Here’s a fun little guide to recap a little of what I’ve discovered so far: A - Alligators You can't write about Florida without mentioning the state reptile... They are everywhere! B - Big-Na$$ Bugs They seemed to be everywhere too! C - Coastlines   Florida is the state that can boast the second-most coast in the U.S. after Alaska. However does Alaska even count? It's pretty and all, but most of the time it's a little cold for a day at the beach. D - Dinosaurs Just kidding.

Another day was meandering along coastal Route 98. Destination was Apalachicola, Florida. Apalachicola was a small settlement at the mouth of the Apalachicola River when President James Monroe appointed a Port Collector in 1822. By 1828 steamboats operated between Apalachicola and Columbus, Georgia carrying manufactured goods to upriver towns and plantations and returning with cotton destined for mills in New England and Europe. In 1836, 50,000 bales of cotton were shipped fr

They call it the Vacation Home Capital of the World... With its world-famous theme parks so close by, it's no surprise they have the perfect homes for every Florida vacation dreamer. They've got it all — from glorious 15-bedroom mansions to cozy poolside homes, lavish resorts, to family friendly hotel rooms. Most find it's so tempting a spots for bringing the whole family along or even having that family reunion. Many rent a vacation home to split their time between theme par

Almost 21 million people call Florida home. I've grown to love the Sunshine State these past few years. I’ve called Missouri home for 68 years. I love learning new things about where I visit. I was sitting in dry during a horrific rain storm and started thinking about weird facts, urban legends and other strange stuff about every State. I started doing research and found some cool and weird facts about Florida that I wanted to share... The beaches of Palm Beach County houses

Sunday I found another country church just about 6 miles from my daughter's house, Magnolia Baptist Church. It seems to have unusual bell placement I had never seen before. The Church has been there since 1873. A lot of worship & families in Christ in those 153 years! Everyone was so welcoming & accepted me as another sister in Christ. This last Sunday I was even escorted to my truck by a gentleman to make sure I got there safely. I think I'll be going back while I'm here. N

Saturday I saw more temperatures of 70's so... "Yes I "Roll On Down Toowards The Beach"! Some gravitate to the mountains, some to the field of green, some love the city and all it's lights, me I'm loving the "Beach & Water Even In January!" I ended up in Port St. Joe, Florida (Of Course... A Run By The Souvenirs Store) It was fantastic time with the restaurant serving a fantastic burger! I was rejoicing for this day with beautiful sunshine. Mother Nature gave us a beautiful

Beauty can be found everywhere if we open our eyes! Nature never goes out of style. There is beauty around every bend. I'm definitely "In my happy place!" Let your canopy be the stars in your corner of the sky... The Starry Sky As I look into the sky I see the stars and wonder why I see the big bear and little bear I see the other constellations up there The little dipper, the big dipper The dog star, the north star Morning star,and evening star The moon and the sun for light

I love me some Tropical time near the ocean. I'm enjoying my Fried Fish Filets & hush puppies... yum! Did you know that I had wanted to be a Naval Officer after college? However my family threw a fit when I pitch them my ideas. Plus I had also just met my eventual husband so as evident now... I never left for the Navy. I guess I'll watch my Popeye and be content. Few people know that Popeye’s character really existed. His real name was Frank “Rocky” Fiegel. Born in Poland in

Last November I went to my annual Dr appointment. I asked for something for my pain in my back.... 4 Ibuprofens was not really working. I am apprehensive to start the Tramadol that was prescribed. The warning are a little scary and if any thing happens then it wouldn't be the way I wanted to spend my earmarked vacation money if something goes wrong. Plus a hospital won't have the room service I was thinking about this year either. So far so good with the meds. I found the la

The mornings in Florida have been foggy. I had thought it was raining but actually it was only fog & morning dew falling from the trees. Hope your day brightens up too! Nana

Yep, I brought in the New Year in Panama City Beach, Florida this year. I loaded my truck with week worth of luggage and hit the road to a hotel & beach. It's been a a week of relaxing, exploring & eats for this ole gal. It's been fun but the time is up & it's back to my daughter & SIL's place today! Florida Vacation Still In Progress... Now Back To Your Regular Program... Nana

In San Francisco on this day in 1933, construction began on the Golden Gate Bridge, a suspension bridge that once boasted the longest main span in the world and that has been celebrated for the magnificence of its setting. I have indeed witnessed this magnificent bridge on several occasions. As mentioned many times I'm a bridge admirer from childhood. You see... my father's occupation was building bridges for Missouri roads. He taught me the admiration for these huge structur

I read that a riding motorcycle is as close as you can get to the feeling a dog has riding in his owner’s car with his head out the window. When I was on the open road, I have no cares or worries. My cellphone is on map and I do not care how many texts or messages I get. I could care less about anyone’s instagram or facebook post. It is my time to get lost in my thoughts and to enjoy the beautiful USA. When you travel in a car (which I do love as well), you are experiencing t

Today into another year I am reminded again: Mark 11:23 is a powerful verse about faith and confession that believers claim and use around the world. But the principle in this verse works in both a positive and negative sense — or to put it another way, this principle works both in the realm of God and in the realm of the devil. The word “doubt” is from the Greek word diakrinomai,  which means to hesitate, to waver, to doubt,  or to differ . In context, Jesus said that when a

"This is a time for reflection as well as celebration. As you look back on the past year and all that has taken place in your life, Remember each experience for the good that has come of it and for the knowledge you have gained. Remember the efforts you have made and the goals you have reached. Remember the love you have shared and the happiness you have brought. Remember the laughter, the joy, the hard work, and the tears. And as you reflect on the past year, also be thinkin

Though this holiday was created in 1997 as a way to take a break from celebrating the traditional winter holidays, the consumption of pork dates back thousands of years to 4900 B.C. where the Chinese domesticated pigs and preserved pork bellies with salt. This practice is believed to have made its way to the Romans and Greeks through conquests in the Middle East and by 1500 B.C. had largely impacted both production and preservation of pork in the Roman Empire. Ancient Roman’s

Yesterday was Sunday and I was sick of fast-food joints so after church I stopped at a local place in Bristol, FL that had wonderful reviews. Just down home cooking kind of a place. I am so glad I found this jewel just over the bridge into Eastern Time Zone. They serve breakfast too during the week. Adventures Everywhere! Nana