Florida Fotos

Get a taco and a tattoo - right here!

2012-01-28T14:18:00.000-05:00

Waiting patiently!

2012-01-26T15:11:00.000-05:00

Fun on Lake Eustis - January 2012

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Tilt-a-light

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Barbeque shack on Highway 42 - central Florida

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No Trespassing!

2012-01-18T14:38:00.000-05:00

...but why would anyone want to trespass here?

Olivia's Coffeehouse & Bistro - Eustis, Florida

2012-01-16T20:07:00.000-05:00

A couple of years ago, while visiting the small town of Eustis which is located northwest of Orlando, we stumbled onto a wonderful small cafe in the downtown area. It was Olivia's Coffeehouse & Bistro. Olivia wasn't on duty at the time, but we were made to feel welcome and enjoyed some excellent food and drink. We also posted a few photos of the cafe.

Last week, we visited Eustis again and this time headed directly to Olivia's. The place was jammed. Best of all, Olivia was present and greeted us warmly and consented to having her photo taken.

If you are ever in Eustis, please stop by Olivia's. We can guarantee you will not be disappointed. Perhaps you'll also enjoy the "music & more" that Olivia's advertises.

You can learn all you need to know about Olivia's by clicking here.

Florida gator...

2012-01-14T16:40:00.000-05:00

...at the Oaks Mall, Gainesville

Goat Hill, Davie, Florida

2012-01-12T18:39:00.000-05:00

A Florida Sunset

2012-01-11T16:33:00.000-05:00

Hiding from the bad guys...

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...on a warm afternoon in Plantation, Florida...

Vultures - looking for food...

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Landing at the Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale airport...

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...right through orange clouds!

Little girl fishing - south Florida

2012-01-04T15:29:00.001-05:00

Photo by Lois Anne.

What? Where am I?

2012-01-04T09:13:00.003-05:00

This photo was cross-posted at Images - The Art of Photography.

Florida Fotos on hiatus ...

2011-10-05T10:22:00.000-04:00

This blog is currently on "vacation." Photographs of Florida will be posted on our Ocala (Florida) Photos blog.

Horse trailers moseying down a country lane...

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...are a common sight in north central Florida.

The Two Rivers Inn in Dunnellon, Florida...

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...portrays a playful spirit!

Micanopy, Florida - the Antique town

2011-10-02T18:02:00.000-04:00

A sad end to an old home in Dunnellon's historic district

2011-10-01T18:04:00.000-04:00

Rails to Trails - Inverness, Florida

2011-09-30T18:08:00.001-04:00

This is a bike/jog/walk trail laid on top of an old railroad bed. It is part of the Rails to Trails program across the United States. I believe this trail goes about 50 miles. We have ridden bikes 10 miles north and back.

Florida Flora

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Antique shop - Micanopy

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The Rainbow River - central Florida

2011-09-25T18:02:00.000-04:00

Stumpknocker's Restaurant...

2011-09-23T17:22:00.000-04:00

...located on the Withlacoochee River. View from the river. Stumpknocker's is a favorite restaurant of the people in central Florida.

Downtown Inverness, Florida

2011-09-21T18:02:00.001-04:00

Is it real?

2011-09-19T17:54:00.000-04:00

An iconic central Florida house in the woods

2011-09-17T18:06:00.000-04:00

Idle truck wasting away

2011-09-15T18:28:00.000-04:00

Found this in Micanopy, Florida. It's been located in the same spot for several years; just rotting away.

My Favorite Things - Dunnellon, Florida

2011-08-22T18:02:00.000-04:00

When I took this photo, it appeared the place was going out of business. Hopefully, someone has stepped in to take it over. We'll check the next time we're in Dunnellon.

Equine Photographer - north central Florida

2011-08-19T18:06:00.000-04:00

Horse trail - Inverness, Florida

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Dog taking owner for a walk - North Central Florida

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Grumbles House - Dunnellon, Florida

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Interstate Highway 75 - near Tampa, Florida

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It was so hot the road started to smoke.

Bistro - Inverness, Florida

2011-08-10T18:03:00.000-04:00

The new Citrus County Courthouse

2011-08-08T22:01:00.000-04:00

The previous two posts featured the old Citrus County Courthouse which now functions as a museum. Just a few blocks away is located the new courthouse, a more modern and functional building.

The old Citrus County Courthouse...

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...this is a side view of the courthouse shown on our last post. The old courthouse has been converted into a museum.

The old Citrus Country Courthouse...

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...today, it is a ... (see our next post)...

Old train station - Inverness

2011-08-04T18:02:00.000-04:00

This old station was renovated some time ago and made into a restaurant. The restaurant, unfortunately, didn't make it. It now stands empty.

The Old Florida Cafe - Micanopy

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A flaming flamingo fancies a wheel in the forest...

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And the message is - bloom where you're planted (if you can!)

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Scary Tim!

2011-07-31T18:05:00.002-04:00

Can you see Tim in the window. Scary! Looks like he's ready to shoot! He is, he is! He did, he did! He took your picture!

Walk along the water - Inverness, Florida

2011-07-30T17:45:00.000-04:00

Egret at work

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Found...in an antique shop, Micanopy, Florida

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Deco Cafe - Inverness, Florida

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On the phone and waiting

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Cat reflected in antique shop - Micanopy, Florida

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Typical old Florida house - Dunnellon, Florida

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Antiques in Micanopy

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Cadillac - an American icon

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Some things can drive one right up the wall!

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Spotted in Micanopy, Florida.

The Rainbow River - central Florida

2011-06-21T07:19:00.000-04:00

Biker - Dunnellon, Florida

2011-06-20T08:14:00.000-04:00

Winter light on Florida pond

2011-06-19T06:44:00.000-04:00

Jacksonville Boardwalk ...

2011-06-18T08:14:00.001-04:00

...on the St. John's River. This photo was taken in 1988 B.D. (Before Digital). The building housed a restaurant (among other things) at that time.

Carriage - St. Augustine

2011-06-17T07:58:00.000-04:00

This photo was taken in the late 80s B.D. (Before Digital).

Road signs - Williston, Florida

2011-06-16T08:18:00.000-04:00

Kite flying - Davie, Florida

2011-06-15T05:45:00.000-04:00

Reflection in the Withlacoochee River

2011-06-14T06:16:00.000-04:00

Jesus Rules

2011-06-12T06:58:00.000-04:00

You may wish to enlarge this photo to see the writing more clearly. On the left is a sticker of the National Rifle Association. There's also a statement about how this country was made great by immigrants "who learned English." That's not true, but people like this live in their own fantasy world.

Water Lily pads - south Florida

2011-06-11T07:39:00.001-04:00

Florida doggie port-a-potty

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Fishing in the Withlacoochee River

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The Withlacoochee River - Central Florida

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A squirrely character!

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Enjoying the day - Inverness, Florida

2011-06-06T09:59:00.000-04:00

Pick "it" up...

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...but you might want to use a rubber glove!

A Florida Bottle Tree

2011-06-02T17:49:00.000-04:00

Small pond - South Florida...

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Would you rather be a little fish in big pond or a big fish in a little pond?

Florida Flora

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Micanopy, Florida

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The road leading to Micanopy.

Coming in to town.

Main Street.

Micanopy cat.

Micanopy, an old settlement in north central Florida, is located about 35 miles north of Ocala. It is now a well-known antique center and often hosts thousands of visitors on the weekends. This is also the town where the movie, "Doc Hollywood," starring Michael J. Fox was filmed.

Stumpknockers...

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...a famous restaurant on the Withlacoochee River...

An Icon of Altamonte Springs

2011-05-28T18:19:00.000-04:00

We have been visiting Altamonte Springs, a suburb of Orlando, for the past five years. The blue building in the background of this photo has not visibly changed during that time. From what I've been told, it is owned by a conservative Christian businessman who wants to operate a conservative Christian radio station from the building. But he wants people to donate money to pay for it. Evidently, he has not received the necessary donations.

So, there it sits. Unfinished. Rather an eyesore up close, but an icon of the Altamonte Springs area in that it can been seen from a variety of vantage points.

Florida Spring Flora

2011-05-27T18:35:00.000-04:00

Legacy Baptist Church...

2011-05-26T17:55:00.000-04:00

...located in the Leesburg, Florida mall...

Williston, Florida - a tale of a town with two water towers...

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Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club

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The Hilton - Gainesville, Florida

2011-05-23T20:26:00.000-04:00

The Hilton Inn is located adjacent to the University of Florida which makes it a convenient place to stay for parents of students and other visiting dignitaries...

One can go far on this machine!

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Old railroad station...

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...turned into an insurance agency - Williston, Florida

Dining out in the Orlando area

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The Ivy House Restaurant - Williston, Florida

2011-05-19T17:21:00.000-04:00

While we have not eaten here, The Ivy House Restaurant is said to provide an excellent dining experience.

Florida Spring Flowers

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Scenes from Uptown Park - Altamonte Springs

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Romano's Macaroni Grill - Gainesville

2011-05-16T18:28:00.003-04:00

Macaroni Grill is a chain of restaurants featuring Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. It's one of our favorite places to eat. Unfortunately, there is no Macaroni Grill in Ocala as yet, so we must travel about 45 miles to the nearest one in Gainesville, Florida.

Please note this shot features just a small portion of the restaurant.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - Williston, Florida

2011-05-15T19:48:00.002-04:00

...aka a Mormon church.

The Old Florida Cafe - Micanopy, Florida

2011-05-14T07:48:00.000-04:00

A Florida Gator ...

2011-05-11T15:05:00.002-04:00

...found this guy in Gainesville, the home of the University of Florida (the Gators). For some reason I don't think this photo will be very popular in Tallahassee, the home of Florida State University (the Seminoles).

Altamonte Springs - Uptown Park

2011-05-10T19:44:00.000-04:00

Florida reflections - Orlando

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Davie, Florida sunset

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Altamonte Springs water tower towering over the trees!

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Williston, Florida - Home to Foolish Pleasure

2011-05-06T17:38:00.000-04:00

With the running of the Kentucky Derby tomorrow afternoon, it seemed appropriate to post this photo congratulating Williston's Foolish Pleasure for his win back in 1975.

Photo by Lois Anne.

Williston, Florida - City Hall

2011-05-05T16:43:00.000-04:00

Sing little redwing, sing a song...

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Happy Florida goats

2011-05-03T20:25:00.002-04:00

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

2011-05-02T18:10:00.000-04:00

This sign, referencing an aeronautical university caught my attention. I'd never heard of Embry-Riddle and knew nothing about it but was immediately suspicious. My suspicions were unfounded. It is a fully-accredited institution with residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida and Prescott, Arizona! It also has 170 other campuses of which this is one. The original Embry-Riddle was the forebearer of American Airlines.

It's a fascinating story and you can read all about it here.