Palmer Vineyard

Palmer Vineyard, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Thoughts turn to Long Island as we pass mid-April. Soon the island will be back to a more pleasant sunny temperature with brighter greens and dazzling floral colors. This snow bird is beginning to feel the pull of that internal compass!

Courage

Courage, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Frequently, courage is found with an assist from others. This shot just caught me as a metaphor for what lies ahead and that small gestures can make a huge difference.

Sanbar

Sanbar, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Along the ICW sandbars provide for impromptu beaches at low tide. Weekends often see some of these sandbars filled with festive boaters. Having the local tide tables on hand becomes an essential part of the fun. Life is Good.

Boom

Boom, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Looks like a change in the weather....I took this lucky shot and then ran for the door! Yikes...

Gull flight

Gull flight, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Checking out the girl gulls.....

Chico Prague Bridge

Chico Prague Bridge, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Can it really be four years?? Missing my buddy and hearing the echoes of his laughter. Peace...

Full Moon

Full Moon, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Moon shot by the Juno Pier....

Lizard

Lizard, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Not at all shy this guy ran up this log to check out my camera! Just saying "hello", I guess.

Happy Easter

Happy Easter, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.

Condo Moon

Condo Moon, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
More March madness....From my vantage point the moonrise peeks from behind a Jupiter Island neighboring condo. Wonder surrounds us in the ordinary....

Moonshine

Moonshine, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The full moon of March...The moon rises above Jupiter Island giving the intracoastal waterway a shimmering glow. It's been a very cool start to spring in southern Florida, "spring-breakers" in windbreakers seem to have replaced the usual bikini clad crowd! Still, scenes like this one can fill one's spirit with all the warmth that's required. Life is good.

Curl Consumed

Curl Consumed, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
At least some brave souls are enjoying the rough surf conditions. Hope he keeps an eye out for those spinner sharks that seem to thrive in those wave curls!

Bananna Wind

Bananna Wind, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
It's windy! Yet another "cold front" keeps Spring breakers off the beach!

Pelican Pose

Pelican Pose, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
I could swear he said, "Pleeze...do not bother me!"

Juno Afternoon

Juno Afternoon, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The view down the beach......Life is Good.

Juno Surf

Juno Surf, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Very Heavy Surf.....lately the sharks have been getting al the media attention here in Florida! The truth is that no one is going in that water.

Full Moon

Full Moon, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Florida moon.....Life is Good.

Windy Kite

Windy Kite, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Ready for take off....the beach is never too windy for these guys!

Capitol Dome

Capitol Dome, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Streets of Havana...the old Capitol Building has a familiar look. The design was copied after the original located in Washington, D.C.

Northview

Northview, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Tequesta, Florida....the quiet before the storm.

Fisheye Beach

Fisheye Beach, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Chance of a storm...but NO chance of snow! :-)

Down The Beach

Down The Beach, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
My escape from Long Island's snow is complete.....and life is good.

Browns River Winter Jetty

Browns River Winter Jetty, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Timing is everything in life.....we chose the weekend of "Nemo" to return to Long Island for a winter visit to see family. Thirty some inches of snow later I am more than eager to trade this jetty for the one in Jupiter, Fl.

Vendors

Vendors, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana...fresh produce on the corner.

Windy Wave

Windy Wave, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
While the beaches of Jupiter and Juno are mostly tranquil...the surf can really kick up at times!

Jupiter Light Hill

Jupiter Light Hill, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
February in Florida...the week ahead looks sunny and warm with temps into the low 80's. Life is good!

Coco Taxi

Coco Taxi, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana....For 5 CUC's he'll take you anywhere in Havana, not sure about safety but it sure is a fun ride!

Inlet Afternoon

Inlet Afternoon, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The sun does it's late afternoon dance at Jupiter Inlet. Calm in this shot, the inlet can turn very nasty with the right tide and wind!

Colors

Colors, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana....along the malecon ageless American and Soviet technology share the road.

Dawn

Dawn, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Each day is a gift....! This dawn announces the start of January's last week reminding me of the rapid passage of time and the importance of "smelling those roses". (even in January)   :-)

Peddlemobile

Peddlemobile, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe
Necessity meets creativity! This vendor was making the rounds at a local park in Havana...

Fishing

Fishing, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
January fishermen on the Jupiter Inlet jetty. Life is good and life where it is warm is even better.

Mystic Rose

Mystic Rose, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Late afternoon at Florida's warm Jupiter Inlet is a far cry from Long Island's recent arctic freeze!

Music

Music, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana...music on many corners!

Revolution Square One

Revolution Square One, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Iconic Cuba.....

Fishing Havana

Fishing Havana, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana.....early morning fisherman.

Downtown Morning

Downtown Morning, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana....early morning by the square.

Revolution Reminders

Revolution Reminders, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana...keeping the revolution alive.

Old American Cars

Old American Cars, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana.....they are everywhere!

Vinales Farmland

Vinales Farmland, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Natural beauty, fertile farmland and an agricultural production that is underutilized. The vistas of Vinales Valley are truly "eye candy".

Fins

Fins, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana...revisiting cars with fins.

The Green Umbrella

The Green Umbrella, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The colorful streets of Vinales delight the camera.  :-)

Hello

Hello, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Sometimes it just takes a smile........

Night Old Havana

Night Old Havana, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Streets of Havana....Evening in Old Havana .

Chevy Turning

Chevy Turning, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana.....reality meets nostalgia.

Old and Green and Running

Old and Green and Running, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Cuban Crusin'.....no "Cash for Clunkers" here...

Man With Cigar

Man With Cigar, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Cuban Street Scenes......"Please say hello to my cousin in Miami" :-)

Wet Streets

Wet Streets, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana....

Morning Colors

Morning Colors, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
The Streets of Havana........colors in the morning light.

Havana Light

Havana Light, originally uploaded by Chris S Thorpe.
Guarding the entrance to Havana Harbor.......