GOOD CROWD AT SHULA'S

On the "First Wednesday of the Month" the Verona Walk Gentlemen step out for lunch and camaraderie at  local restaurants. This month the "Gentlemen" traveled to North Naples.  There were 50+ in the group that worked their way through traffic for fine steak at SHULA'S  located in the Naples Hilton.

The primary choice was Prime Rib.  As usual this was a Treat, and certainly satisfied one of our Agenda items. More then likely it served as the meal of the day for our Group.
 
Next month the group will enjoy lunch at St George and the Dragon on US 41 by Tin City.

HAPPY EASTER

It is EASTER.

It is the time of year when the eggs get colored, gum drops are all over the place, and the kids are jumping more then the rabbit.

When the playing is over it is time to eat the cake. This one has been made over and over in the family clan. Sometimes I think it is the same cake.

BUS TRIP TO ST PETERSBURG

 
Thursday (3/29) was a long, long day.


This Lady started around 5:00 AM trying to get someone out of bed. With a little coffee poured down his throat he finally was able to maneuver. I got him to Town Center and on the bus by 7:00 AM.


A few hours later we arrived and visited the Dali Museum. Our group had the benefit of a tour leader who explained the artist's life and influences.


It was then off to lunch, and a great "Pastrami and Corn Beef " sandwich  which we split. It was a country mile tall. He said that was the best part of the day.


After lunch it was on to the museum  that showed the work of Gil Chiluley, and their gift shop. I would have purchased something but the "guardian of the Credit Card" had to be on his toes, and would not give the card up. 

Later we traveled to where we could observe glass blowing and the making of some real nice items. Enjoy some of the pictures taken by the "Old Guy."

200+ SIGN UP FOP LOMA

 
Many of you will recall the information given to us regarding a Letter of Map Amendment (L.O.M.A.). A letter from a survey company that shows our homes to be above the new flood levels for this area may help with the cost of flood insurance.


A company on Marco, familiar with our development offered a group price to do the survey and paperwork necessary to get home owners an amendment to the new FEMA Map.  April 15 is the cutoff date to join in the survey at a group rate.

So far there are over 200 homeowners who have decided to join in the project. Results will show actual elevation for each home. These results may help with flood insurance premiums which could rise dramatically in the next few years.

The L.O.M.A.'s will not begin to issue until after May 15^th. This is the date the new F.E.M.A. maps goes into effect. The surveyor can then make the formal request to amend the map showing your correct elevation, which insurance companies will use in charging a premium.

Marco Surveying & Mapping, LLC is the company providing the survey at the group rate of $125.  They are located on Marco Island. Residents may also use a surveyor of their choosing. An informed decision is encourgaed.

JERSEY GIRL - ANOTHER BIRTHDAY

 
This Old Guy did not need any help remembering this kids birthday.

I recall the paranoia that was in the air at least twenty-five years ago with this birth. I was so afraid she would be born on April Fools Day. Thank You God for moving the date up to today (April 2).  


Planning is everything. With this birth every base was covered, except one. We never asked the doctor which hospital to go to for the delivery. 

When you assume you know what happens. We went to the wrong hospital, and they even assumed we were at the correct facility. They admitted Mom.  After 30 minutes they asked us to leave and drive to the correct hospital.


It didn't take long once we arrived at St. Mary's for daughter number three to be born. That is her with "Her" daughter  - Katelyn. Nice !


These memories lead me into a special wish today.

Cathy - Happy Birthday

THE BIRD SPEAKS

The "Bird" is screeching again: "Last call for lunch Gentlemen."  That First Wednesday of the Month is coming upon us quickly.  Mark your calendar if you plan to attend lunch with the VeronaWalk Gentlemen, your original Men's Group.

APRIL DATES TO REMEMBER

"He" already forgot to do some work here, but there is nothing new to my helping him out with a reminder.  I'll just say the "middle child." that should be enough for him to do a birthday note.