And when the beach you choose is Sanibel Island in Florida, you have the added bonus of pelicans, osprey, herons, cranes, ibis, and more!


Sanibel is known for it's seashells.  They are in abundance all over the beach!


Anne and I went a little overboard collecting shells.  The day before we flew home, we boxed up lots of gorgeous shells, mailed them home, then snuck back to the beach after dark and returned the rest.
Silly girls.


If you're in the market for a vacation destination, try Sanibel!  It's perfect!!!

With one exception:


I don't like lizards!!