The Wandering Disciple

Lake Wales, Florida: A city built by the railroad, the City of Lake Wales sits along the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad in the heart of Central Florida. Once the rails put the city on the map, trade and tourism followed. The history of this quaint little town along the rails is on display at the Lake Wales History Center. Located in the historic train depot, the Lake Wales History Center tells the story of Lake Wales. From its early days as a stop on the railroad through modern day, there are exhibits to help tell the story of this Central Florida town. The museum features exhibits on the railroad history, Lake Wales connection to the war effort, the trade industry featuring citrus and cattle farming and an exhibit on tourism in Lake Wales. The museum also features a revolving gallery which during our visit the gallery focused on Native American cultures. Outside the museum on a section of abandoned train tracks there are a few rail cars in the process of restoration. The...

Dunedin Blue Jays hitter Norberto Obeso loosens up before at at-bat during a Florida State League game against the St Lucie Mets. Dunedin is the Advanced-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays and marks roughly the midway point on the path to the pros. (Photo: May 4, 2019)

Once the spring training home of the Philadelphia Phillies, Jack Russell Memorial Stadium has once again been resurrected for professional baseball, this time serving as temporary home of the Dunedin Blue Jays during the 2019 Florida State League season. Jack Russell served the Phillies from 1955-2003. Afterwards is has served as the home field for Clearwater High School and St Petersburg College. But it was called back into service for the Blue Jays while their stadium in Dunedin gets remodeled. (Photo: May 4, 2019)

The cargo ramp at Tampa International Airport is busy as the major cargo carriers of UPS, Amazon Prime and FedEx help connect the world via air. Air Cargo brings vast distances closer together and help connect you to your purchases sooner than ever before. (Photo: May 4, 2019)

The thin blue line is honored here in the fallen officer’s memorial at the Tampa Police Museum. This wall of heroes reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice these officers made while protecting the city of Tampa. We owe thanks to these brave officers each and every day as they died in the line of duty protecting that thin blue line. (Photo: May 4, 2019)

Dock at the entrance of the harbor, Jose Gaspar’s trusty ship Jose Gasparilla awaits the next pirate invasion of Tampa Bay. The ship is the centerpiece of the annual Gasparilla Fest which plays tribute to the city’s rich pirate lore. (Photo: May 4, 2019)

Operating over a century, the tropical oasis of Sunken Gardens is one of the nation’s oldest roadside attractions. This colorful garden has been a gem in the heart of St Petersburg since the early 1900’s. (Photo: May 4, 2019)