Day 283, January 29, 2013 (Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Palm Beach County, FL): The Palm Beach County government created a water impoundment that became the Wakodahatchee Wetlands. The wetlands have become their own ecosystem supported by plant life that has attracted numerous species of birds and reptiles. Here are a few of our sightings.

Day 278, January 24, 2013 (Miami, FL): The trip up to Miami is not without its surprise views. Above is a look at the Cape Florida light against the skyline of Key Biscayne. Then there is Stiltsville, the decaying playpens of Miami’s rich  and shameless going back to the 1920s. The houses and clubs on stilts in the middle of Biscayne Bay are now part of a national park and being victimized by the elements.

Day 275, January 21, 2013 (Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo, FL): Here we are, heading out into the Hawk Channel fleeing Whale Harbor and Holiday Isle. The picture does not give the breeze its due. Wind is clocking at 25 but the water is too shallow to kick up. We are getting only a salt spray from our own wake.

Day 263, January 9, 2013 (Islamorada, FL): Yep! We’re still here but never fear. We will move on. We meant to do it, today, but it is blowing like stink. We decided to give it one more day. We are tired of Keys kitch and grumpy dock staff. They are making me grumpy. I think we will venture out tomorrow if the wind is not too outrageous. We have an intro to Ocean Reef Club and plan to enjoy the class that we deserve!!