Chasing birds and frozen custard

We visited Green Cay Wetlands the other day, which is an area run by the local sewage treatment authorities but is surprisingly beautiful and just a stone's throw from where we live. A few acres of wetlands is circumnavigated by an elevated boardwalk from which you can spot the local fauna. Oh the animal watching down here is so much more lovely than the people watching! There were heaps of herons, tons of turtles, and even though we visited during daytime we were lucky enough to spot an alligator surfacing for a midday snack. 'Twas fine family fun for all.

Today we had another typical Florida day - a sleep-in, followed by a big cooked brekkie, a trip to the local veggie markets, and an ice cream on the way home. 'So thick we serve it to you upside down!' is the boastful slogan of Ritter's Glaciers. We had ours done Butterfinger style.