Yesterday I came across a comment on thisfloridalife that delighted me. This little blog of mine was selected by MuddyMommy as a "Blog on Fire"! It is my first blog award, so I am very thankful and honored! Essentially, there are blog awards throughout the blogosphere. Fellow bloggers and other folks nominate blogs that inspire… Continue reading Florida Heat: Blog on Fire Award
My husband and I sank our teeth in the dark pink flesh of watermelon. The sweet, sticky juice dripped down our chins and onto our fingers. I enjoyed the cool taste of Summer. Moments later, I wrapped the remaining slices in plastic and began placing them in the refrigerator. Suddenly, it hit me. For so… Continue reading Seasons Come and Seasons Go
Faithful followers and friendly folks who are just browsing thisfloridalife, lend me your opinions. I crave your input. Last night my husband and I popped into Universal Studios. We had a great evening as the excitement of being new passholders has not yet worn off. After enjoying the Cinematic Spectacular, and a spin on… Continue reading A Matter of Perspective
I have never been one to jump onto a social trend just for the sake of being a part of the in crowd. One of the trends that I do think is worth taking part in is the "farm to table" movement. Sadly, I have taken my time in enjoying the fruits of this trend.… Continue reading Tales of a Farmers’ Market Virgin
Disclaimer: This post was written in 2012. Sadly the Lone Palm Airport bar no longer offers Happy Hour. But it's still one of my favorite places in Orlando and this post is a snapshot of the day my husband and I became Universal Orlando Annual Passholders because we enjoyed ourselves too much at Lone Palm.… Continue reading A Very Happy Hour at Margaritaville
The Sunshine State is not holding true to its namesake today. It seems this week will be a soggy one. What can I say? Florida is a peninsula after all, we get a fair share of tropical weather. While my friends and colleagues often moan and groan at the sight of grey skies and… Continue reading Remorse for the Rain – Orlando in the rain
Another Saturday night, another debate. Yet again, the desire to go dancing at Universal Citywalk enticed me. My husband, however, had to work the next morning and preferred a more low-key evening. And so, we ventured to Sanford, Florida. Certainly, there are parts of Sanford that I would not send my worst enemy to, but… Continue reading Sanford Saturday Night
It was a tiring, emotionally exhausting work week. My husband faced some challenges of his own. The events of last night in Colorado infected my mind. I felt overwhelmed. And it is in times like these that I thank God, or whatever name you prefer for a high power, that I live in Florida.… Continue reading Counting my Blessings on this Florida Friday
It is a very rare occasion that a 30 mile commute on Interstate 4 can be enjoyable. Today was one of those occasions. And here now is the formula for making such an occasion possible. STEP ONE: Get out of work early! I am very blessed to work for a company that offers half day… Continue reading A Refreshing Commute Home
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