“The love of wilderness is more than a hunger for what is always beyond reach; it is also an expression of loyalty to the earth, the earth which bore us and sustains us, the only home we shall ever know, the only paradise we ever need – if only we had the eyes to see ” – Edward Abbey
Year: 2021
What I’m Reading …
“Known for his growling vocals and for the distinct poetry of his lyrics, Tom Waits has amassed … a devoted cult following. The Early Years collects the lyrics – formative and classic – from the first ten albums of this bard of hard living.”
Wandering Mount Dora
Yesterday I wandered around Palm Island Park and the Port of Mount Dora. I had the place to myself. Not a bad way to spend a Monday afternoon!
Remembering It All
“I felt like lying down by the side of the trail and remembering it all. The woods do that to you.” – Jack Kerouac
Demetree Park
A hidden gem located in the heart of a neighborhood just off the 408 and east of downtown Orlando, Demetree Park is a great spot for a short stroll among wildlife (we encountered white ibises, a great egret, great blue heron, green heron and many ducks during our quick visit).
Wandering Trimble Park
Along with Palm Island Park, Trimble Park is one of my go-to spots in Mount Dora for a quick hike. It’s a nice mix of wooded trails and scenic boardwalks. Sometimes I’ll glimpse an alligator or two, but not this time.
What I’m Watching …
Over the Edge (1979) Teenage angst in a planned community in California during the late 1970s. A nice time capsule with a great soundtrack that features the Ramones, Van Halen, the Cars and Cheap Trick. Matt Dillon’s film debut. Don’t miss it!
Wandering Florida 