Old Florida Charm

Today I explored Mount Dora, Florida, a charming, historic village on the shores of Lake Dora.  The quaint downtown area has much to offer in the way of shopping, dining and festivals but is especially known for its antique stores and the longest continuously operating hotel in Florida.  Founded in 1883, Lakeside Inn has hosted such prestigious guest as Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Dwight D. Eisenhower and Calvin Coolidge.

Photo Credit: State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory

Celebrating its 130th Anniversary

It wasn't until Brian and I were engaged that I learned that my grandparents, Richard and Joyce Post, met here during a Christian retreat as college students. My grandmother had plenty of beaus chasing her, but my grandfather, with that twinkle in his eye, eventually won her hand.  They established themselves in Panama City and sixty years, six children, and a gaggle of grandchildren and great-grandchildren later, she is still his beloved bride.

Mr. & Mrs. John Richard Post, Sr.

 

Later Gators!

Yesterday Sara and I left Naples and arrived in Mt. Dora, FL to visit with my dad and step-mom Elizabeth. My brother and my aunt Diana were also able to join us and it has been great spending family time together! Being so close to Orlando, we had to go visit the parks!

 City Walk

 Rob, Bob and Brian David

 Diana, Elizabeth and Sara David

Jimmy Buffet's Sea Plane

The Time Has Come!

The eve of our journey is upon us! As Sara and I finish packing the last of our belongings it is becoming real. The next time we will be in Naples will be August 9th!

Please check back soon, we will be sharing photos, recommendations and fun stories along the way.

Adios!

New Destinations!

Brian and I are counting down to the official start of our summer road trip: July 7th! We've revised our itinerary a bit and added stops in San Antonio, TX, Moab, UT, Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. This is my first week of being a stay-at-home wife and while I am enjoying the downtime, I am also eager to hit the dusty trail!

Click here to check out the Road Map!