Two very different days

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Visited family in Beaufort, SC, for a few days then set out for the Keys. Friends had encouraged us to go before they sink into the ocean and we thought that a good idea. Of course, the weather report for Thursday was torrential downpour and high winds. We had planned to go part way—staying overnight in Titusville, near Cape Kennedy. Began to rain at 3 a.m., lightning, thunder, the whole bit. Got soaked getting to and in the car. Huge puddles by the roadside and, of course, a variety of accidents (mostly on the other side). Hard drive but we made it, got checked in just in time for it to clear up. Walked to a steak house for a yummy dinner.

On the road next morning, lots of traffic! Stuck to the toll roads which, we were told, would be faster…. Had lunch in Key Largo then came on downto Marathon, where we’re staying. Heck of a view! Unpacked, got groceries, etc., and will begin relaxing…

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Photos

Titusville 1
From our motel towards the ocean about 4 pm—still a bit grey and threatening looking but now clear and warm.

Titusville 2
Looking to the south. We walked down to dinner. In the morning, it was far too bright to take a pic and thankfully, that continued for the drive south.

Key Largo at the Visitors Center
Really a marketing spot for a tour company. But they gave us a nice map (we are that old) and coupons for a couple places. I would say they gave us directions but it’s a two-lane road; they did give us a good idea of time to get places.

Key Largo
The most north Key.

View from lunch
Stopped at Jimmy Johnson’s Big Chill resort and had a great lunch on the waterfront. They were setting up for music in the evening and we could imagine it would be fun.

Balcony view
Atlantic side

Balcony view
The pink glow on the horizon is reflection of the sunset, just on the other side of the key.