Monthly Archives: December 2009
Merry Christmas!
We wish you joy, love and peace in this Season of Light. While our friends in Denver, our home base, are enjoying a white Christmas, our snow here in Bradenton, Florida, comes in the form of vinyl snowmen. We’re happy … Continue reading
Sonya Romps in Sarasota, Florida, Parks
Today was Sonya’s day! We’re in Bradenton, on the Gulf Coast of Florida, through the holidays. Earlier this week we visited our favorite place, Ana Maria Island, and were disappointed to find out that Manatee County beaches are not dog … Continue reading
Filed under Florida, Pet Travel, Southeast USA
Manatees seek refuge at Blue Spring State Park
Manatees cast a spell over me,and I’m not sure why. At Blue Spring State Park’s manatee refuge, I couldn’t get enough of them. Manatees aren’t beautiful. These marine mammals are gray, snout-nosed, and torpedo-shaped with front flippers and a rounded … Continue reading
Filed under Florida, Southeast USA
Dog Meets Donkeys
Every RV site brings exciting adventures for our dog Sonya in the form of new critters. Today, the strange creatures were donkeys. Sonya freaked out when one of them brayed at her in full volume. She wasn’t sure what to … Continue reading
Filed under Florida, Pet Travel, RV Sites
Jacksonville Zoo Babies Grab Our Hearts
Three baby animals – a bonobo, giraffe and jaguar — lured us to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. It’s hard for us – especially David — to resist the cuteness of little creatures. And after seeing an intriguing PBS program … Continue reading
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Christmas In Snowless Florida
The dazzling Christmas display this yard in Orange City, Florida, was so bright that we just had to turn down the street to see it. This photo only captures its essence. (The yard decorations extend far beyond the frame of … Continue reading
Filed under Florida, Southeast USA
RV Site Report: Flamingo Lake RV Resort, Jacksonville, Florida
[See Personal Comments at end of this report.] With a freshwater lake as its focal point, the Flamingo Lake RV Resort offers a restful, natural setting for both destination RVers and for those traveling through northeastern Florida. Sites range from … Continue reading
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Light Parade Launches Holiday Season in Jacksonville, Florida
The Jacksonville Light Parade, which kicks off the holiday season here, turned Jacksonville Landing and the entire downtown riverfront into a magical place. I’ve always wanted to see a holiday boat parade and finally got my chance. About 40 minutes … Continue reading
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Exploring Florida Nature Trails on EcoMotion Segway Tours
Always on the lookout for a novel way to explore, we jumped at the opportunity to “hike” through the maritime forests of northeast Florida on Segways® with EcoMotion Tours. Segways are two-wheeled, battery powered vehicles that you ride standing up. … Continue reading
Filed under Florida, RV Travel, Southeast USA
