Winter Solstice Celebrations

Winter Solstice Celebrations

Actually, it's a big deal. The Winter Solstice marks the shortest day of sunlight in the Northern Hemisphere, the official start of winter, start of when days of sunlight start...
How Hurricanes Are Named

How Hurricanes Are Named

Ever wonder how hurricanes are named? As the hurricane season moves into its most active period, we’ll be hearing names assigned and frequently referenced. A small bit of insight on...
Why even wear a bathing suit?

Why even wear a bathing suit?

Why Even Wear A Bathing Suit? Ok, ok…. we’re not getting suggestive here. The answer is obvious: to make a fashion statement, to have coverage during your water adventures, or...
The Shutdown Journal:Random Progress Notes

The Shutdown Journal:Random Progress Notes

At first, we thought this was going to be, maybe, a couple weeks. As we see the horizon a little farther away, thought I'd share some random notes I've been taking...
Ten Classic Island Movies for the Stranded

Ten Classic Island Movies for the Stranded

While we all “hibernate” for a bit, here’s our hit list of older classics to help get your mind on islands, blue water, sunshine and the good days to come....
How to Care for Linen Shirts and Pants

How to Care for Linen Shirts and Pants

We know linen. And, quite frankly, it’s incredibly easy to care for. One step further…you can change up the look just based on how you care for it. Here’s the...
Team: Lure for a Cure

Team: Lure for a Cure

Love this quote: “Maria won’t say it, but she’s currently fighting breast cancer and kicking its ass.”  (click here for the brief interview with Maria) Whether it’s you or someone...
Celebrate National American Beer Day, The Best Way

Celebrate National American Beer Day, The Best Way

The Waterfront Brewery While the wee-little ones are excitedly carving pumpkins, preparing for pillowcases full of candy, and making last-minute costume adjustments – the older generation knows the real holiday...
The Last Slice of Old Key West

The Last Slice of Old Key West

The mid-80s were an amazing time to be alive – hair was bigger, jeans were tighter, and Reaganomics still seemed to have some potential. Beyond all of those quick fading...
...found a new dive bar

...found a new dive bar

Found a new dive bar. Well, it’s an old dive bar. There’s this drink in the Delmarva Peninsula that’s pretty popular…it’s called an Orange Crush. No, no…nothing to do with...
Our Favorite Schooner…

Our Favorite Schooner…

Those of you that know us probably think the answer is The Schooner Wharf on the harbor in Key West. Well, that is one our favorite haunts. But if you...
… a “Band of Brothers” (and a few sisters)

… a “Band of Brothers” (and a few sisters)

These guys just plain do good. Whether it is in their community, their service to our country or their roadside barbecue…they, and their chicken, are made from “the right stuff”....