Welcome to Ani's Beach (aka Flamingo Cay)!  Brian and I headed to the beach first thing during our first morning at Flamingo.  We made a campfire ring, gathered some firewood, and pitched our backpacking tent to provide Ani some shade.  We wanted the scene set so that everyone could enjoy the beach throughout the day and into the evening. [caption id="attachment_8523" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Ashley & Ani[/caption] That day everyone explored and relaxed... [caption id="attachment_8525" align="aligncenter" width="4000"] Ashley & Ani visit Grandpa Don[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8526" align="aligncenter" width="4000"] Me, Tania, Ashley, & Ani hiking with Shellee (our photographer) to the shrimp pools.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8529" align="aligncenter" width="3000"] Red shrimp, or should we say...appetizer?[/caption] The fishing posse returned!!  And they were successful! [caption id="attachment_8532" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Ren stands by while Bailey inspects the conch[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8534" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Brian & Jamel with their hog fish[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8533" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Ray & Genna[/caption] What a spectacular spread for supper at Ani's Beach! [caption id="attachment_8535" align="aligncenter" width="3888"] Hummus, risotto, coleslaw, couscous salad, collard greens, cornbread, and of course cookies and s'mores for dessert.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8537" align="aligncenter" width="3888"] Ray, Ren & Brian fire up the grill[/caption] [caption id="attachment_8536" align="aligncenter" width="4000"] Jamel, Brian, & Ren - these boys love bugs![/caption] [caption id="attachment_8538" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Ray unveils his spicy grouper[/caption]   [caption id="attachment_8539" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Hog Fish seasoned with sour orange, salt, & pepper[/caption] Winding down after a stellar day...Ray, Jamel, and Ren share a jam session, unplugged. [caption id="attachment_8541" align="aligncenter" width="1936"] Shellee, Genna, & Brian[/caption]    

1. From stephanie on Apr 08, 2014
   Phyllis, thanks! I've been a bit behind the times but should be cranking out some more stories soon...have fun feeding the pigs, and watch out they can really MOVE!

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2. From Brian Schmoyer on Mar 29, 2014
   Looks like you guys had a great party, Nice hog fish guys!

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3. From Phyllis Pardee on Mar 19, 2014
   I so enjoy keeping up with your cruising posts! Great pictures!!! We are at Big Majors!!

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