Happy Hour in May?

What  a really nice happy hour we had this evening.  Weather here the last few days got us all to wondering if it would really happen, but........it did.  What is our typical summer weather came a little earlier than normal.  May is generally one of the driest months here in Florida, but the last two days saw the return of our afternoon thunderstorms.  And this morning we had another around 5:30am.  But the rest of the day was just beautiful, the humidity low and a nice breeze.

About 6:00 this evening you could find several of us gathering at the site of Nick and Tonya.  The sun was still shining, but the breeze was very pleasant, so we shared a little of our favorite beverage and a little conversation.

Nick was the Chef tonight and cooking on the grills was a little Kilbasa that we shared as an apetizer with some chips and cheese and crackers.

This is Patti and Jim.  They are originally from just outside of Chicago, but have been here in Florida working at an ELS park in Crystal River.  Patti now works in the store and Jim is the head of maintenance.   All settled in - so those of you visiting next year will probably see them around.  We're getting them out to the pickleball courts tomorrow night!  You're sure to remember her.....she's always got a smile on her face.

This was the first time that we met Jenny and Bill.  Very nice couple who have an annual site here  Jenny brought along a delicious dish of homemade peanut brittle!

Joy and Ranger Rich.   Nice to see Rich out and about and smiling!  He's had his share of problems this winter, both with his motor home and with his health.  But he is doing great now! 

And the hosts for the evening, Chef Nick and Tonya.

Nick had prepared a batch of Ribs and also grilled an absolutely amazing Brisket on the grill.  To accompany the main dish we had baby potatoes, beans, grilled asparagus ( absolutely delicious, Patti!), corn, pasta salad and rolls. For dessert Joy had backed a scrumptious Chocolate Cake.

As the sun set the breeze continues, which was great - kept the mosquitos away!!

Now how often do you see folks in Florida gathering around the heat of the fire in the middle of May?  The breeze had died down, but the temperatures had also dropped into the low 70's.  So a few had donned the sweater or light jacket.  Perfect weather for a happy hour!    It was nice meeting some new people and making new friends.