Month: January 2017

A Busy and Cold Weekend Here in Florida. Let’s Look at Moss Park Pix Again!

Lately I’ve been ready to head back out at each opp to see some new beautiful corner of Florida. Or revisit a familiar spot. Not happenin’ this weekend. It’s too cold and I’ve got too many tasks demanding attention. Way too many, truth be… Continue Reading “A Busy and Cold Weekend Here in Florida. Let’s Look at Moss Park Pix Again!”

Moss Park in Southern Orange County is a Lovely Spot

Just got back from a two day camp. Moss Park this time. If you’re familiar with greater Orlando, you know that’s just a bit east of our airport and that the Lake Nona area has grown up around the park. Yes, Moss Park pre-dates… Continue Reading “Moss Park in Southern Orange County is a Lovely Spot”

Jim’s Place in Elkton Florida For Pizza and Fine Country Fare

I was in Elkton last October for an event at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds and noticed Jim’s Place. Elkton is not a big town by any stretch of the imagination and Jim just about has it locked up, as far as the restaurant… Continue Reading “Jim’s Place in Elkton Florida For Pizza and Fine Country Fare”

You Do Have to See Silver Springs State Park to Get It!

Just got back from a two day camping excursion to Silver Springs State Park near Ocala and had an awesome time! Silver Springs State Park is the newest gem in Florida’s state park system and I’m glad it’s been added. As many of you… Continue Reading “You Do Have to See Silver Springs State Park to Get It!”

This Amazing View of Tonight’s Full Moon Is Brought to You By…

Many of you know I’m passionate about pix. Amateur photography is such an awesome thing. Tonight’s full moon is so beautiful. This photo is the first time I’ve ever done a “moon shot” with any cam other than a cell phone. I like the… Continue Reading “This Amazing View of Tonight’s Full Moon Is Brought to You By…”

Triple Trimble Tuesday!

Well, it is Tuesday. And I do want to send along one more photo that features the beauty of Orange County’s Trimble Park. Okay, maybe two. Good shot of the meeting of Lake and Sky first. And then another sunset pic. I like the… Continue Reading “Triple Trimble Tuesday!”

Another Shot or Two from Trimble Park.

There must be thirty or forty docks at the park. No, that’s not an exaggeration! A view of a dock or two. This huge lake is Lake Griffin. Call Orange County Parks and Rec if you’d like to book or need info such as… Continue Reading “Another Shot or Two from Trimble Park.”

Trimble Park, Orange County’s Best-Kept Secret

If you like to do outdoor stuff, let me recommend you overnight at Trimble Park in Tangerine. (That’s the tiny town after Zellwood but before Mt. Dora!) I just wrapped up a one-dayer stay at Trimble Park and I am one happy camper! I… Continue Reading “Trimble Park, Orange County’s Best-Kept Secret”

One of Life’s Unsolved Mysteries–KFC and Gravy

Seriously, folks! Why is it that the gravy served with those mashed potatoes at KFC is frickin’ beef gravy? Why can’t you at least ask for a chicken-based gravy to go with those not-that-great mashed taters! Bulldog just cannot understand how this came to… Continue Reading “One of Life’s Unsolved Mysteries–KFC and Gravy”

First Watch is First Choice for Good Grub in Longwood

I found myself driving past First Watch one cold, dreary December morning recently and jumped at the chance to let someone else take care of breakfast. I had spent a very wet night camping nearby at Wekiva Springs State Park and was not up… Continue Reading “First Watch is First Choice for Good Grub in Longwood”