Islamorada Journal 2012...22 FEB

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The gang went to Key West on Monday, expecting it to be a madhouse being a holiday, and found it wasn't that crowded at all...even with two monster-sized cruise ships in harbor. Photo taken at the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory. Excellent place for kids and adults. When you leave, you have to check in a set of mirrors to be certain you're not taking any "hitchhiking" butterflies with you.

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On Ms. Caroline's last day in Islamorada she finally got to see some wild dolphins.

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We saw two groups of them, and although we maintained an appropriate distance from them, a few came over to the boat to inspect us. The kids got sprayed with dolphin mist.

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We were able to watch these beautiful animals for quite a while.

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Zachary, with some kibitzing from Michael, ate Grampy's lunch at the checkers table. Note the energy-sustaining chocolate-chip cookies.

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Taken at the Key West Aquarium...another worthwhile stop.

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Sunset on the gang's last full day in Islamorada.