You know we should enjoy the simple things in life. For example, there is a large tropical hibiscus by the parking lot close to where I park. It just seems perfect to me that it’s a peach hibiscus bush. The other day it was covered in flowers.
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Sunset in the Trees
Sometimes life gives us presents. We’re in the right place at the right time. A colorful sunset in the trees was such a present. Enjoy.
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The Many Lakes of Lakeland
When you drive around Lakeland, you pass lots of lakes. The City of Lakeland says that there are a total of 38 named lakes within City limits as well as numerous smaller lakes. Sizes among the 38 named lakes range from 2.5 acres (Lake Blanton) to 2,272 acres (Lake Parker) of which 17 are natural and 21 are man-made. Lake Parker is the large lake behind my condo development. Today I’m sharing a few photos of another lake I passed in my drives.
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A Cold Day in Lakeland, Florida
We’ve had some cold days here in central Florida as northern weather systems come south. Yes, I know by northern standards, it’s not really cold. To residents of Florida who have adapted to lots of heat, it is cold. Luckily most days we still have deep blue skies and white clouds. Right now I am recovering from an extremely hard day yesterday moving. It was filled with errors from morning ’til night. I’m in my fluffy robe, in a recliner at an Air B & B in Lakeland. I’m not really closed on either property (house nor condo) even though it seemed I signed a thousand documents yesterday. There is a form for final lender approval on buyer of my house that has not been received. Last night I heard it is hoped to be finalized by 2 this afternoon. That was the first error. I won’t go into my tale of woe any further. A truck filled to the brim with my belongings sits ready to come to Lakeland and I am paying for daily rental. My painter who was supposed to start on the condo yesterday afternoon went to his next job and will work on my unit part-time. The cleaner and handy man are waiting for word they will help tomorrow. And I sit.
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A Walk in a Park By The Gulf of Mexico
I’ve been very stressed lately with all that I have to do with moving. Nothing relaxes me like walking along the shore of body of a water, like the Gulf of Mexico. These photos were taken in a local park. Next year we’ll explore the lakes in my new home.
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A Glorious South Florida Sunset
Today’s photos are courtesy of my friend Beverly.
Life is very hectic this week as I try to please both the requirements of selling my house and the actions necessary in buying the condo. Almost daily I review and initial addendums or changes to the condo contract. Yesterday I spent the morning having two inspections of my house for the buyer. I have driven 2 hours each way to Lakeland last Saturday and again Tuesday. Tuesday I attended the inspection of the condo. To say I’m not taking photos is an understatement. Thanks to Beverly for sharing her incredibly colorful sunset. Enjoy!
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Gulf Sunset on the Beach
Just a few shots of a sunset locally on a Gulf of Mexico beach. For those who celebrate Thanksgiving, Happy Thanksgiving. For everyone, I wish you joy and peace.
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October Fall Color in Michigan
Today’s photos are courtesy of my friend Pat in the greater Detroit area. He drove to northern Michigan to see the colorful trees. Thanks for sharing Pat!
Unlike Florida, last month the leaf colors were amazing in Michigan. Enjoy!
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