My little bit of paradise in Florida!

My husband I and moved to Florida almost 4 years ago. 2 years ago this month, John was killed on his way to work by an off duty cop. It was the cops fault. Since then I have done what he and I set out to do when we got down here and that was to make a place for us to retire in and enjoy all our family, friends and especially our grandchildren. Now Its me and the cat and I have pledged to keep up with this until it becomes too much. But the love I have still for my husband and my home.I don't see that happening for a very long time. Its truly a labor of love and I enjoy the results so much.

18 Comments

Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

So sorry for your loss, but glad you have a place with such great memories. It is a beautiful home and you can enjoy it for the rest of your life. Great job!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 1
911 Address Signs Lawrenceville, GA

So sorry for your loss, is a beautiful home love your mailbox and your address signs!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
Douglas Hunt New Smyrna Beach, FL

You have a lovely home and a beautiful attitude, Jeanette. May you have many years enjoying the garden you and your husband created.

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 1
Melissa G Atlanta, GA

Your garden is beautiful, Alice.

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
CONNIE W Somerset, PA

Beautiful Garden!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
Becky H Tampa, FL

What a great job you've done!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
Kimberlee Villa Rica, GA

Alice, I'm sorry for your loss. But you have a beautiful home and your labor of love is truly a tribute.

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 1
Sherrie S Debary, FL

The word paradise definitely describes your home. It is a place of great beauty.

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 1
JP S Marietta, GA

Beautiful!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
Jan C Duluth, GA

Alice, so sorry for your loss. You have done your husband proud and I'm sure you are so at peace and enjoy it immensely! You have done such a beautiful job and all your plants are amazing!

on Jun 10, 2012 · Like 0
Doris H Tampa, FL

Sorry for you loss......but don't forget he is always whatching from heaven. I sooo love all your garden work!

on Jun 11, 2012 · Like 0
Leida R Tampa, FL

Alice, what beautiful pieces of paradise. I love everything. By the way I noticed the FLAMBOYANT/ROYAL POINCIANA TREE, and also love that!!!

on Jun 11, 2012 · Like 1
Doris H Tampa, FL

That Flamboyant Tree is beautiful....in Puerto Rico you can see it almost everywhere Leida!

on Jun 11, 2012 · Like 1
Leida R Tampa, FL

Doris, Thanks. I believe this is true for all the Caribbean countries. I know that they also are every where in the Dominican Republic (DR) too.

on Jun 11, 2012 · Like 1
Deb W Lebanon, OR

Your home is Beautiful, a true testament of the love you have for your family, I am sorry your husband isn't right there by your side, but I am sure he is in spirit. Very Nice!

on Jun 12, 2012 · Like 1
Marg C Middletown, NY

Alice your home is a Paradise! You have quite an eye for design. My condolences on the loss of your husband.

on Jun 12, 2012 · Like 0
Gale F Redford, NY

i agree with the above said. Very relaxing just viewing the pic. I am sure you enjoy it.

on Jun 14, 2012 · Like 0
Custom Interiors West Columbia, TX

What a beautiful home Alice and an inspiration to your great love. God bless you and keep at it girl!

on Jun 17, 2012 · Like 0