We stayed in Vero Beach an extra four days for my dentist and John’s doctor visits, but most Loopers call it “Velcro Beach” just because it’s so pleasant and there’s so much to do that no one wants to leave.

Sunday we went to an outstanding production of Les Miserables at Riverside Theatre, a magnificent professional theatre complex right across from our marina.  Great seats since our friend Oscar Sales is the Marketing Director.

Monday we toured the theatre to see the take-down of Les Mis and set-building for the next show, Grease.   Bob and Cathyrn, our friends from “Next to Me” drove up from Ft. Pierce for dinner over at the beach.   Tuesday was bowling with Marie’s kids, then dinner at their house and exercise night for Sparta getting chased around by a 2 and 5-year old.  Also had a nice lunch at a funky filling-station-themed restaurant with Dick and Dee from Sareanna, who just finished their loop right here in Vero Beach and are getting ready for the next one.

Doctors yesterday, then nothing but trip prep yesterday since John is hurting from his final treatment.  On to Cocoa tomorrow to relive my 15-minutes of fame.

Riverside Theatre -- Broadway Deluxe!!

Riverside Theatre — Broadway Deluxe!!

Loop ending is a great accomplishment, but sad.  Bob and Cathryn are going back to Seattle next week and this was our last dinner.

Loop ending is a great accomplishment, but sad. Bob and Cathryn are going back to Seattle next week and this was our last dinner.

This bird lives once slip over from us and is Sparta's mortal enemy.  "One step closer and your going to get it! Okay, one MORE step and I'm coming after you!  I'm serious this time, any closer and you're feathers" and so forth for hours.

This bird lives once slip over from us and is Sparta’s mortal enemy. “One step closer and your going to get it! Okay, one MORE step and I’m coming after you! I’m serious this time, any closer and you’re feathers” and so forth for hours.

Boat next to us has its own Tiki Bar.  Nice touch.

Boat next to us has its own Tiki Bar. Nice touch.