Overheard: Dang, Grandma Was HOT!

First of all, I know I’ve been away for a while. I’ve never, in years of blogging, not written for this long. Not this long for my blog and not this much time off from the paper. My plate has been full and …

Not Bonita Beach, Florida

It’s exactly this type of beach that drives people to Southwest Florida to find beaches that are warm, blue and not covered in ice. I drove past this sign and thought, beach? Brrr. Count me out! I can’t wait to get back to …

Bobcat in Bonita Springs Looking for LBD!

This little rascal is one of a few that live in a preserve near my home in Bonita Springs, Florida. This was in the middle of the day which is unusual. They’re usually spotted when the sun is …

Where Ever You Go There You Are

When people move to Florida from a northern state, some have a difficult time making the adjustment. It is an adjustment to a new atmosphere, new climate, new elevation, new humidity. While we do have seasons in Southwest Florida, they’re just …

And Don’t Forget to Make a Wish

This may be one of the most trying years some folks will have to find something to be thankful for. So much has drastically changed for so many in such a short time. If someone would have told you ten years …

Two Laborers From Dog Patch USA

My parents were hard workers. I couldn’t think of better poster children for Labor Day than the two of them. They were farmers, like as in milking cows, herding cattle, we had pet raccoons, raised chickens, kind of farmers. They were …

Are You Looking at Me?

The sun was going down and I was rushing so I didn’t realize the depth of field of my little friends. It at least gives you the chance to see those baby birdie feathers up close. 

The baby …

Yes, Drill Sergeant!

It only looks like they’re gawking and smiling at skirts. I don’t think they were prepared for my style of stalkarazzi photography. I’m a little worried that if they see that picture they’ll make me “drop and give ‘em twenty”. I’m hoping that their “little …

Take This With You Over The Weekend

Be nice today. Be nice tomorrow. Just be nice, OK? It is shockingly easy for people to be mean, anymore. Go be nice, say something nice, do something nice, hug someone, tell someone you love them. Smile. I …