Once upon a time, society cared about how they presented themselves. Stepping out in public for any reason meant dressing well and putting your best foot forward. Now, for better or for worse, we are a culture of casual. The extreme shift does make me quite sad as I have always been a romantic and… Continue reading Dapper Day at Disney
Nestled inside a set of three, small, white home-like buildings sits the Hourglass Brewery and Tap Room. You'll find this unique, local brewery in Longwood, Florida neighboring the historic district. Really, there is no place like it in the area. Here you can enjoy a wide variety of beer brewed on-site. The Hourglass sells their… Continue reading The Hourglass Brewery: Time Well Spent
Hurricanes and tropical storms are an annual occurrence. As a Native Central Floridian, I was raised to pay attention to them, take them seriously, and be prepared. So far this season has been fairly quiet. But as any Floridian knows, the worst is yet to come. My second favorite time of year is approaching,… Continue reading Another Summer, Another Hurricane
A few weeks ago I wrote about the potential Central Florida Zoo expansion. I am happy to report that the Seminole County Commissioners approved the purchase of the land required to make the expansion possible! Here is the Orlando Sentinel article about it. Great news for Central Florida! And here is my original post "Just… Continue reading Just Keep Growing Part Two: Central Florida Zoo Expansion
The Breakfast Club of Casselberry is not a gourmet establishment, nor is it meant to be. It offers a small hometown experience in an Orlando suburb. It is casual and country, and I like it that way. Sometimes I want a reminder that Florida has some Southern, country culture to be found, and that's what… Continue reading Casually Country: Breakfast Club of Casselberry
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
It may not be the most attended of Disney’s theme parks, but it is very dear to me. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the largest of the Disney parks and could be considered the most underrated. The wild child of the Disney theme park family, offers unique entertainment, a few thrilling rides, and distinctive details not… Continue reading Appreciation for Animal Kingdom
A large breakfast was in order. As my battle with pneumonia continues, the doctor advised me to eat well prior to each dose of the antibiotic. And so on my way home from the doctor, I decided to try a new "mom and pop" cafe. Max and Meme Cafe sits along Longwood, FL's 434. The… Continue reading Max & Meme Cafe: Longwood, FL
This is a great video about Cedar Key. In fact, someone very special to me is in it. If you know who it is please do not disclose or comment about who it is. Cedar Key really is a great, relaxed placed to visit. Related articles A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key (thisfloridalife.com) A Salty… Continue reading
Harry Potter cast his spell. The world waited on the edge of their seats as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (WWHP) was set to open. When it opened this new land changed theme parks forever. Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure already offered exciting thrill rides and technologically advanced wonders such as the Amazing Adventures of… Continue reading How Harry Potter Changed Theme Parks Forever
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