Sometimes we look at sights in nature but don't really see. While hiking in the woods the other day, it became a realization that we need to open our heart and eyes to see the beauty of the simple things in nature with each season. There is so much order and purpose in His creation. God has given us awesome beauty in this world to see and enjoy... if we would but stop to see and feel it. Join us as this blog is about stopping to see the real beauty around us...to touch and feel it... "Through the Lens".

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Tuesday, February 20, 2018

This past Friday our son, Stephen decided that he wanted to visit us at the Plantation!!  Now before you go and get all "hey, that's so sweet" on me let me explain.  He came to eat!!!  Yep, that's right...he came to eat.  He lives in Auburn, Alabama and it is only 3 1/2 hours from lots of food choices.  Since we were here and he could stay somewhere "free" he decided to pay his ole parents a visit.          



His main target this trip was to taste the delicious fried shrimp at Big Daddy's Grill.  He first experienced this wonderful cuisine in 2010 when we spent the winter at Rainbow Plantation.  He paid us a visit then as well.  Everybody loves Big Daddy's Grill and so did Stephen.  He also wanted to see if he could catch some "throwed rolls" at Lambert's Cafe....Home of the Throwed Rolls.  I am proud to say my son did a superb job catching those baseball size rolls!!!  





 After eating so much food we decided to work it off by playing a round of putt-putt golf at  Pirates Island.  We had a blast!!!  Mike and I were no match for the steady hand of youth!!!  Stephen won...but not by much!! 



 A rematch might just be in the cards!! As we were leaving the putt-putt area we decided to treat Stephen to a stop at Punta Clara Kitchen.  This is the quaint home that was turned into an antique shop, candy kitchen and a beautiful tea room.  We were able to once again sample delicious chocolates made from scratch right in their kitchens.  Mike and I enjoyed a Goober Chocolate and Stephen loved the Heavenly Hash.    It was a great day!!      
Tea Room at Punta Clara Kitchen
               
We ended the day by driving to Fairhope and walking out to the end of the pier.  It was a beautiful afternoon with just enough sun and breeze to make things just right!!!  We stood and just enjoyed the water and the boats passing by for nearly an hour.  We were also entertained by this adorable pelican!         



Let me tell ya....he/she was really working that pier.  Nearly posing for each picture and staying alert for pieces of fish discarded by fishermen!!  This guy has been here before!!!  What fun!!       


 Stephen left Sunday morning and so ended a wonderful weekend of eating, playing and enjoying!!!  

 Three things will last forever --faith, hope and love --and the greatest of these is love.
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  1. Paul and Marsha Weaver OCT. 17, 2009February 21, 2018 at 8:20 AM

    HAHAHA...what a cute post. Stephen knows which side his bread is buttered on. But who cares why he came. Family time is always the best time ever!
    Your pelican photos are awesome. What a ham....lol

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 21, 2018 at 5:28 PM

      Thanks for your comments it is always nice to hear from you guys. Stephen enjoyed himself and greatly enjoyed our eating at the different restaurants. It is always nice going to the pier and having the pelican pose at such close range was awesome. You guys take care!!

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  2. Jim and SandieFebruary 21, 2018 at 9:06 AM

    We take visits from our kids any way we can get them. And if we have to bribe them with food, that works great for us too. Love that bird.

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 21, 2018 at 5:29 PM

      Thanks for your comments, it is always good to hear fro y'all. Yes, it is nice when the family comes to visit and to enjoy the time together.
      Hey, that pelican did a good job posing at such a close up range...within 10 feet of us.

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  3. Linda at To Behold The BeautyFebruary 21, 2018 at 9:41 AM

    What a nice time y'all had together! But tell me...how do three of you sleep in your little Ollie? It looks barely big enough for two. You did get beautiful shots of the pelican, and I love the picture of the two of you. That's a keeper.

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 21, 2018 at 5:26 PM


      Thanks for your comments, it is always nice to hear from you.
      Although the Oliver is small, it is very well built and virtually maintenance free. Our dinette table goes down to make an almost twin size bed, which gives us sleeping arrangements for 3 adults. We are able to gather around and watch tv, eat inside and comfortably sleep three adults...it is cozy also.

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  4. Betsy Banks AdamsFebruary 21, 2018 at 10:03 AM

    Even if they come to 'eat' ----it's truly great to see our kids!!!!!! I'd feed them anything they want as long as they take time to come and visit (which unfortunately is NOT that much).... ha.....

    Looks like a fun time together ---and I know you enjoyed it.... Eating is just part of it, and as we get older, it seems to even become more important... It's not just the food --but it's the fellowship which is so important.....

    Keep having FUN.

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 21, 2018 at 5:32 PM

      Thanks Betsy for your comments, it is always nice to hear from you. You are so right, it is so nice when the family gets together and takes time to visit together, and yes, eating is always a good pastime experience...it sets the mood for good quality conversation and time together.
      You and George take care!!

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  5. Ruth HiebertFebruary 21, 2018 at 8:39 PM

    Sounds like Stephen's visit was a win win situation for all. He got to try all that good food and visit his parents and you got to have fun and fellowship with him. The feathers on that Pelican look so shiny, like he's wearing an expensive suit.

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 27, 2018 at 9:24 AM

      We all had a grand time, it is always great to share family time. I think the pelican was dressed in his tux.

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  6. horstFebruary 23, 2018 at 8:25 AM

    Great post...its nice to read about good "family" fun these days...as to the golf, I have always maintained that "Age and conning will beat youth and skill every time".... :)) Enjoy My Friends. Horst sends

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 27, 2018 at 9:29 AM

      Horst, thanks for your comments and we had a grand time together as family...it is always good to share those times. I was a little rusty starting out at putt-putt and lost too much ground to regain with Stephen...I think he is just good at it.

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  7. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsFebruary 24, 2018 at 3:18 PM

    Funny and I am sure true:) I am sure yu would not have it any other way!

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    1. HappytrailsFebruary 27, 2018 at 9:30 AM

      Family time is priceless...and enjoying each other...priceless.
      Thanks for your comments.

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  8. Karen and AlFebruary 25, 2018 at 5:12 AM

    It sounds like your son accomplished his goal and found a lot of good places to eat.

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