Welcome New Floridians
This site started on the Tenth Anniversary of our moving to Florida. Ten years came and went pretty quickly. We have learned a lot in those years and have made some mistakes along the way. Our goal is to try to help new Florida residents, and those thinking about relocating here, profit from our experience.
The articles are set up with a variety of categories, so you can look for whatever interests you. We are open to suggestions to improve the site and will try to answer any questions asked.
Our Articles
Sunsets
Living on the west coast of Florida, we are able to enjoy stunning sunsets almost every day.
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Just another day in Paradise
It’s hard to beat sunset at the beach, especially with your favorite person.
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A Florida Icon
The best advice about alligators is to leave them alone.
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Sparrow in Trouble
We have experienced heavy rains recently, and have not filled our bird feeders. In between the periods of rain, the birds did eat just about all of the seeds. What remained became hard packed at the bottom of the feeder. This has happened before and just requires a...
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Staycation
Not long after we moved to Florida, we were told you won’t want to go elsewhere for vacation. How true. This state has so many places to see and enjoy, there is little need to go elsewhere. New Floridians will soon discover the wide range of things to do in the...
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Birders Paradise
Florida is home to many species of birds, as well as bird who winter in the state.
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Summertime
Turn up the air conditioning, summer has arrived in Florida. The weather forecast is pretty much the same all summer: hot and humid. The photo above is an actual graphic from a Tampa TV station. Of course, summer is also tropical storm and hurricane season; that can...
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Pool Responsibility
Drowning is the leading cause of death in children under five in the state of Florida, a horrible statistic. Last year, 228 children aged 12 or younger drowned here, more than any other state. I find that a chilling statistic. Most, if not all of these senseless...
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Sarasota National Cemetery
Memorial Day 2013 Photographs below were made at the Sarasota National Cemetery. The new 295-acre national cemetery was built to serve veterans’ needs for the next 50 years. The cemetery is located in Sarasota County along State Road 72 and approximately four miles...
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Baby’s First Portrait
OK, all together now, everyone say: “Ahhh, isn’t that cute”. One of our little owls started poking his head out of the box last evening. I was able to get this photo at dusk, as the mosquitoes were nipping at me. Both of our young owls are doing fine. The mother...
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Gator Love Song
Is this alligator smiling? In the Merry Merry Month of May… Florida alligators are looking for love. This is the time of year the big males move from place to place, looking for a mate. Since the gators really have no predators, they come and go as they please. During...
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Buying a Foreclosure
Florida has its share of homes that are in foreclosure. Many folks looking for a less expensive way to move to the Sunshine State may consider buying a distressed property. Are they really a good deal? FOG has some opinions, read on… FOG’s opinion #1: Banks are...
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