Dunedin, Florida: Dunedin Marina Pier Sunset

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Have you been to the Dunedin Marina in the evening lately? It's really nice. The sunsets from the pier are awesome, and just as nice as from the beach, without having to manage all that traffic.

That being said, it's also nice to get down to the beach to. Hey, don't forget Honeymoon Island Beach. Although the main beach can be a bit rocky, the pet beach is really quite nice in my experience.
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Dunedin, Florida: Dunedin Real Estate: The Color Yellow

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I have to admit, this house reminds me of a paint company commercial. I mean, WOW, that is a YELLOW HOUSE! I wonder if there is anything inside referring to the Beatles Yellow Submarine?

Don't get me wrong, I don't think it's a bad color at all. But I do feel a bit overpowered when I look at it for any length of time. I just don't think I would have the courage to paint my house that color. Of course, at least nobody is going to walk off with it, you could spot them a mile away!
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Dunedin, Florida: Baseball Fan's Sign To Heaven: Knology Park

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If you are a baseball fan, you know what this sign is all about. Not to belittle it's roll as the location of the recent, and for Dunedin historic, rally featuring the Presidential candidate Barack Obama. Did you make it to the rally?

But more importantly, Knology Park, or Knology Field, is home to the Toronto Blue Jays for Spring Training! Sounds like a pretty good combo if you ask me... a vacation to Dunedin, Florida to enjoy this beautiful area, and a chance to take in a few Toronto Blue Jays games during Spring Training at Knology Park.
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Dunedin, Florida: Dunedin Real Estate: Rental?

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Now, as it happens, I seem to pass by this house several times a week. Based on what I see happening now and then, I am pretty sure it is a rental. Too bad it doesn't have a garage anymore. It's not uncommon to see people convert garages to living space.

It's kind of deceptive looking from the front, in that it seems kind of small, but according to the tax records, it has over 2,000 square feet! And if you are wondering about the value of Dunedin Real Estate, the tax appraiser has this house at $187,700 Just/Market value. That translates into more than $3,600 in property taxes! Oh, and the lot size is 75x152.
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Dunedin, Florida: How Is YOUR Mailbox Holding Up?

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Got mail?

Ever wonder if the mailman takes it personal when he has to put mail in an old worn mailbox like this?
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Dunedin, Florida: Got God?

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A church in Downtown Dunedin.
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Dunedin, Florida: Downtown Building Architecture Styles

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I admit it... I know nothing about this building. I don't know what they do there. I don't know who owns it. I don't know what the cross street is.

Well, I guess I know a little: It is on Douglas, about a block north of Main Street in Downtown Dunedin. I know that, although I am not sure the style matches the neighborhood all that much, I kind of like it.
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Dunedin, Florida: Jeep Spotting At The Marina: Jeep Wrangler Sport

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When I saw this Jeep Wrangler Sport at the Dunedin Marina recently, it seemed like something right out of a Jeep television commercial. With the soft tops all peeled off, and the bright yellow color with the shiny clean wheels, it just seems to shout "Buy me, I'm FUN!"

How about that license plate on the front bumper, eh? That's right, it says U.S. Marines! Nothing but respect for our folks in uniform. No matter what I think about the politicians that send them to war, no matter what I think about whether or not we should be there, I respect them for putting it on the line for the rest of us. Thank you Armed Forces!

Meantime, I've never owned a Jeep, at least not yet. I've thought about it. I think my brother had one once, but not me. It could be fun. But these days, I think I would want to find one with a four cylinder! (Oops, just hit the digital highway and found tons of them right here in the Dunedin area.)

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Dunedin, Florida: Rain Lily - Zephyr Lily

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It seemed like such simple thing... take a picture of a beautiful flower blooming in someone's front yard. Well, that was the simple part! Trying to convert my knowledge of its common name into a website link for the post was another adventure altogether.

There are lots and LOTS of plants that have very similar names to Rain Lily and Zephyr Lily. Also, once you narrow it down, you find LOTS of different versions of the family. I believe the scientific name of this beautiful plant is Zephyranthes grandiflora. That is according to information I found on the USDA Plants Database website. Anybody out there know different?
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News Flash: Dunedin, Florida: Barack Obama To Hold Public Rally In Dunedin!

That's right, according to William March of TBO.com, Barack Obama is coming to Pinellas County:

"Democratic presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama will hold a public rally in Dunedin on Wednesday while he’s here preparing for the first presidential debate.

Doors will open for the rally at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Knology Park.

Tickets are not required, but attendees are urged to RSVP at Obama’s Florida campaign Web site, www.fl.barackobama.com.

Obama is expected to be in the area from Tuesday through Thursday preparing for his debate with Republican Sen. John McCain on Friday in Mississippi."

Posted 9/21, updated 9/22. Click here to read the original post.
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Dunedin, Florida: Lake Paloma Landscape View

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Lake Paloma, Dunedin, Florida. It's just a small little lake in an out-of-the-way corner of Dunedin. But it is pretty, and relatively peaceful. Surrounded by a cozy little neighborhood, with a variety of housing styles and values.

Hmmm, does it sound like this message was brought to you by the local Chamber of Commerce, or perhaps the local Real Estate board? Nope, just me appreciating a little slice of Americana right here in Dunedin, Florida. That's why I take pictures of Dunedin, Florida, because I like it! :)
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Dunedin, Florida: Perfect Pair Nail Salon And Spa

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Snapped this welcoming looking place while wandering around Downtown Dunedin recently. Not that I have been inside or anything, just wandering past!

I could not find a website for them though, so if you know anyone down at A Perfect Pair, have them contact me about getting a one page informational website up and running... so people can find them and learn about their services! :D
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Dunedin, Florida: Tropical Sunset Over Dunedin Marina

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I was fortunate to catch this beautiful sunset over the Dunedin Marina recently. It's a very Florida scene; the palm trees, all the boats, the open waters and the low landmass in the distance. Let's face it, this is a big part of why people love to live here.

Ya know, it is SO easy to forget how beautiful it is outside. We all get so terribly caught up in the day to day struggles of mortgage payments, feeding our families, and keeping our jobs... It won't solve all your problems, but I can tell you this, if you can get out to some fresh air somewhere; a park, the marina, a beach or the causeway, it may just lighten the load on your soul somewhat. You are not alone.
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Dunedin, Florida: Blur Dance Club In Downtown Dunedin

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If you are looking for action in Downtown Dunedin, this might be a good place to start. I don't know much about it though, I'm afraid, but it seems like it might just be a blast of a place to dance. And hey, dancing is good for your soul.

I tried to find a website for you all, but could not find it in ten clicks or less. Maybe next time. Happy Friday!
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Dunedin, Florida: Historical Society Museum

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This is the scene they have set outside the Dunedin Historical Society Museum. These are some old traveling cases, loaded onto some sort of old wagon. I think I have some old family stuff in storage, that looks a little like these. Oy!

This being 2008, any such place needs to have its accompanying sign warning folks not to use up the place and damage it. However, it is nice to see that there are some public restrooms available nearby! The museum is located in the middle of the Downtown Dunedin district.
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Dunedin, Florida: Ducks Gang: Corner Of Hibiscus And Paloma

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It's true! Gang activity right here in Dunedin! These ducks are a real treat to see here at the pond. They seem to be doing well, and growing in numbers.

Hopefully people will not decide that the ducks are too happy, and decide they have to go. That's how people get, it seems, they get so they don't like to see ducks getting happy and doing well and having families. I hope they leave this group alone.
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Dunedin, Florida: Coca-Cola Orange Juice Concentrate Facility

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Did you know... The Coca-Cola company has an orange juice concentrate facility in Dunedin, Fl? Yup, they do. Long ago, this plant belonged to Hood Dairy. Then it eventually came to be owned by the Minute Maid company. Now it is owned by Coca-Cola. They make a lot of orange juice concentrate there every year.

Who'd a thunk it, eh? What about you? Do you like Coca-Cola? Do you drink Minute Maid orange juice?
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Dunedin, Florida: Downtown Dunedin Yellow Wall

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I don't know who is responsible for this yellow wall in Downtown Dunedin, but they did it right if you ask me. I love the texture, and the lines, and the great color. It may seem rather utilitarian, just being a wall, but they made it an attractive part of the Downtown atmosphere!

Maybe if someone out there knows who made this wall happen, you might leave me a comment, as I would love to give credit for this one. Meanwhile, I am off to look for more walls, more lines, more texture. Texture, of course, including just about anything and anyone I can catch in my viewfinder! :)
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Dunedin, Florida: Vespa Scooter At Dunedin Marina

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While loitering at the Dunedin Marina one day recently, I spotted this sharp looking scooter. As I crept closer and closer for a photograph, I realized it is an honest to gosh Vespa scooter!

So I snapped a few shots, and went on my merry way. Of course, now that I am posting the picture, I am wishing I had looked a little more closely to see what model it is. Oh well. I am slowly, slowly, learning to look beyond the initial snap, when I take it, and see what other information is to be had.
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Dunedin, Florida: Honeymoon Island Nature Trail 12

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I honestly cannot be sure that this is number twelve in this series... but I really didn't think you would mind if I got the number wrong.

What this is... is another shot of the trail on Honeymoon Island. The hiking trail, or nature trail, has various turn around points so you can enjoy it a little longer if you'd like, or get back to your car sooner if you'd like. Honeymoon Island State Park.
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