Sunshine State

Some observations from Naples, on southwest Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast:

1. Everyone drives huge cars and SUV's. I'm always amazed by the number of Cadillacs and Lincolns here (and I never knew Saab made an SUV).


2. White sandy beaches and warm gulf water suite me just fine.


3. The older age demographic of both locals and tourists is noticeable everywhere (and I'm contributing).


4. These alligators look like they could easily turn a small domestic pet into a tasty snack.


5. It may take me a while to get used to dinner at 4.30 pm.


6. Warm weather beats cold weather hands down.


7. A lot of people here still really like Dick Cheney.