Cedar Key

Clouds and Keys

We had been told to remain seated and keep our seatbelts fastened as we neared our Florida destination nearly three weeks ago. However, we were able to avoid much of the turbulence by remaining in the clear skies over the Gulf and avoiding the “thunder-bumpers” over the Florida peninsula. On the right side, mid-photo, CedarContinue reading “Clouds and Keys”

“Metalican”

Cedar Key residents have interesting ways of displaying their affection for the local, non-human citizens. One resident created this sculpture of a white pelican standing atop a faux pier piling and sporting a green fish that it has yet to devour. It was an eye-catching tribute that seemed pleasing to all except, perhaps to theContinue reading ““Metalican””

Fine Feathered Friends

They almost look prehistoric, and indeed, their kind goes back at least 35 million years to a time known as the Eocene Epoch. The ones above are resting between meals. Usually they catch their own fish to eat, but sometimes they steal them from each other or from fisherman on the dock. Once, in theContinue reading “Fine Feathered Friends”

Remembering summer and boats around the numerous islets of Cedar Key.