So, where was I?

I spent a week in Apalachicola, FL! Florida's Forgotten Coast! Had a meeting there for work, and to tell you the truth, I wasn't all that excited about it. I mean, it was temp of 102 degrees with high humidity. We were told to be prepared for 110 heat index - have I mentioned that I'm more of a "fall" person? Well, it was hot, but I did also have a good time. Even opting to sit outside in the shade rather than inside the air conditioned buildings.

We stayed at a beautiful B&B, The Coombs House Inn which was wonderful.

The rooms were very comfortable and it was just like being a home. The meeting room was also quite convenient and it was within a quick walk to down town.

It was the first time I had been to the Gulf coast and had the opportunity to wade into the Apalach. Bay, feel just how warm the Gulf is, see stingrays (being careful not to step on them!) and lots of birds, searching for sea turtle nests, saw oyster tonging, tasted tupleo honey and went beach combing for shells. Not to mention nearly being way too up close and personal with a strong thunder and lightning storm with water spouts while out on the Bay.

Saw the rebuilt lighthouse on St George's Island

Tasted alligator for the first time and saw wonderful marsh views...

All in all it was a good trip, we did get a lot done but I was also glad to head back home too!