Hello there :)
Day 2 in Naples…
Breakfast was a huge green monster…and then we were off to Super Target!
TARGET IS THE COOLEST STORE EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I died and went to heaven. I’m going to need to go back at least twice more just to see everything!
My mom and I loved the girl’s bedroom decor…I was told that ‘I must have a girl!’ :mrgreen:
How cute would a child’s bathroom be with this stuff?!
Oh my gosh…their dishware section!! Words cannot describe how big my pupils got.
For the record, I took a lot more pictures…obviously! Unfortunately my blog will combust if I post all of them.
This is what I got: 3 plastic plates, 1 plastic bowl, B12 vits (super cheap here), Halle Berry’s new perfume (smells awesome, my mom and I both got one):
I can’t believe that is all I walked out with. I must go back so I can have time to try on clothes.
Eric’s only purchase (LAME!!) bahahah :mrgreen:
Then it was off to the Miromar Outlet– it is a huge outdoor outlet mall. And I mean huge…as in you live here your whole life and you might get to every store.
We stopped at Subway for lunch and I got a big salad.
We only made a dent in this outlet. None of us bought anything either.
When we got back to our rental car, we discovered that someone had hit the car and RUN. :(
We got home and I had a second lunch as that subway salad was AIR in my tummy…
- Eziekel wrap with hummus
- 1 orange
- 1 apple
- Mary’s crackers + hummus + tomato sauce
Hit the spot!
Eric and I relaxed on the porch for a while and I did some writing. Then we decided to go for a run-bike!
It was amazing outside. Perfect temperature and blue skies.
All along the trails they have fitness stations to do different exercises.
I love running on vacation.
I also love having time to spend with Eric…we’ve been going mock speed for the past two years and it is nice to be able to just leave work behind for a while and not think about it.
We had been gone for over 1 hour and I got worried because we weren’t sure where we were for a few minutes. I asked the hubby if we were lost and he said NOPE! hahaha…he says that always of course. ;)
Picture below: 1 hour 5 minutes: I was saying to him, ARE WE LOST??? Need…water…!
But alas we made it and pulled in after 1 hour 12 minutes! I have no idea how many miles we covered but I ran quite speedy to keep up with Eric. The terrain is so flat here and I found it easier to run faster than usual.
Once home I had a banana to re fuel and lots of swamp water. Then it was time to get ready to go out for dinner. Eric and I were treating my stepdad to a belated birthday dinner at Carrabba’s. [He is a bit camera shy so don’t expect to see him on the blog!] ;)
I looked at the menu and there was one thing I could get that was vegan- a cheeseless veggie pizza, so I was good to go…or so I thought! When we got there we were told that they were OUT of pizza. Ummm…come again?!. Luckily the chef was very accommodating and made me a custom stir-fry. I had a salad to start (which was decent!) and 6.5 oz of Merlot.
Behold the biggest and most delicious stir-fry ever:
I cannot believe I ate it all. It was massive (the bowl was deep). I think I had about 400 servings of veggies in this dish (and probably 10 tablespoons of oil!). Everyone else loved their dishes too.
I’m still crazy full and it is midnight!
Tomorrow’s plan:
- Fort Lauderdale bound in AM
- Checking into motel
- Lunch: ????
- Afternoon: parasailing + beach stuff
- Dinner: ????
- Bars- Irish pubs
I am pretty sure the motel has wireless, so let’s hope it works…
Night!
Hi!! I’m catching up! I had TEN posts from you in my reader!! First and foremost, I still cannot get over that big, crunchy grass in Florida! Your pics all seem so “other-worldly” compared to the grossness that is New Brunswick now – cold, snow, sleet, slush. Ick.
I love running on vacation too – one of my favourite activities to do when away because I love the scenery :)
I love that white dress. Gorgeous!
TARGET!!! The only way I can go in there safely is if I have an appointment–or somewhere to be–one hour later, otherwise I’d spend my life savings on their amazing stuff. Funny story: my sister did a stint of overnight stock work at Target while she was in college and she actually had to quit because it was too hard NOT to spend half her paycheck in there!
My new sister-in-law just moved to the states from Canada to marry my brother and Target is her favorite thing about America (besides my brother of course).
i love hitting up target during trips to the states! i usually leave with as much greek yogurt as i can get my paws on and a cheap jug of protein powder. and a cute top. or 17 cute tops.
you + that white dress = stunning!
Oh, another Jayme! I didn’t think there were others spelled like me :) I’m heading to Naples next weekend and cannot wait! I’m glad you’re enjoying your trip!!
Oh I LOVE Target too! It’s tough living so close to one though! Lot’s of money lost to Target! I love all your pictures! Great job on your post. Looks like you guys are having a great time in Florida. Keep it up!
I love the dishes at Target. I usually always buy a new one when I go.
I absolutely love Target too, but it’s probably for the better that you don’t have one near you- I can spend SO much money there without even realizing it. Sure a lot of the stuff is cheaper, but some of it I may not buy otherwise :)
Looks like you are having a great time, can’t wait to see your adventures in Fort Lauderdale!
Glad you’re having a good trip. You’re looking beachy!
I love Target so much, can’t ever leave there without a ton of stuff.
Sorry about the car :(
I get the same vitamins there- they’re just so cheap! I only wish they came in bigger containers so I didn’t have to get them so often ;)
I love target and those dishes I just saw when I was at home and absolutely loved!! I’m going to hope they go on clearance and get even cheaper! I used to work at Carrabba’s and in fact, it was my first job at 16. Definitely good food but a bit pricey. But I got half off everything so it wasn’t so bad!! What a neat trail. I wish more trails had fun things around them such as workout spots. Very nice post! Have a great day!!!
What a great workout! I love the various exercises they had throughout! And I concur, Target = best store ever! Stir fry looks amazing — and great that the chef was so accommodating!
Wow, your vacation looks (and sounds!) like so much fun!!
I *LOVE* Target, too! Ah, the simple pleasures in life. I forgot that Canada doesn’t have any Target stores… Well, guess I can never move there. ;-)
Fabulous day you had!
I love seeing you and Eric exercising together. Anytime we can incorporate our friends, loved ones or family in workouts is a treat in my eyes! It provides me extra energy and motivation.
Target is fun, I especially love the clearance clothing section. That sucks about the rental car, sorry. My car got hit twice in the parking lot when I lived in Florida, must be something about Florida drivers, hmmm.
Ah..Fort Lauderdale! That’s where I grew up! And yes, Target rocks!!! They have the most adorable..well, EVERYTHING!
Love your vacay posts! I feel like I am right there with ya! You also made me want stirfry in a bad way. haha!
Cute dress!
If you go back to Target, I recommend the Mossimo long and lean tanks. I have them in pretty much every color they come out with. I wear them under everything and even to work out in once in a while. Can’t beat the price!
You know that you are a super happy person when a visit to Target can make you that excited! I kinda get that way too and I have one minutes away! It is an amazing store and I did not realize that you did not have them in ON.
You guys look to be having a fabulous time and I am happy for you! Have a safe trip tomorrow!
That looks like such a fun day! I loooove your white dress by the way!
There is nothing I dislike more than an air salad! Glad the dinner salad was more fulfilling.
I love working out when I’m on vacation. I know other people think I’m crazy but it’s so relaxing when you have all the time in the world. I have the best workouts when I’m on vacation.
Target is my favorite store! I go in all the time to look around.
And so glad the chef was accommodating your needs.
I LOVE Target. Its so much fun – I could spend the whole day there and never run out of stuff to do.
Target is pretty awesome. Im suprised it hasnt made its way to Canada. We were just in Ft Lauderdale a few weeks ago, the weather was perfect. Hope you enjoy it!
dang girl, you have some self control. I am so impressed with your 1st ever target trip. I think I tried to buy the whole store the first time I went all by myself with my own money (and continue to keep buy more and more every time I go). I could live in Target!
buying* ah i hate bad spelling/grammar!
Target is amazing! Can’t believe you don’t have them in Canada, but now you know what you’re missing out on! Your vacation looks very relaxing so far! Cheers!
target is absolutely amazing…def a favorite of mine :-)
I’ve never been to Target before but obvi I need to get there ASAP!! Those plates are sooo cute! Glad you’re having a great vacation :)
Really enjoying your vaction blog….thanks for sharing.
I so wish we had Target here! SOunds like you are having an amazing time!
I love it when restaurants are accommodating, I also love your dress! Looks gorgeous on you!
glad you’re having a great time in Florida.. Target is amazing.. you can’t walk in there and expect to not buy anything.. there’s always something to get..
So glad you loved Target, it’s one of my favorite stores! When I lived in Thailand for a year, I missed it so much and I sounded just as in awe as you do when I came back to the States.
You totally inspire me to go for a run!
YAY! I am sooo glad you loved Tar-jay! …and very surprised you came out with so little. Isn’t it so fun? Now I want to sniff Halle’s scent ; )
Lol, was that your first time in Target or something? I’ve never heard someone gush so much about it!
Your Florida pictures look wonderful! While you were enjoying the flat terrain of FL, I for the first time was enjoying the hilly terrain of Parry Sound. It was my first time there. I am from Buffalo, NY but was visiting a friend. It was all HILLS for my daily runs!! I loved the challenge!
I also got to check out Fresh quickly before I hoped back on the bus for Buffalo. After reading about it here I couldn’t wait to try it. I got a delicious salad !! Thanks for writing about it!
I LOVE target, they have amazing products. Glad you got to enjoy it and hope you make there again before you leave. :O)
See you soon.
LOVE the Miromar outlets!!! My ex-boyfriend’s family had a house in Florida and I went there a couple of summers in a row.
I’m in Florida for vacation right now too!! I’m in Port Charlotte and heading to Orlando tomorrow. I so badly want to go to the meet-up on Friday but can’t :( :( :( I’ll miss you!!
Your vacation posts are making me feel like I’m on vacation! I love it!
I don’t know if there is a World Market near you in Florida, but you HAVE to check one out if spotted. I am obsessed with all of their foodie items – dishes, wine + beer, food. Love.