The Wandering Disciple

The calming tidal flow of Oyster Creek as it flows to Lemon Bay. On of the tributaries of Lemon Bay, Oyster Creek flows through both the Ann Dever Memorial Park and Cedar Point Environmental Park with plenty of great hiking and wildlife opportunities along the path. (Photo: January 1, 2013)

Why did the turtle cross the road? To get to the wonderful oasis that is Cedar Point Environmental Park. This small park packs a big punch for wildlife viewing. Located on the edge of Lemon Bay, it has a vast variety of animals including gopher tortoises like the one pictured here and a pair of nesting bald eagles. (Photo: January 1, 2013)

When Thomas Edison spent the winters in his winter retreat in Fort Myers, he needed a way to escape the Florida heat so he built a swimming pool.  One of the first residential pools built, was just one of the many engineering marvels created by Edison here in Fort Myers. (Photo: May 26, 2019)

Port Charlotte, Florida: The Charlotte Stone Crabs opened the week with a three game set against the Clearwater Threshers. The Stone Crabs fueled by a strong pitching effort and a powerful offensive attack blanked the visiting little Phillies 7-0 on Tuesday night at Charlotte Sports Complex. The Stone Crabs broke the scoreless tie in the bottom of the third inning. Taylor Walls singled followed by walk issued to Rays rehabbing catcher Mike Zunino. A double by Thomas Milone scored Walls for the first run of the game. Then a two run single by Moises Gomez scored Zunino and Milone to give the Stone Crabs a 3-0 lead. The Stone Crabs added to their lead in the bottom of the fifth inning. Zunino and Ronaldo Hernandez singled followed by Jim Haley reaching after being hit by a pitch to load the bases. Carl Chester then drove home a run the hard way, getting struck by a pitch to score Zunino to increase the lead to 4-0.  Charlotte added a pair more in the sixth. Walls doubl...

Who says pitchers can't get air. Stone Crabs reliever Simon Rosenblum-Larson leaps for a ball during warm-ups between innings. (Photo: May 26, 2019)

St Petersburg, Florida: Since 1888, the sunshine city of St Petersburg has been making history. From what is believed to be the first commercial scheduled service flight, the birth of spring training in Florida with the invitation of the St. Louis Browns to Coffee Pot Park, introduction of the US Coast Guard and US Army Air Force bases, foundation of world class art museums and the creation of a city accepting of all people regardless of race, sexual preference or beliefs. St Pete has been on the forefront of history and this is displayed on the bayfront at the St Petersburg Museum of History. Founded in 1921, the museum highlights the history of St Pete. The oldest museum in Pinellas County, it was founded with the mission to collect, preserve and communicate the history and heritage of St Petersburg. It features a large archive collection of photos to help preserve the history of the city. For the public, the museum features three main galleries. There is a fourth gallery...

It isn't just the official start of summer filled with beaches, beer and BBQ's, it is a day to remember those who gave their lives so we can enjoy holiday's with our families. These brave men and woman laid down their lives to preserve the freedoms we enjoy as an American. So while you enjoy your holiday festivities, do not loose sight of the real meaning of Memorial Day. Thank you to those who paid the ultimate price to ensure our freedoms, we are forever grateful for your service.