Went on a monkey hunt this morning. Saw the tangerine tree and all the peels scattered around on the ground. Talked to a lady who heard the monkey go thump, thump, thump on her roof. She grabbed her camera and went outside. When she looked up at the roof, this little face was peering over the edge. Then he jumped into a small tree that really couldn't support his weight, but he managed to lower himself on supple branches. Thankfully, it wasn't the bend and snap.

So, of course, when you're looking for a monkey you are not going to find a monkey. You have to just go about your daily business and not think about it. Then you might see a monkey. As I left my friend I told her to call me at any monkey sighting. She called but did not leave a message, so now I'm curious. This lady knows a lot about animals, has a home in the wilds of Colorado. She declares this monkey is brilliant. We all know this.

Also, many months ago I told you about this charming kind of French chalet house in Driftwood. I got to see inside a few weeks ago (while sipping lemonade) and it did not disappoint. It's a one-of-a-kind property on the water, the first port in St. Petersburg. Well, the owners had hinted that they might be ready to down-size and sure enough, the house is now for sale. If you want to move and have a cool one million dollars hanging around, I will be happy to introduce you to these lovely people. I do believe Sweet Tulsa has been wanting to move to Florida. If you act now, the price is a few peanut shells of $849,000, worth every penny. If no one springs, it will be listed with a Realtor for a lot more

Going to bed at 9:16 PM didn't work out so hot. Think I fell asleep around 2:30. Why, oh, why???

I have to tell you a story about how our little neighbor growing up got mad because my sister and I couldn't come out to play. She executed clever revenge by . . . maybe I had better seek her permission before spilling the beans. She's all ready said she'll never live it down (as I tell the story at any and all opportunities that present themselves), so I hope she cooperates. It's a CLASSIC.

You know, I'm afraid I have a sleep disorder. Rats.

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