My Adventures #15 – Thunder on the Gulf

Posted on August 24, 2014 by fundinmental

The weather has been beautiful, but very hot here on the Gulf. That does not stop us from enjoying outdoor activities.

There is always something going on here in our little piece of paradise:

Where thousands live like millions wish they could!!!

This weekend, Flora-Bama is sponsoring the 2014 Thunder Run Superboat Grand Prix.

The Gulf Coast Powerboat Association has put together the inaugural dual race format.

There are two races, in two cities, in two states – Orange Beach, Alabama and Pensacola, Florida.

Mr Wonderful and I went to downtown Pensacola, where the event was being held for day three of the Flora-Bama Shootout.

These are some of the fastest and biggest power boats in the world.

There are many classes of boats, but the main styles are Vee Bottom Boats and Catamarans.

The air is thick with moisture, making it hard to breath and we are immediately dripping wet. It is the cheapest sauna I have ever been in. LOL

We take our time as we walk through downtown and checking out all the action.

I love boats and I love speed. These amazing power boats put on a performance that had my heart pounding and my body vibrating with the roar of the engines. To watch the rooster tails shoot out of the water as the boats thunder by makes me wonder what it would be like riding along on race day.

Even though it was only practice, they put on a great show.

We wandered through Race Village, able to check out the boats up close and personal.

Music was playing and a good time was had by all.

Mr Wonderful freelances as a producer/director for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, our minor league baseball team. They delayed the game today, Sunday, due to Thunder on the Gulf. He will be going back to the races, then working the ballgame, so I chose not to go. That’s why I am sitting in my recliner, watching football (yeah, it is finally football season, lol) and blogging to you.

What did you do this weekend?

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Another Successful Mullet Toss Adventure for 2014

Posted on May 2, 2014 by fundinmental

Florabama Mullet Toss

Doing it on the Florida – Alabama line.

Florabama celebrated two fantastic events during the 2014 Mullet Toss.

It was their 50th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the Mullet Toss.

The Mullet Are Flying At The Redneck Riviera for the Gulf Coast’s Greatest Beach Party

Chasing the Mullet “GOLD” since 1996 at the Florabama

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My Adventures #9 – Outdoor Fun

Posted on February 17, 2014 by fundinmental

Mr F and I were out playing golf with some friends, just having a little fun.

The day started out in the 40s and ended in the 70s.

I played pretty well, but even a bad day on the golf course is better than a good day at work!

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Sunny Florida turns into a Winter Wonderland – My Adventures #7

Posted on January 29, 2014 by fundinmental

I would like to welcome you to my world, the Sunshine State of Florida.

I looked out my window this morning, hoping for some sunshine and…..

So Mr Wonderful and I went out to shoot the Ice Storm of 2014.

I thought Michigan was the Winter Wonderland, but I guess Mother Nature wants to keep us on our toes.

I don’t think we we will be sailing any time soon.

The flamingo below was relocated to Florida via Cape Cod, Mass and Rochester, New York. She is not a stranger to cold weather, but I don’t think she ever expected this.

The birds won’t be bathing today, but come back tomorrow and it will be in the 40s with sunshine.

The plants don’t know whether it is spring, fall or winter. One day a bloom, the next……

We took a lot more, but I think you get the DRIFT.

Thank you for visiting the Fundins.

Y’all come back now.

All photographs courtesy of and owned by the Fundins.

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Holiday Greetings

Posted on December 25, 2013 by fundinmental

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

My Adventures – The Snowball Derby at Five Flags Speedway

Posted on November 26, 2013 by fundinmental

I can hear the rumble of their engines

I can feel the vibrations flowing through the air and into my body.

My blood is rushing through my veins.

My heart is pounding with excitement.

Snowball Derby season has arrived.

I live close to Five Flags Speedway, so it is not unusual to hear the roar of the engines as drivers hit the pavement to practice every chance they can.

I always look forward to this premier event, The Snowball Derby.

It falls on December 4 – 8, 2013, but there is plenty of pre-race excitement.

The first week of December, the annual 300 mile super late model stock car race is held at Pensacola’s Five Flags Speedway, and has been since 1968.

It is known for attracting some high profile drivers. A few of the past winners are Kyle Bush, Darryl Waltrip, Dick Trickle, Steve Wallace, Chase Elliot and Pensacola’s very own Joanna Long.

It was a little breezy and chilly, 60 degrees.

Now, just wait a minute. Don’t get your panties in an uproar. I know some of you are wearing down coats and waterproof boots, battling through the wind and snow.

For me, if there is a breeze, if the sun isn’t shining on me and it’s under 75 degrees, I get chilly. I know I am a wuss, that’s why I live in Florida.

I want 80+ every day – shorts, t-shirt and flip-flop weather.

Soooooo, if you are ever in Pensacola during the first week of December, stop in to Five Flags Speedway for The Snowball Derby.

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Sharks and Rainy Days in Florida

Posted on July 28, 2013 by fundinmental

It started raining yesterday afternoon and the Sharks came out.

It is the weekend, so I was looking for some B movies to watch. I love them. And, guess what, it was a Sharkfest day! I watched several and then browsed YouTube looking for some to share with you.

I have seen most of these and Jaws is still my favorite. But how can you not love sharks that fly through the air, eat not only people but planes helicopters and anything else that gets in their way? I watch them over and over while I wait for more to be created.

But, beware, you never know what is coming at you.

I hope you got some chuckles. I cannot help but laugh, scream and talk to the TV, or in this case, my laptop. LOL

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The Making of a Reef by Fundinmonium

Posted on June 5, 2013 by fundinmental

My hubby and I went to Joe Patti’s Fish House to take photographs and video of a barge that was built to be made into a reef, compliments of the legendary Patti fishing family.

It contains all the elements of living in a Paradise know as Florida.

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This Super Short Story Blew Me Away!!!

Posted on March 5, 2013 by fundinmental

I loved, loved, loved this super short story.

It, simply, blew my away.

I can’t help but keep repeating myself. lol

A must read for anyone who loves the paranormal.

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Will had almost drowned. He woke up with a psychic gift, but he thought of it as a curse.

Because of the accident, he had been crucified in the press. He lost his girlfriend and his reputation.

Now, he was hanging out in Florida, walking on the beach, with his usual Corona in his hand. He saw her in the clouds and knew he only had minutes to save her.

MY REVIEW

The cover grabbed me and I knew I had to read this super short story. The title fits the book to a tee.

The book mentions Michigan and Florida, two places I am very familiar with. That always peaks my interest.

The book captured me from the first page. I devoured it, the suspense leading me to race through it to find out what was going to happen. I was so disappointed when it came to an end. There was so much I read into the story, I feel this could easily have been developed into a novel. I would love to read more about Will, his life and the people who call out to him through his psychic connection to them.

Excellent writing. I am amazed that so much was packed into a story that it took me (maybe) ten minutes to read. I felt like I knew Will and what he was going through. I definitely want to read more from this author.

I had this in my read to review folder, but I believe I got it on an Amazon freebie day. I put it in the folder, because I had a very good feeling about it and wanted to make sure I didn’t forget about it. I didn’t want to lose it in my humongous list of books on my Kindle. LOL

Animated Animals. Pictures, Images and Photos 5 STARS – Would Buy It For Them (lol)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Image of David Bain The author of GRAY LAKE: A NOVEL OF CRIME AND SUPERNATURAL HORROR, the Will Castleton series of supernatural detective stories and novels, and several short story collections, David Bain is a community college English professor with well over 100 shorter publications in venues as diverse as Weird Tales and POEMS & PLAYS.

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David has numerous books for purchase, these are only a few.

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Awards and Recognition From One of My Favorite Followers

Posted on February 22, 2013 by fundinmental

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It is always nice to be noticed and know the words I print and the posts I make are read by others. Thanks to everyone who follows me or stops by to take a look. I hope you enjoy your visit.

Thanks to Emily Guido for all these wonderful awards. She always stops by and is one of my most loyal followers. She is the sweetest, nicest person you would ever want to meet. Be sure and stop by her BLOG and check her out and her Light-Bearing Series of books with Charmeine and Tabbrius.

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There are rules to these awards and I hope you will forgive me in choosing my own way to present them.

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I have been challenged to name three traits I love and hate about myself. So here goes:

1. I love the convenience of the cell phone I own. I love that I don’t need to remember anyone’s number. I know you might think I am lazy because of that; but really, I have so many other things I would rather remember and sometimes it seems like there isn’t enough room in there for more. I love being able to talk to anyone, anywhere at any time.

I hate cell phones. People pull them out at the check out counter, when they are in their car and pulling into traffic while making a left hand turn. While driving they weave back and forth, sometimes driving outside of their own lane. They talk louder, do they think the person they are talking to is deaf or do they just want us know what they are talking about? As if we care. Phones are ringing everywhere, so many people talking at the same time – Noise Pollution. I hate not knowing anyone’s number; when my SIM card goes bad and I lose all my information.

2. I love the beach. I love the sounds and smells of the water and watching the waves rushing up the sand. I love walking on the sand and feeling the water wash over my feet. I love looking for beach glass, shells and cool rocks. I love feeling the sun as it beats down on me and warms my skin. It makes me feel so alive.

I love watching the people, but I hate it when they are too close to me. I don’t like their kids screaming and yelling and kicking sand in my face. I hate the feel of the salt and sand on my skin. It acts like sandpaper. Thank goodness there is a shower on the boardwalk, so I can wash it off, before I go into the bar for my margarita.

3. I hate that I am perfect. It is so hard to be humble when I am so – beautiful, intelligent, athletic, sexy, brilliant, funny, magnificent, intriguing – well, you get the drift.

I love that I am able to be anything and everything, do anything and everything. I love that everyone loves me and want’s to be a part of my life. I am so much fun to be around that people can’t get enough of me. I love that I am so HOT, a goddess, that men fall at my feet, professing their love and wanting my hand in marriage, or whatever I will give them. I am so brilliant that President Obama calls me when he is stuck for a solution to anything and everything. It is hard to be humble because I am so perfect.

WOW. I can’t believe I am going to share all this personal information with you guys; but hey, it’s not like it’s my pin number or anything.

I have been working on this post for a while, but I wanted to make sure it was perfect. LOL

I am passing on this challenge to three of my favorite authors. I am selfish, I want to see what they can come up with to WOW me and you, my followers and readers. I hope, and think, they will enjoy the challenge as much as I did, and I hope you do too.

MY NOMINEES ARE:

Vickie McKeehan

Anne Hargrove

Patrick Jones

Please accept these awards in the spirit they were given. If your blog is award free or you do not post awards, just know I am happy to share your site with others.