Some of our greatest friends and travel buddies from our time in Tanzania were the Clendinens...oh, the memories the nine of us made driving on safari, going to Zanzibar, and visiting historical locations in East Africa. Well, getting together again, after not seeing each other for more than 3 years, has been exciting, and Craig took us on an amazing historical tour of Ybor City in Tampa today. That man knows his stuff, and even the trolley car driver said, "he knows what he's talking about."
This was our greeting when we walked in the door at their home. So sweet.
Sissi was so excited to see her old friend!
Today, on the trolley in Ybor City.
My Gwangi.
The trolley car conductor.
The adults.
The famous Columbia Restaurant, that has been around 111 years serving traditional Spanish and Cuban food in this area.
A location that was near and dear to Indy's heart, he really loves Teddy Roosevelt.
Our menu at the Columbia...I got the half and half, so half a traditional Cuban sandwich and half a traditional 1905 salad. Amazing!
Waiting for our lunch to arrive.
Our waiter, mixing the salad.
Here you go, the half and half!
This restaurant is the location of the meeting of the Krewe of Ybor City. Our friend, Craig, used to be a member and so was telling us all about it.
We love them bunches and will miss them as we depart tomorrow for Ft. Myers. As I write this, the kids are all making new memories and playing at the park. We'll be ready for another round of memory making in 4 years.
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