What a surprise when my neighbor, Janet Clarke, knocked on my door to tell me there was an alligator down on Rockford Avenue.
I seriously thought, “You got to be kidding.” But Russ and I got into our golf cart and rode down to Rockford Avenue. And sure enough, there were three sheriff cars blocking the road, and three deputies up by the house trying to capture a four-foot alligator thrashing around and trying to get away from the men.
Finally, it was subdued enough for them to tape shut the mouth and throw a raincoat over it, and it was hauled off somewhere where there was water.
Wish I would have taken my camera to take some pictures, because the people up north probably wouldn’t believe it.
Our coffee socials are basically that, socials. The attendance has been very sparse, but it’s still a way for those of us that remain for the summer to get together.
We recently learned Chuck Newman had a shoulder replacement, and his daughter, Vicki Bluhm recently had knee replacement. Both are doing well.
Neva Roy is at her home after being at the Heritage Park Health & Rehabilitation in Dade City. Her son is staying with her for the time being.
Several of us are planning to go to Branson, Missouri, again, but we need a few more passengers. If anyone is interested in going Nov. 12-19, we’ll have 11 meals, six good shows, and $70 free play at two hotels.
You can still join us by calling me at (813) 780-1012. We would love to have you.
By Lee Heffelfinger
Published July 9, 2014
