Living in Paradise

If you are on an egg hunt in South Florida, you may happen upon other colorful signs of Spring.  Be sure you know the dangers of these beauties!

Portuguese Man-O-War on the beach taken by Lauren G.  

  

These are gorgeous, but don't touch or get in the way of the tentacles that can grow up to 50 feet long!  Ouch!  Pack vinegar, just in case.  More info provided by the Florida Kiteboarding Association.

David L.'s Pineapple Garden

My green-thumbed neighbor usually shares theses gems!  Although not as severe as a sting from a Portuguese Man-O-War, they can cause allergic reactions for some.  I'll suffer through as these are dee-licious!  I can't wait for the harvest! (hint, hint)  Find out more at LiveStrong.com.

Happy Spring!

Living in Paradise

Photo by Laurie Hansen

A morning walk can be quite an adventure here in paradise.  I met this fella the other day.  This majestic Great Egret measured about waist-high and seemed to walk in slow motion as he hunted for lizards.         

How would you like to happen upon this odd creature on a morning stroll?   

Photo by Carolyn Hoffman

Read more in the original article in the Palm Beach Post by Willie Howard.

Paradise, indeed!