Just when I thought I missed my window of opportunity to head to the beach, the Lord heard my prayers. One of my best friends and I made a run for the border and drove during the wee hours of the morning to beautiful Sarasota, Florida.

No husbands, no kids, just us girls. While we are both still working on our psuedo-vacation, a change of environment really helps to spark the creativity, as least for me it does.

The above photo is of the Siesta Key. Appropriately named, huh? Can’t wait to catch a few zzz’s and get some sun on these pasty thighs–a prerequisite from my husband before he ‘approved’ my trip. Men.

Anyone been to Sarasota before? I’m taking suggestions on what to do, where to eat, sights to see…I’m all ears!