Logically, I did not only gain a husband, but a whole new family, including a nephew. Said nephew lives in Alabama, and was the reason for a road trip (twice in a week) to pick him up for a week long Florida vacation. The first time I went to Jacksonville, I took a room in a downtown hotel. I had read the reviews online and most people were indignant about the lack of pool (though it was stated on the hotel page)… this is because in fact, in the South, it is almost mandatory for hotels (and one quickly understands why). I was able to enjoy the pools of the friends’ hotels, and the one of the Super 8 in Troy, Alabama… and I must say that I appreciate quite a lot!