Activity on the Sanibel Causeway and a Sunset

It was another beautiful 80 degree day, here in our Sanibel Paradise today.

The last few days there have been activities going on at the Sanibel Causeway.  The Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival was held Nov.3 through Nov. 6.

A friend who kayaks, was going, and he told us that it would be interesting and included lots of eco-themed fun.  There were kayak and canoe races, a fishing tournament, paddling demos, guided tours and other things. 

I know it's too late for this year, but you can always check out the info regarding this year's event, at The Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival website, and be prepared to join in the fun next year.

We went for a drive over the causeway this afternoon and saw a lot of people out

having a great time.

There were several vehicles parked along side the road with lights flashing to warn drivers to slow down.

This evening, I was at Point Santo de Sanibel on West Gulf Drive, just in time to watch the sunset.

Lots of shells. :)

This video is not great, and you might want to hold on to the arms of your chair as you watch it. Because, and old person had to unfold herself and stand up during this process.   And yes, it did take a while too! Ugh! Sorry!

As I walked away from the beach, I noticed a couple standing on their roof top deck, watching the sunset. :)  What a beautiful view they must have had, and a perfect end to their day.

Sanibel's Halloween Sunset

I was at Pointe Santo on West Gulf Drive this evening.  The temperature was 74, partly cloudy and we had some rain showers, all in all a good day!  There were plenty of shells on the beach to look at too!

There have been some very high tides of late.

I drove out to the Sanibel Causeway to view the Halloween Sunset.

I certainly was not disappointed!

(These photos are for all my friends that were not here to see this view.)

I hope you all had a fun Halloween.

Sanibel's Rays of Sunshine & Breezes

What brings you joy?

There are many things that bring me joy, most of all, my family.  But as a lot of you know, Sanibel Island is also high on my list.

Today we made a trip to Ft Myers and on the way back, the rays of sunshine gave me joy.  

One of the most beautiful sights is looking at the sky above the palms. 

Sun rays always make me feel closer to God and gives me a sense of connectedness

to loved ones I've lost.

I always get a joyful feeling

as we near the entrance to Sanibel.

Some dark clouds were hovering overhead, but we didn't get a drop of rain on our street.

After seeing all of the amazing clouds, we decided to drive back out to the Sanibel Causeway to relax and watch the sunset.

I know....I just did that yesterday evening,  but you can never see too many sunrises or sunsets. :)  And of course, every one is different.

Watching a pod of dolphins swimming by,
feeling warm rays of sunshine, and a cool breeze, followed by a beautiful sunset,
makes a perfect ending to any day.