiated and many took to the outdoors for fresh air and exercise. Not a whole lot has changed in that regard. People are healthier than a year ago, with positive steps taken to curb the spread of viruses in general. We are still trying to make the most of restricted times by enjoying this beautiful weather and all the nature available for viewing in the area. The Everglades provide myriad venues for exploring. We visited Big Cypress Bend for a fun adventure in the wild this month. I'm taking a break from the bicycle during this peak, crowded season and will resume when the snowbirds head out. The Island Country Club is preparing for a multi-million dollar renovation beginning in April. To celebrate, they hosted a fun party featuring the famed SWFL Ben Allen Band. It was a good time. The Marco Island Nature Preserve and Bird Sanctuary's educational outreach program resumed this spring and, as a volunteer, I helped educate the younger school children in the area on conservation and the amazing bald eagle. Finally, the family started playing tennis!! Can't wait to see what fun April brings. 

A Spectacular Season

The fabulous winter weather continues. It's great to spend so much time outside exercising and dining in perfect temperatures. Still staying so close to home, improvements and beautification efforts continue around the house. The camper is finally out of the shop; ready and waiting for our next departure. I had a 164 yard drive at Island Country Club on Friday. A personal best. Life is good.

Bill seems to have turned a corner this week with improved vision, stabilizing pressure and assurances from the doctor to partake in more activities. He is now fully vaccinated from Covid19 and feeling relieved as a result. Many friends and neighbors are getting the vaccine and feeling empowered to do more socializing. We enjoyed Patty and Mike's visit mid-month and Maggie and Kevin's at the end of February. There are lots of people in the area. Covid has convinced many people to secure full-time residency in SWFL. NY, NJ and other states up north are still in serious coronavirus lock-downs, while FL is wide open. It's crazy busy here and the real estate market is on fire with activity. Home values have soared across the state.