Author Archives: Suzanne

The Forgotten Coast

Posted on August 18, 2017

Abandon your type-A personality and prepare to unwind on Highway 98. This is the Forgotten Coast, where a slow drive, a beautiful sunset and sipping a cold beer on the back porch is the most excitement you’ll want to have … Continue reading →

Posted in florida's coasts | Tagged Apalachicola, Cape San Blas, coastal living, Coombs House Inn, Drive Florida, Florida Bed & Breakfast, Florida Oysters, Florida Road Trip, Florida Seafood, Forgotten Coast, Highway 98, Oysters, Port St. Joe, Sand Dunes, Seafood Industry, Southern Living, undeveloped and unspoiled, White Sand Beaches | 8 Comments

America’s Happiest Seaside Town

Posted on July 29, 2017

In 2016, Southern Living Magazine readers voted Stuart, Florida “America’s Happiest Seaside Town.” It ranked above some amazing coastal towns in California, Oregon, Maine and the Carolina’s’ to earn that distinction. I imagine the voting criteria included things like, location, … Continue reading →

Posted in florida, florida's coasts, travel | Tagged active life, art and culture, beach life, casual living, coastal living, feed the soul, good living, happy places, leisurely life, outdoor life, retirement life, seaside towns, slow down, small towns, southern charm, where to retire | 8 Comments

Showcasing Our Photos

Posted on July 22, 2017

As an introduction to those of you who might be stopping by for the first time; our blog is about our experience as early retirees. We live comfortably in our home in South Florida, travel often and share a variety … Continue reading →

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About Our Photographs

Posted on July 18, 2017

In between road trips around Florida and extended travels, Malcolm and I have a laundry list of home improvement projects and family obligations that fill our time. It is also nice to be part of an active community, where we … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Gold Coast

Posted on July 7, 2017

Next in our series of how Florida’s Coasts got their names, is the Gold Coast. You might notice a bit of overlapping on the map, but for the most part, the Gold Coast consists of Miami/Dade and Broward Counties. There was … Continue reading →