Our First Staghorn Fern is in Place

I kept seeing these cool plants suspended from trees around the neighborhood, and learned they were called staghorn ferns. Staghorn ferns derive their name from their distinctive fronds, which resemble the antlers of a stag. I'd been wanting one for a while, and a neighbor dropped one off, with the growing medium still attached to … Continue reading Our First Staghorn Fern is in Place

Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name

The city of Atlantic Beach is located on a barrier island along the northeastern coast of Florida. It is one of the state's many charming beach towns with a unique heritage and a vibrant community. You'll hear residents refer to it as "the island," because it has no other name. History of Atlantic Beach The … Continue reading Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name

The Hidden Gems of the Sea: Exploring the World of Sea Glass

I had never found sea glass until we moved to Atlantic Beach, FL, but now it is a favorite part of our evening beach stroll. Sometimes we just find a piece or two, and sometimes we get a whole pocketful, but we almost never come home empty-handed. Sea glass, also known as beach glass, is … Continue reading The Hidden Gems of the Sea: Exploring the World of Sea Glass

Let’s Go Lizard Hunting

Lizard hunting is a childhood rite of passage for Florida kids. You either learn to catch the lizards, or you get chased by somebody who's caught one. We most often find Anole lizards and skinks, and one time we found a glass lizard, which is a really big lizard that looks like a snake! Hunting … Continue reading Let’s Go Lizard Hunting

Majestic Encounters: Bald Eagles in Atlantic Beach, Florida

It's always exciting to spot a Bald Eagle in our neighborhood! They're just so big and regal looking, like you just want to shout "'Merica!" every time you see one. I've never spotted one so close to the house before. I tried to get a good video, but I also didn't want to get too … Continue reading Majestic Encounters: Bald Eagles in Atlantic Beach, Florida