Our new friend, Steven of the Belgians, contacted me yesterday to say how much he enjoyed his visit to South Beach and how everyone seemed to be having a great time. That is why, of course, Carl Fisher invented this island LaLaLand, but Steven also had the added joy of being out on a night with Henrietta.

Warmer weather returned after a chilling two days of below-40 degree temperatures; still, we are all mindful of the terrible weather up North and count our blessings. The tourists were out in force for their early morning power walks along the beach.

This is called Playing Your Cards Right At Happy Hour (or how you leave Twist with more drink tickets than what you had when you arrived). It is a skilled game of deft hand manouvers, careful thought, and the occasional, "Look at that big bird up there!".