For example, after we were greeted by "Richard" at the front doors of the Grand Floridian, we headed inside to check out a few Easter eggs and relax to some afternoon music.
(Oh, if you don't know Richard, you really should drop in and say hi to him. He's been greeting guests at the Grand Floridian for over twenty years. It's also said that he's had the honor of carrying the train of more than 3,000 bride's gowns at as many weddings. Richard may well be the oldest working Disney Cast Member. I bet Jim and Judy can tell us just how old Richard is!)
Once inside we were treated to some incredible hand-made Easter Eggs, all made with edible materials. (There's more info at the bottom of the photos.)
Tasty (I mean) beautiful aren't they?
Then we staked out our seats and listened to the piano player and then the orchestra...
After a brief walk-about, we headed for home.
Now it's time for our "Last, last unofficial" 2013-14 bike ride!
The morning coolness gave way to the "muggies" and hotter temps.
Under the steady gaze of the young gator on the other side of the canal, we saddled up.
With the help of a sitting visitor we have this great photo of the nine of us...all in our tees!
The humidity made for some difficult peddling and four of our riders returned to the town center.
But, no one missed lunch! In fact, Darlene, Judy and Pat joined us for lunch.
The Astronomical event of the week was the "Blood Moon." With the Earth between the Sun and the Moon most of the southern states were treated to an early morning eclipse as the Earth's shadow covered the moon. The entire event began just before 2:00 a.m. and ended after 4:00a.m. The red is actually the color of the Earth's shadow.
This photo was taken at 2:25a.m.The camera was on a tripod. Because the camera was not tracking the Earth's movement will make the image appear out of focus. The moon and stars appear to be moving quite fast. If you look at the star below the moon, you'll notice is appears "elongated," the movement is actually due to the rotation of the Earth. If you try to photograph the moon you'll need a shutter speed of at least 1/125th of a second. Mars is much further to the right.
But, the morning celestial event was followed by the departure of Angela and Bill.
The morning meant something special for Darlene. She was determined to view the "Blood Moon" and see Angela and Bill off.
Darlene made Buzz her "alarm clock" and made sure together they would be present to witness both special events.
Darlene and Buzz learned that an eclipse can take over two hours. Like troupers they managed to take in the entire event. And, to our surprise, while Pat and I were making ready to see Bill and Angela off... the "buggy" rolled up with Buzz at the wheel and Darlene in the right seat with slits for eyes.
The four of us said our "so-longs till next time" and couldn't believe another "snowbird" season is coming to a close.
And so, Bill, Angela and "Maggie" headed into the sun...rise!
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