Blogs from Hollywood, Florida, United States, North America

My house is a disaster! I didn't think I had that much stuff until I started trying to put it all in boxes. Everything is everywhere and I can't find anything. Oh well, it will all work out eventually. Moving my electronic files to my new PC tablet is also an interesting adventure. I am not patient learning new technology at all. My friends Steve and Fred are going to stay at my house, my brother is going to store my furniture and my cats so everything is working out really well. My last day at work is Friday 5/17, so I have a few days to get my act together before my plane to London leaves. London!! My stomach just got all fluttery!... read more

This was one of our summer trips this year. We spent a couple of days at the Hollywood Beach Tower, in Hollywood Beach, FL. The location was great, just about 30 minutes from Miami. We had a lot of fun at beach, at the pool, driving around, having BBQ with friends at the hotel, also enjoying an Air Boat ride at Sawgrass Recreational Park searching for crocodiles! And you know what the best part was? and the best thing... we paid only half of what everyone else usually pays for!!!... read more

This was the day we planned to spend relaxing on the beach, and we woke up to a steady rain. When it was still raining in the afternoon, we decided to head to the beach anyways for some rainy day photos and video. Although it wasn’t how I would have planned it, we had a good time - we also had the beach all to ourselves! By the time we left, we were soaked and pretty chilly. A hot shower and warm clothes felt great. Then Pizza Roma for dinner and some of our Key West beer. And it was still raining…... read more

We're all geared up, the boxes are stacked chest high, and the home looks like it never has before in anyone's memory. As we prepare for departure tomorrow, Savta Grace has been busy making sure every item is accounted for, that all our clothing is clean, and giving mementos to friends and family. Stan, Judy, and Savta will be taking to the skies for the ride home, leaving me with this opportunity to explore the lands between the wet Southeastern swamps and the vast fields of the Midwest, by car. What can I expect of this trip? Unusual stops, warm homes, verdant forests, steep mountains, rolling hills, welcoming arms, tasty dishes......... Davey... read more

The region of Miami to Fort Lauderdale is filled with all sorts of activities for all tastes. During my stay in Hollywood, I went to these places: A-Flamingo gardens: small zoo, with exhibits and very nice tropical gardens. Recommended. B-Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, (previously called John U Loyd state park). Wild beaches, that stretches for a few kilometers. Nice place to look for shells. I actually found a big conch shell there at low tide. Many joggers actually go there and pick up shells as well, (to sell in stores???). There are places for boat access. Near of this, there's a dock where I fished and caught many small fishes. Saw parrot fish near the corals. Very recommended!! C-Butterfly gardens: Butterfly houses with gardens and light music. Relaxing and beautiful. It's quite small ... read more