Rodman Dam

 Gary and I went for a driver through the Ocala National Forest out to Rodman Dam.

We saw a white tailed deer, an eagle, a scrub jay, and a roaster along the road out in the middle of nowhere.

Ocklawaha River

 After work I went down to the river to just sit by the river for a while. Did not see any manatee or the family of otters that live across from the benches. 

Flowers

Saw these at the store today
Made me think of you

I hope you are looking down from heaven and can see their beauty

Manzano's Deli

Manzano's Del had been on our to do adventure list for a long time.

The are open Tuesday - Saturday 11 AM - 2 PM.
This has made it difficult to cross this one off the list.

I left Daytona Beach so that I could get there for lunch.
It did not disappoint. I got two meals out of a half a sandwich.

Clubber Lang: Roasted Turkey, Honey Maple Ham, Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onions, and Ranch Dressing.

 

Bongoland Ruins

Bongoland Ruins

R&L Carriers Ambassador Suites

Ambassador Suites Daytona Beach

August 23 - 29, 2026

Mental get away

Tiki bar and pool

Room 308, right corner

Morning sunrise

Hotel at night

Full moon over the hotel

Full Moon Rise

W International Speedway Blvd Bridge

W International Speedway Blvd bridge as seen from the Main St Bridge.
I biked from the hotel and crossed the Main Street Bridge heading west.
I rode south to the larger W International Speedway Blvd Bridge.
I shot Go Pro video going across the bridge that I will add a link to.

 W International Speedway Blvd Bridge as seen from Main St Bridge

Main Street Bridge as seen form the W International Speedway Blvd Bridge

SeaSide Bistro & Bar

At the Holiday Inn nextdoor

BBQ Chicken flatbread 

Passion Fruit Martini 

The Martini was strong

This was the first sit down restaurant that I went to by myself. I have been avoiding this. I made it through it, I think the ocean helped with the sound of the waves in the background. The outdoor part of the restaurant was pretty empty, only 2 other couples.

Daytona Beach Pier

Bike ride down to the pier.

Then went the other way up to highway 40.

Stopped at the Spark hotel by Hilton that Jeni and I stayed at for Christmas 2025.

Probably rode around 8 miles. Bike riding is more enjoyable when there is less work involved. It is fun to ride again.