Bird Watching

We're young bird watchers. Ha ha.

 

Our dog Sophie is so excited when she sees squirrels. Here's one running away from the birds. Bless.



Here's the banyan tree. I had never seen one until I came to Florida.

 

Enjoying life's little things. 

Edison Park Historic District. Fort Myers Day Trip

Yesterday, we went to Fort Myers for a day trip. My fiance had a meeting there, so I came along for the ride. In the spirit of the impeding celebrations for July 4th, I wore my red dress, striped shoes, and brought my over sized purse.  

 

 

We had our lunch at Joe's Crab Shack. It's right on the marina and has a casual atmosphere, with 180 degree water views. We had an excellent view of the marina and our waitress was wonderful. My fiance had the Surf 'n' Turf burger which he loved and I had the crab salad, which was also delicious.

 

We spent some time driving around the Edison and Ford Winter Estate area. Here is a Spanish revival style church, with it's white stucco and terracotta roof tiles.

 

And a home nearby:

The Senior High School:

 

I adored this yellow house. It was situated on a corner lot, and was the perfect yellow color with the metal roof.

 

Amazing detailing on the bridge.

Windscreen shot:

 

An idyllic yellow cottage, with lots of flowers blooming.

 

Hope you enjoyed my little picture tour of the historic Edison Park district. Hope you enjoy my lunch recommendation. Also would love to know if you've been, where should we visit, or eat next time?

Inspiration 6.19

It's only Wednesday?

 

It has felt like Friday all day today.

 

Here's some inspiration for today, to love.

 

For love builds a happy home. 

 

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Hobbies

 

Have you got a hobby?

 

This year we have travelled so much that I've had a lot of time to reflect on my hobbies. It all started when I read The Happiness Project, and although I'm not as extreme as Gretchen as to discovering 'me', I sat down and wrote a list titled 'who is Kiki?'

 

Ha ha

 

I like who I am as a person; my childhood, my values, choices, morals and I strive to do my best at all times.

 

Nobodies perfect though, and one of my biggest flaws is being a people pleaser.

 

My biggest talents are homemaking related activities, decorating, cooking, cleaning, gardening, looking after children, teaching, spending time with family and pets, entertaining etc...

 

But I also enjoy learning more about our world, our differences {religion, politics}, travel and reading other blogs to get inspiration and a different view of our world.

 

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As I grow each and every year, I discover hobbies that I want to pursue, one of which is potting.

 

I'd like to start small and grow a container garden of fresh vegetables.  

 

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With health being a concern, and so much up in the air about our food these days, I'd like to grow my own.

 

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We mostly eat:

-spinach

-red onions

-peppers

-carrots for juicing

-celery for juicing

-tomatoes for sauces

 

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The whole homesteading, grow your own phase is really appealing to me.

 

Which brings me to another topic. Recycling.

 

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I lived in West Linn, a suburb of Portland Oregon for over three years and by golly, they are the most 'green friendly' attitudes I have personally experienced.

 

I'd love a neat place in my garage to recycle more, and possibly a compost heap, to downsize the amount of trash we throw out.

 

Any tips?

 

I've also always enjoyed up-cycling. Finding unloved furniture and re-furbishing it. I have done it mostly as a hobby, but because I can't keep every piece I paint, I have sold pieces here and there.

 

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Another new hobby is going to the beach. Having lived in the Pacific Northwest I went to the beach every now and then, but it was usually windy, chilly and you'd keep your socks on. But since we are in Florida for the summer this year, I've embraced weekly trips to sit on the beach, play in the sea, have a picnic, relax and catch up.

 

Life's a beach.

 

Ha ha

 

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So, I'll put on my sunscreen, and summer dresses and frolic around trying to pursue my hobbies.

 

Would love to hear yours. What hobbies do you have that develop your sense of self?

 

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