A few pics from some relaxing time in a friend's beach house in Galveston.

The pic of the flower is actually from a Papaya tree that grew in our back yard. The fruit grew quite large. We made an interesting little discovery (at least for us) the other day. We made a papayas /soy smoothie and put the left overs in the fridge. After a few hours it resembled creamy jello. With a dab of whipped creme we could see a kid's healthy delight! We looked up a bit about papaya and it has a special enzyme (the only plant that does) that aids people with cystic fibrosis and pancreas problems. I suggested to Maya that they put in a green house up there in Joplin and start a few for Valorie! I just successfully transplanted a 3 ft. tree here so I can make the first tree donation!
A cheerful note from Houston. It was actually cool last night! Autumn is finally showing itself.