Five Ways to Experience Fall in Blue Ridge, Georgia

by Denise // 22 October, 2021 // No Comments

As the calendar slips into the autumn season, I long for cool fall days and all the wonderful sights and smells that fall brings. Since the Tampa area lacks any semblance of autumn, last October I planned a fall adventure... Continue reading →

Escape to the Everglades: Five Must-Do Everglades Destinations

by Denise // 12 August, 2020 // No Comments

Southeast Toyota and KOA Holiday Naples/Marco Island sponsored my family’s fun Everglades getaway. As part of our homeschool studies this past Spring, Liam and I read Escape to the Everglades. While studying the Florida history aspect of the core novel,... Continue reading →

I Love Oscar

by Denise // 14 April, 2009 // 8 Comments

With summer quickly approaching in the Sunshine State, our short-lived camping days are coming to a close. Wanting to squeeze in one more camping trip before the heat hits us, we pitched our tent at Oscar Scherer in Osprey, FL... Continue reading →

Wordless Wednesday: A Walk Through the Woods with Mom

by Denise // 25 February, 2009 // 4 Comments

These are two of my favorite photos from our camping trip two weekends ago. Continue reading →

A Crummy Camping Trip

by Denise // 19 February, 2009 // 3 Comments

My good friend, John, always tells me, “Denise, you’re not a true camper until you camp in the rain.” This past weekend, I learned that I am NOT a real camper and I will avoid camping in the rain... Continue reading →

A Camping We Will Go

by Denise // 13 November, 2008 // 18 Comments

We had a fabulous time camping with our friends at Hillsborough River State Park this past weekend. I didn’t lose any children. I dodged an allergy attack. I even avoided being attacked by a wild boar or rabid raccoon... Continue reading →