Articles discussing lifestyle and walking into the future.
Step by Step
Steps in this journey
Mark the places I have been
Each one leads to the next goal
And brings into focus the dreams that I dream
Without these steps that I take
The reality of life will have to wait
Why put off what needs to be done
Take the next step in the journey
The life you want has only just begun
“An ocean breeze puts the mind at ease”.
(Anonymous)
My Walk into the Future allows me to continue to seek out new adventures and venues. The COVID-19 pandemic has rightfully slowed down unnecessary travel and interactions, but the beach still has wide open spaces to explore.
My relocation to the Treasure Coast provides access to some great beaches with amazing views to take in. Several of my work colleagues provide me with places where the locals hang out and guided me towards Mulligan’s Beach House in Vero Beach. The biggest reason they wanted me to visit Mulligan’s is because it has a huge outdoor seating area that sits right on the world-famous Vero Beach. I have visited Vero Beach (city) multiple times for the outlet mall and other retail shopping but have not been on the beach side of the city in years.
Turns out I visited Mulligan’s Beach House back in August 2014 prior to relocating from Oviedo, Florida to Tallahassee, Florida for my job at Florida State University. Always heard how beautiful Vero Beach was so took a road trip back in 2014 to get a feel for the area and take in the beach scene. Mulligan’s was close to the hotel I booked back in the day, so it was an easy choice for some great food.
Fast forward to 2020 and I immediately recognized I had been there before as soon as I hit the parking lot. Seeing the familiar outside seating area and extra-large deck chair put a smile on my face. I instantly reflected to my 2014 visit and the great memories made during my visit back in the day. Also highlights the concept of small world because my original visit was made because I never thought I would make it back down to visit Vero Beach. Now I live 20 minutes from the famous beach and local attractions on the board walk.
My most recent trip to Mulligan’s Beach House was made on a Sunday afternoon. Figured this would be a good day and timeframe to visit to avoid the potential of large crowds. The overcast weather also contributed to a smaller crowd when I got there. The outside seating areas provided a great place to sit on the beach, people watch and listen to some good music. I was able to find a nice corner spot and continue to physical distance. Did not have a taste for anything specific but wanted to explore the menu a bit. I am not an adventurous eater so settled on chicken wings and draft beer—which was two for one during happy hour. The wings were surprisingly good and went great with the atmosphere of Mulligan’s. A nice, chill place where the locals eat.
Mulligan’s has indoor seating at the bar and tables—some of the locals were comfortable seating inside but I do not know when/if I will be that comfortable again. The governor just announced restaurants and bars are no longer restricted to 50% capacity so I am sure more people will be dining and drinking inside again without proper physical distancing. Scary thought but eliminating these restrictions will expand our time trying to combat COVID-19 in the state of Florida. Hate to see the gains we have made with COVID-19 get sidetracked as our governor tries to help political gains for the presidential election.
Mulligan’s Beach House is a fantastic place to visit if you are in Vero Beach. My next venture in the Vero Beach area will be the Ocean Grille which is right across the parking lot. I have heard great things about the food there and will get back soon to see what they have to offer.
Where have you always wanted to eat but have not made it yet? How have you adjusted your dining plans in a COVID-19 world?
http://www.mulligansbeachhouse.com/vero-beach/
“The waves of the sea help me get back to me”.
(Anonymous)
“Live a life of quiet inspiration.”
(William Britten)
Let us go ahead and admit it—2020 has been a tough year for us all!
COVID-19 has adjusted how and who we interact with these days. Not a complaint but a simple fact that has become necessary in 2020. A major adjustment for me has been the concept of travel. I got a kick out of labeling myself a running tourist, but this has been almost nonexistent in 2020.
I decided to make another trip to the Great Smoky Mountains for a quick and physical distanced getaway prior to Thanksgiving. I enjoyed myself so much when I hiked in 2019 so wanted to come back to the mountains and find the peace and fresh air again. Happy to report the Smoky Mountains, fresh air and peacefulness are still there—love the ability to get there and just escape for a bit.
My 2019 Smoky Mountains experience and talking with friends allowed me to do more research and plan out my hikes this year. I just rode around and then stopped when I saw something interesting in 2019. I felt like a seasoned hiker in 2020 and made plans for which trails I made a trek on and the order. Felt like I had a better understanding of the hiking process this year and this allowed me to make all the hikes I planned with minimal issues.
Hiking the Smoky Mountains
The weather was fantastic again this year. The morning temperatures started around 45 degrees and warmed up to the low 60s while I was in the mountains. Perfect hiking weather for me—I layered up and was able to shed layers as the day got warmer. I also carried a small backpack this year to carry my water bottles and put my extra layers in when needed.
Discussed trails in the Smoky Mountains with one of my friends who is an avid hiker. She provided me with additional inspiration to get back out in nature and enjoy the process.
Found the following site that describes trails by location, features, distance, and difficulty:
http://www.hikinginthesmokys.com/location.htm
Used this information to make my hiking experience better this year. 😊
Started my 2020 hiking adventure on the Gatlinburg Trail which has a trail head right on the edge of downtown Gatlinburg. I hiked the Gatlinburg Trail in 2019 but it was more of a warmup type hike for me this year. Wanted to fully explore the Gatlinburg Trail and take it from the trailhead all the way to the end which is about 2 miles.
The end of the Gatlinburg Trail runs directly into the Sugarland Welcome Center and the Sugarland Trails. I hiked this area in 2019 but decided to adjust my route and the distance in 2020. There were a lot more people out on this trail and my goal was to make my way to Cataract falls and get some good pictures. Cataract falls is a major attraction in the Sugarland Trails area, so everyone wants to stop and get pictures there—only spent a few minutes at the falls before it was time to move on down the trail. Bumped into a couple from Wisconsin who decided to ask me for trail directions—I helped them as much as possible but explained to them I live in Florida and I am just out walking in the woods. Guess it is a good thing they felt comfortable enough to stop and ask me for direction. People are friendly when in the mountains. 😊
Decided to head further up into the mountains to tackle my next adventure. Research shows the Clingman Dome as the highest elevation in the Smoky mountains. I did not feel comfortable making the trek in 2019 but put it firmly on my 2020 adventure list. Thought of it more as a challenge and wanted to get to the highest point in the Smokies to get some great shots.
The drive up was nice—I wanted to stop and take pictures but decided to get up the mountain and take pictures on the way down. The cloud cover or smoke in the mountains got thicker the higher up I drove. That is when I realize how far up the mountain I had traveled because I was in the clouds on the ascent. Amazing experience and one I will repeat as often as possible. There is peace in the mountains! The area attracted a large group of visitors, but everyone was friendly and gave each other space for pictures and the trek up to the Dome. Please note, the trek up to Clingman’s Dome is paved but the incline is extreme, and the elevation is over 6,600 feet. This was the first time I noticed hikers taking breaks on their way up the mountain. I soon realized the altitude and incline would impact me as well. I did not stop moving but my pace was a lot slower than it was when I started the climb up. I also realized I left my water bottles back in my vehicle but did not stop climbing higher.
I will report the climb up to the Clingman Dome was well worth the pain! The views were covered in smoke (clouds) but you could still see the peaks and valleys below. The wind whipping the clouds around sounded like the clouds were singing—amazing being so high up in the Smoky mountains. The Clingman Dome borders right on the Tennessee and North Carolina state lines. I crossed over into North Carolina on this portion of my hike.
I took a quick detour on my descent from the Clingman Dome and ventured onto a portion of the Appalachian Trail. Decided it was worth the trip since I was already high up in the mountains. I did not go far on the Appalachian Trail because this portion was very rocky, and I wanted to save my legs for my next trail adventure I had mapped out.
https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/clingmansdome.htm
My last trail was the Chimney Tops Trail, and it was well worth the hike. The trail description identifies the difficulty as moderate which it may be, but this was my fourth trail of the day and my legs were screaming all the way up the trail. I would recommend doing this trail first if you visit the Smoky mountains or do it on a separate day. The hike up the mountain is very scenic and offers multiple opportunities to take some great pictures. The terrain changes multiple times on the ascent but it is an exciting hike. I had to stop and take breaks multiple times on the Chimney Tops Trail. This was due to the fact I had been hiking multiple trails and probably should have deferred this trail for the next day after getting some rest. Discovered a new mental toughness as I slowly made my way up to see the views I had read about.
I almost gave up on making it to the top but a fellow hiker who was coming back down gave me a little extra inspiration to make it to the top. He casually said to me, “You are only 4 minutes away from the top”. I think we both knew he was lying to me to keep me going forward but surprisingly it worked because I put a smile on my face and kept going. I made it to the top about 15 minutes after encountering my hiking friend and was extremely happy I did not give up. The views and the feeling of accomplishment were well worth the leg pains I endured to make it up the Chimney Tops Trail. Mind over matter came into play while making this hike and I am happy I made it to the top. We can accomplish anything we put effort into, and the Chimney Tops Trail become my Mount Everest! Pun intended! 😊
http://www.hikinginthesmokys.com/chimney.htm
The descent down from Chimney Tops was just as beautiful as going up. My legs were in better shape to walk down the mountain after I took about 30 minutes to just sit still at the top and admire the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. I recommend you visit it if you have not been there because of the peacefulness the mountains bring. The hikes are a great distraction and provides an opportunity to get out and get some exercise at the same time.
Skybridge
Decided not to do the Gatlinburg Skybridge this year because the lines were too long, and people were not practicing physical distancing while standing in line. I will try the Skybridge again on my next adventure back into the mountains.
https://www.gatlinburgskylift.com/skybridge
Moonshine tasting
Yes, I made it back to the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery to get more moonshine. They have added a few new flavors this year and I got a chance to taste them all. Some I liked and others were not that great—not a huge fan of the flavored moonshine (Sour Apple, etc.). I was shocked they were out of my favorite moonshine, Blue Flame which is 128 proof. They replaced it with a 10th Anniversary edition which is the Ole Smoky Moonshine 153. Yes, that is 153 proof moonshine! It has a kick to it, but I played it safe and got my tried and true White Lightning which is ONLY 100 proof. 😊 Will make the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery a regular stop each time I am back in Gatlinburg.
https://olesmoky.com/collections/moonshine.
Got all of this done the weekend before Thanksgiving and still was able to enjoy time with my family as we gave thanks for 2020. It has been a tough year but there are still things to be thankful for.
Thanks to you for reading my words and following my adventures! Here is to a great end of the 2020 year and a better 2021—let’s make it happen!
Irie!
“It is life, I think, to watch the water. A man can learn so many things”.
(Nicholas Sparks)
My Walk into the Future continues to look more like My Walk with COVID-19.
That would not be as catchy of a blog title so will stick with Walk into the Future! 😊 Again, the pandemic has slowed down the adventures but has not completely shut them off. I remain careful when I venture out and take precautions to ensure I am not exposing myself to undue risks.
Most of my adventures center around the beach and shopping excursions. These have proved to be safe and gets me out of the house for fresh air. Will continue to find new beaches to sit on and enjoy the views on the Treasure Coast. Still do not know why it is called the Treasure Coast, guess that will have to be a future blog article when I find out.
A favorite spot for the locals is Square Grouper. Thought it was a clever name when I first heard it but Googled the definition to make sure I understood how the place got the name. Turns out it is a clever hook and attracts a lot of people based on the name and meaning. Yes, you should Google it to understand what it means. LOL.
My attraction to Square Grouper is it is close to Jetty Park and sits right on the Fort Pierce Inlet. The location is at the mouth of the inlet before it empties into the Atlantic Ocean. It is a great location to catch sunsets that seem to plunge directly into the inlet. The Square Grouper is 95% an outdoor venue with two bars, a tiki hut stage, and a large outdoor seating area. The plastic chairs are not comfortable but serve a purpose as you can move them around as needed.
The outdoor venue has been great to practice physical distancing while also enjoying some live music. Most of the bands are local and only play for two hours—cannot say the bands have been memorable but they have been good enough to make a few people get up and dance. There has never been a large crowd when I visited but everyone seems to enjoy the atmosphere. I spoke with one of the bartenders and he let me know they typically got around 600 people nightly before COVID-19 impacted the world. The crowds are a lot less than that now—the most I have seen there is around 50 people spread out around the outdoor seating areas. A few brave folks will sit at the bar but not very many. Face masks are still required to enter but do not know how long that will last since the governor has relaxed statewide restrictions.
A surprising aspect of visiting the Square Grouper is the food. Typical bar staples but they use fresh ingredients and fantastic seasonings. I have tried multiple items on the menu and have not been disappointed yet. I have been a bit adventurous and explored menu items I would not normally get. Both bars are fully stocked but the signature drink is the Rum Runner. Never had one prior to my visit to Square Grouper but now it is my go-to drink when I am there—try it frozen if you make it there.
Hoping the band lineup starts to improve since I enjoy live music. Will continue to leverage the Square Grouper as part of my Walk into the Future.
What locations are on your adventure list? What makes it a place you want to visit? Thanks!
“On the beach, you can live in bliss”.
(Dennis Wilson)
(Image by Ri Butov from Pixabay)
Knowledge (11/13/20)
The series of daily challenges presented
Provides a template to view
How to conquer the challenges?
It is all up to you
Life provides many opportunities to grow
The direction you chose, only you will know
Continue to strive through the growing process
Knowing that you hold the key to it all
The knowledge you gain
Helps to move your journey forward
And makes the challenges easier to maintain
(Image by David Mark from Pixabay)
“I am trying my hardest not to act how I feel”.
(Anonymous)
The COVID-19 pandemic hits just keep on stacking up! I have been bombarded with emails from the Rock N Roll marathon race organization identifying the cancellation for future races. Please note, I fully expected the remaining 2020 races to be cancelled but the Rock N Roll folks have begun cancelling races in 2021!
Oh, how we have failed society with our lame government response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
I moved from Tallahassee to Fort Pierce in April with the full understanding this country would be in better shape in October. We are in worse shape today (8/20/2020) than we were in April. Shocked I had to write that last sentence, but it is unfortunately true.
Races lost so far
The first 2020 race I lost to COVID-19 was the 2020 Nashville Rock N Roll half marathon in April. This is my favorite race of the season and one of my favorite cities to visit. Love the Nashville course, culture, food, and country music on every corner. Always look forward to my country line dancing lessons at the Wild Horse Saloon, eating barbeque, and listening to new country artists playing. Wanted to visit the Ryman Auditorium for the first time and explore the historic venue.
Got the news the 2020 and 2021 Philly Rock N Roll half marathon races were cancelled two days ago. Fully expected the 2020 race to get axed but never thought the 2021 race would be on the chopping block due to COVID-19. Not sure the race organizers are predicting COVID-19 issues for 2021 but this may signal running tourists will have limited options in the future. I was looking forward to getting back to Philly and hang out with my friend, Lauren Apgar so we could explore the city and get some more of those cheesesteaks. We planned to explore the Reading Terminal Market in-depth this year to sample food from the different vendors there. We will have to put off our Philly cheesesteak adventures now.
I signed up for the inaugural 2020 Clearwater Rock N Roll half marathon scheduled for October. This was going to be the first Rock n Roll race scheduled in my home state in years. The excitement for me was most of the race is run near the beach and I would not have to travel so far. I would get the opportunity to enjoy more sights and sounds and not have to rush back. The course is flat and would have produced a fast time and October in Florida would be cooler with less humidity. The race organizers cancelled the 2020 and 2021 Clearwater races. They project to run the race in October 2022, but we will see what happens that far out. I do not have a good feeling all the cancelled races will come back—some may but believe COVID-19 will eliminate how we travel, race, and interact for a long time.
The Orlando Utility Commission (OUC) 2020 half marathon scheduled for December is still on the books, but most races hosted by Track Shack have been converted to virtual races. Believe the OUC race will be virtual as well so I have not signed up.
The 2021 New Orleans Rock N Roll half marathon was cancelled today and now the race organizers project to run this event in February 2022. Turns out New Orleans was the only Rock N Roll race I was able to run in 2020. The race was completed in February right before the country realized how bad COVID-19 was and we started shutting down. Had a great time in New Orleans so guess it was only fitting this would be my only half marathon race of the year. We will see if this race ever comes back because of the close interactions of Bourbon and Canal Streets. Love the food and atmosphere but it may be hard to host large-scale events there and keep people safe.
Virtual options
Most running organizations are bridging the race gaps with virtual options. Runners can still race, compete, and receive race swag (t-shirt, medal, etc.) while running in their hometowns—just sign up and sync your running application to the race. I am sure this is a great option for some runners, but I enjoy the in-person interaction associated with the event. I joined the Rock N Roll Virtual Running club and signed up for my first virtual race—a 10k which I completed on 8/22/2020. My time was not great—I signed up on a Friday and ran the 10k the next day without additional mental or physical preparation. I may explore this option more especially when the weather gets a bit cooler. I need a competitive outlet for my running program so may reach out to my tree branches to join me on some of these virtual adventures (Apgar, Forges, Kume). 😊
Note: My first Virtual 5k was completed on 8/29/20.
https://www.runrocknrollvr.com/
Training
I still get out and train but not logging the same number of miles I put in last summer. I get my runs in on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays but not committing to extreme long runs with no races on the horizon. I run as a form of therapy and to keep my weight in the range I want. I have not done any speed work since early March, so my training goal is to keep my heart rate up and enjoy the views I get in Fort Pierce.
COVID-19 Training miles (run, bike, elliptical):
| April 2020: 79.45 miles | May 2020: 90.57 miles | June 2020: 130.72 miles |
| July 2020: 78.15 miles | August 2020: 74.57 | September 2020: 46.16 |
Realize there are more important things happening in the world than me not being able to be a running tourist. Hoping we can get the COVID-19 pandemic under control so we can all get back to the things we enjoy without worrying about the air we breathe. Look forward to bringing you reports from new travel locations when it is safe to do so again.
Until then, here is what happen in Nashville in 2019! 😊
https://walkintothefuture.blog/2019/05/23/nashville-and-the-wild-horse-saloon/
“Life equals running and when we stop running maybe that is how we know life is finally finished”.
(Patrick Ness)
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/17/some-marathon-races-may-not-survive-coronavirus-pandemic.html
(Image by Pexels from Pixabay)
“You are only one workout away from a good mood”.
(Unknown)
Decided to test the waters and get back into LA Fitness to jump start my weight training program again. I started putting extra emphasis on my running program in 2019 but I was still getting in four days of weight training while increasing my mileage. I still made it to Momentum Fitness in Tallahassee in the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stopped going completely as the pandemic started to get worse in mid-March and switched to home body workouts until it was time to move to Fort Pierce, Florida in April.
I maintained my distance from the gym during my first two and a half months in Fort Pierce because I did not feel comfortable being around people in a confined space. Note, I am still not completely comfortable but have allowed for limited time around people with proper physical distancing.
My new workplace has a small workout room, but I do not consider it a gym. The weights and cardio equipment are in great condition but there are limited weightlifting options. I ventured to this location a few times on the weekends just for limited workouts (cardio, legs). Had this location to myself each time I went in so think I got a bit of confidence to explore a larger facility.
My new habit is to carry Clorox wipes with me everywhere I go so I can wipe down everything myself prior to touching it. Never thought I would be that guy, but yes, I have a pack of Clorox wipes in my gym bag and do not see this changing anytime soon. A new normal for the gym has been born. 😊
LA Fitness
My history with LA Fitness began during my time living in Oviedo, Florida. Really enjoyed the multiple cardio, weightlifting, basketball, spinning and yoga class options available at LA Fitness. All these things were part of the regular membership and made the facility popular with my folks in East Orlando. My experience prior to joining LA Fitness centered on fitness centers on military installations. Always had what I needed in these facilities and never had to pay to get in a workout.
I decided to test out LA Fitness because I felt limited with the other workout options in Orlando. Was able to get a great rate with a military discount and spent as much time in the facility as possible. Made some great friends in LA Fitness and got myself in fantastic shape with all the options there. So, as you can see, I have a fondness for the LA Fitness brand.
There are two LA Fitness locations in Port St. Lucie, Florida and I finally got comfortable enough to want to venture in to enhance my weight training. Went on-line and signed up for a free guest membership which gave me access to the facility without having to commit or join. Leveraged the pass to see how the facility was maintained and what protocols they had to combat COVID-19. Was a bit surprised how clean they kept the facility and was happy there were not large crowds working out. Made sure to only use equipment where physical distancing was possible and moved if anyone got too close to where I was working out. Felt funny doing that but decided to air on the side of caution.
Waited a couple weeks and signed up for another free guest pass for the second LA Fitness location. Wanted to see if there was a different vibe there and I was not eligible to get another guest past at the first location. You are supposed to wait 6 months between passes at the same location, so I just moved down the road a bit for my workouts. I liked the second location best because the shopping complex it is in has more options for me when I am done with my workout. The equipment was the same, but the setup was a bit different–both locations were maintained with an eye towards maintaining physical distancing and cleanliness.
Quickly found out my home pushup routine was not the same to lifting weights. Got a new level of soreness from lifting but it felt good to be back in a weightlifting routine. Do not think I will ever lift heavy weights again but want to keep lifting for definition and to feel good. Got several good workouts in utilizing the free passes and I am seriously thinking about joining the LA Fitness family again. Will evaluate each location again to see which one makes the most sense for me to join. I could sign up for a membership which gives me multiple location privileges but that may be a waste of money—we will see.
Look forward to sharing more of my workout journey in the future—back to LA Fitness and enjoying it! 😊
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going”.
(Jim Ryin)
Control
Life’s limitations can only limit what you allow
You have control over all circumstances
This I will avow
The simplicity of life will make you see
The things most important can be
Right in front of you
But you must stay true
The vision you have requires additional work, time, and effort
Put the past behind
Start to remove the limitations from the process and let the simplicity of life
Guide your path
“A poet is, before anything else, a person who is passionately in love with language”.
(W.H. Auden)
Peace
Found peace today
Realized it was with me all along
Had to look deep inside to realize I control my peace
When things look bleak…seek peace
When times get hard…find peace
Look deep inside your soul and peace you will find
“Wear a mask, it saves lives”!
(Calvin Williams)
Decided to tackle the concept of people not wearing face masks or coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hoped the concept of Americans doing the right thing to help minimize the pandemic would eventually kick in but it appears to be hopeless.
I searched for a clever quote I could use to start this post but did not find what I was looking for. Thought about it for a bit and then just created my own quote to signify my thoughts on this subject. Wear a mask, it saves lives!!!
It is beyond weird to hear and see Americans on TV exclaim how it is their right to not comply with a health initiative during a PANDEMIC. They seem to think wearing a mask to protect themselves and others is an infringement on their freedom. I do not get this mindset and honestly think the world is doomed with adults saying these things out loud. Even worse, these folks are not joking when they state it is their right to not wear a face mask. Not wearing a mask to protect themselves and people around them is the right they are demanding! What a great country!
Fairly sure most of the people saying these things have NEVER served in the armed forces to fight for the rights they want to hide behind—just venting, thanks!
We are seeing a trend where younger people are diagnosed with COVID-19 at a faster pace than some experts expected. This appears to be because people in the 20 – 35-year-old range do not have a fear of the virus. They are more likely to continue to hang out in large groups without physical distancing and of course, no masks. I will not disparage everyone in this group because I know my tree branches are following proper protocols. My point for this group is they are getting each other sick and then bringing the virus home to parents, grandparents, and roommates.
This cycle ensures the virus continues to spread and endangers more lives. Wearing a mask may not save everyone from contracting the virus but it can help slow the spread. I watch Dr. Fauci on TV almost beg people to follow the CDC guidelines because he knows this thing is getting out of control fast. Hopefully, we will come to our senses as a nation and get back to basics to eliminate the spread of COVID-19. Oh yeah, masks can help with this! A simple two-week period of masks and physical distancing may save thousands of lives. Never imagined this pandemic would be worse in September than it was in April when I was terrified to move to Fort Pierce. It is almost like the virus is just a normal part of life now—sad!
I am doing my part to keep the face mask industry growing. I visit ETSY.com on a regular basis looking for new face mask styles to add to my growing collection. Never thought of face masks as an accessory but I keep finding new and fun ways to express myself with face coverings. This process feels like dressing up to me and I have joked about having a bandito look when I have my face masks on. Maybe we should tell the people who get upset when asked to wear a face mask to visit ETSY.com and find a mask to express their frustration WHILE wearing a mask. I am sure they can find a way to express themselves and still comply by wearing a mask. Guess I do not understand why wearing a mask is such a hassle for these people. Masks are light weight, easy to wear and can be worn to accessorize your daily outfits. 😊
Help me spread the word—masks can save lives and get us back closer to normal!
“If you do not like wearing a face mask, you are really not going to like a ventilator”.
(Anonymous work colleague)
Track Florida’s daily numbers here: https://fdoh.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/8d0de33f260d444c852a615dc7837c86
Walk Into the Future 