One of three colorful lifeguard stands at Homestead Bayfront Park – this one by Romero Britto. The atoll pool is perfect for swimming with kids or a scenic picnic. If being waited on is more your style, La Playa Grill serves good food and has a great view of the beach and bay. The park is located adjacent to Biscayne National Park.
Winter car shows are a common sight in South Florida.
Photos can simply not do justice to this inspired exhibition by Carola Bravo. A triumph of layered multimedia, created by an artistic visionary, Blurred Borders focuses on the themes of migration and immigration. Capturing the soul of those who transition from one place to another, Carola, an immigrant herself, was inspired by Jacob Lawrence’s Migration Series. Seeing the series will move you emotionally and make you think. I am sorry to report it will only be at the Frost until the end of February, but I feel confident we will see it again. It’s too important a work not to attract significant attention. Check out Carola’s website for better visuals and more info: http://www.carolabravo.com/
Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Cottage in Coconut Grove.
Pinecrest Magazine.Top10. January 2016
Pick a day and check out some of the area’s great history. You might be surprised what’s just around the corner . . .
In my recent article for Pinecrest Lifestyle Magazine we spotlight some well-known and some not-so-known sites. You can also get an idea of the impact of The Villagers, a local historic preservation group celebrating “50 Years of Saving Places” this year. Full disclosure – I am a member, and love that I learn something new every time I’m around that talented. knowledgeable group.
Find out more about The Villagers: http://www.thevillagersinc.org
Hard to believe the week is over and we are headed back to the USA. It’s been a terrific trip! Using the MOVES app on my iPhone, it registers we have walked in excess of 110,000 steps, which translates to about 55 miles. We believe it – we never walked so much; basically all day and then, all evening.
Our last stop, in Frankfurt, involved a few uneventful changes on the train and a more eventful trip to actually find the city
market. Once we did, we were glad to have made the effort. It was incredibly jam-packed with a well-dressed crowd of all ages and an impressive array of food offerings. At this market the ratio of food to décor seemed to be about 80/20. It was beautiful with lots of lights and the section in the historic area was particularly interesting. Lots of fun to people watch and sample of final treats of the trip.
In summary, we are now totally in the Christmas spirit and hope it will last, as we head back to our own pre-holiday chaos.
To all my readers – Merry Christmas!!
Karen & Sarah, Strasbourg.
