Today is officially the beginning of the rainy season here on the east coast of Florida and in keeping with tradition, the forecast was for rain around the area. Here on the beach we had a 40% chance of thunderstorms. We headed out to the pool a little earlier than normal - about 9:30. Just after noon we heard thunder off in the distance and it started to cloud over. Fortunately - only a few sprinkles . Not even enough to send us inside. I made some lunch and we ate at the pool and about 2:00 it was time for another batch of White Russians.
At 3:00 I left Rich at the pool and headed over to the activity center for line dancing. Most of those who attended today were beginners, but we had a great time. Jo was a great instructor and a very good dancer. When the class was over Jo and I did a couple of the more advanced dances for everyone. We did Come Dance with Me and Cruisin.
After dancing (Rich was STILL at the pool) it was time to start getting ready for dinner. Plans were to meet Dave and Debbie at the Lobster Shanty at 5:30
If you ever make it to Cocoa Beach make a point of eating here at the Lobster Shanty. Easy to find right along SR A1A.
Very pretty outside. This is the front entry way............
Where you can stop and buy some food and feed the fish.
There was still a threat of rain - but we felt pretty confident that we'd be safe eating outside overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway. By the time we were seated the sun was actually shining - and we questioned our decision to sit in the hot sun.
But it wasn't long before it started getting cloudy again - And actually across the water it was pretty dark and you could tell it was raining.
But we stayed - and enjoyed an excellent dinner. Everyone had something different, Talapia, Haddock, Bay Scallops or Apricot Chicken........and TWO baskets of corn fritters!! (Actualy Deb took home about four from the second batch). The food was delicious.
We sat and talked and watched the people during dessert. (Pudding or ice cream came with the meal) As you can see it's very casual and they get a pretty good number of diners.
While waiting for your meal - or after dessert several people stroll out on to the dock to watch and feed the fish.
It was a beautiful evening - a great meal and it was so nice catching up with Dave and Debbie.
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