In Southwest Florida Fall Means Festivals

There is almost always something to do in Bonita Springs but this weekend was ridiculous with the events on schedule which included Riverfest and the Swamp Buggy Parade just down the road in Naples, Florida. 

October and November are usually the kick off …

The Downtown Landmark of Old Bonita Springs

The Banyan Tree has been around since 1921.  It was planted when Bonita Springs had a boom to the area in the late 1920’s.  It’s been standing tall ever since.  It’s across the street from the Riverside Park Band Shell …

It’s Almost Like She’s Smiling

Halloween Megastore Moves into Blockbuster Building 2010

The Halloween store was only here for one year, 2010.  This space is now Royal Shell Real Estate.

It’s worth a trip up there just too see how many costumes and Halloween related items they jammed in this store.  If you’re …

Red Magnolia Seeds in Bonita Bay

A question I’ve heard by visitors and residents of Bonita Springs and Southwest Florida is, “Don’t you miss the seasons?”  We actually do have seasons, but they’re just not blatantly obvious and we don’t have to shovel the winter season.

We have …

Orchids & Bromeliads  in Southwest Florida Homes

Here’s an insider secret: I have a pretty bad track history with orchids.  I also leave the bromeliads to the others. There are some wild ones growing out back which I admire and do not touch. My touch usually is the kiss …

The Pompeii II at Positano Place Naples, Florida

In the heart of Naples, Florida at Positano Place is a lovely one bedroom, one bath residence. Top floor unit with "solarium" sitting area for extra room. Enjoy lovely appointments which include 18" tile throughout the main living area, warm wood …

The Community of Bonita Bay & It’s Amenities

For the last few weeks I’ve been enjoying the running paths of Bonita Bay and nearly every I’m am there I can’t resist a picture with my phone.  If you’re wondering why I have my phone with me, it’s because it …

The Colors of Fall in Florida

It sort of looks like a squash flower and it grows on a vine.  It’s probably only a random weed but I notice things. I’m on my feet a lot and make my way all over town.  The last few months …