Salvador Dali at Marie Selby Gardens

After an early walk with Titan, we left the house around 11:00, got coffees and donuts at Dunkin Donuts, then drove north to Archer and Karen Ann's house in Sarasota.  From there the four of us went to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.  We generally don't do things with others, because we prefer to be on our own, with our own schedules, but we made an exception because they invited us.

First thing we did was eat lunch, outside and it was delightful.  Perfect day for the gardens, around 80* with sun and clouds.

"Sunnyside Up"

succulent garden

Sarasota Bay

Might be Christmas card worthy

Karen Ann and Archer

A piano hanging in the Tropical Conservatory

Anthurium

The eyes have it

Dali has a "thing" for eyes

Another piano in the Koi Pond

Representation of Dali's famous mustache

Spiral...succulents and cut glass

More eggs

It's an elephant, not a butterfly

Spectacular orchids in the Tropical Conservatory

There was a new butterfly garden...

Zebra Longwing, FL state butterfly

They actually purchase the eggs, they hatch and live inside the garden.  They take strong precautions to guard against the inside butterflies getting out but I can't remember why.

I'm not a big Dali fan, but we always enjoy the gardens and there is usually some kind of exhibit incorporated into the gardens, this time it was him.

We returned to their place and enjoyed ice cream and some homemade cookies compliments of their friend, Carol.

Left about 4:45, got iced coffees from McDonalds for the ride home.  Spent some time on the deck so Titan could have his treat.  It was a good day.

Thanks for stopping by...

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