There was snow on the ground, so anti-PD1 and Tampa...

....here we come! I know it's time for my bug juice since I finally feel fully energized, though nightly itching, occasional weird rashes, ever increasing vitiligo, and the sensation that my tongue still feels as though it's been run over by a road grader...continues! At any rate, we left a bit of snow on the ground on Signal Mountain for an uneventful trip to Atlanta. Made it through security just fine, cause I know where they don't have the scanners set up! (That's pretty scary, isn't it you TSA peeps?!!) The flight down was easy enough. Went to pick up our car and the only one available in the "compact" section wouldn't crank!!! So, Brent went off for a chat and we got "upgraded" to a Nissan Sentra that drove like a truck...but at least it cranked!

Then, we were off for another Tampa adventure! Despite its seaside location, finding a good seafood restaurant in Tampa has been a bit of a challenge. And according to Yelp and Chowhound websites, apparently that is true even for the folks who live there.  At any rate, one name kept getting rave reviews...Walt'z Fish Shak in Madeira Beach. There was only one catch....they serve a daily menu based on the fish they have and once it's gone, they close. But, Brent was set on going. As soon as we were in the car, he had them on the phone to see if they could predict whether they would still be open when we got there. They thought we could make it from the airport by 8, and so yes, they said they would still be open.

Despite a few missed turns we arrived just at 8 with no real problems.  Though I have to say, while I admire the spirit, Christmas lights and blow-up snowmen look really odd when combined with palms. Walt'z looks to be a converted house right on the water, small and cozy, with waiters and chef mingling with the patrons...calling out as we walked in, "Are you the folks who called from the airport?"  We had fabulous boiled shrimp (pinks) served while still warm with a delicious horseradish dipping sauce.  I had scamp (grouper) lightly fried (perfectly) with a salad and Brent had blackened snapper with rice and peas.  The entire staff was friendly and charming and the food was great.  A real find.  I told them they were the special fun for my trip.

Then, it was back to our La Quinta home away from home and rest before our fun at Moffitt.  But, a special thanks to Walt'z and mostly to B...who works so hard to make my trips fun.  Love you, B! - c