Exploring the simple pleasures in life.
After many years of effort, I have found that the key to true happiness comes with learning to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. It’s in the awesome feeling that you have when the garden is full of beautiful banana peppers. It comes from spending time with the people you love and sharing fantastic adventures with them. This Uncomplicated Life is my way of sharing my journey into finding and enjoying the simple pleasures.
Salt Life Food Shack Review
While in Fernandina Beach, Florida, we had a lovely dinner at Salt Life Food Shack. They had the best and largest calamari I've ever had.
Fort Clinch State Park
After a Covid delay, we finally made it to Fort Clinch State Park. We had a relaxing weekend exploring the fort and the nature the park has to offer.
Mel’s Hot Dogs Review
Aunt Pru told us about Mel's Hot Dogs in Tampa. We finally made it there and were not disappointed by the quick service and fantastic hot dogs.
22nd Street Disc Golf Course
We've started exploring more disc golf courses in Florida, starting with the 22nd Street Disc Golf Course in Tampa. Beautiful live oaks make the course.
Shrimp & Grits
I love shrimp & grits, but always thought it was a complicated dish to make. I finally gave it a shot and was surprised at how delicious it turned out.
Terry’s Grill Review
With some hesitancy, we had breakfast at Terry's Grill in Jacksonville, Florida. We were pleasantly surprised by how great it was.
Boneyard Beach
We explored Boneyard Beach, enjoying the exquisite driftwood. We had no idea that, after our peaceful day, we would have such an exciting trip home.
Culhane’s Irish Pub Review
On a trip to Culhane's Irish Pub, we saw the potential for something good. However, the lackluster food and mediocre service left us wanting.
Randeez Nutz Express Review
With the name Randeez Nutz Express and the tagline "Get Our Nutz In Your Mouth", how could we not go for lunch? What a great choice it turned out to be.
New World Disc Golf Red Course
While in Jacksonville, Florida, we returned to New World Disc Golf Course, this time to play the Championship Red course.
Billy’s Stone Crab & Lobster Review
After almost a year in Florida, we finally had the opportunity to taste stone crabs. Billy's Stone Crab & Lobster turned out to be a tasty seafood experience.
Broccoli-Cheddar Soup
I made Broccoli-Cheddar Soup with an easy recipe that I tinkered with to make it my own. The outcome was a thick, rich, delicious soup.
The Oakdale Christmas House
After missing our evening of Christmas lights last year, I was happy to find a beautiful and free display in St. Petersburg at The Oakdale Christmas House.
Taylor Park Disc Golf Course
Of all the disc golf courses we have played around the country, its pristine beauty and abundant wildlife make Taylor Park my hands-down favorite.
Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach
After several months of laying low, it was time for a new adventure. We had a relaxing weekend in Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach.