For a few hours on each of the past six weeks we’ve had the efforts of two of our local high school (Sandvika High School) seniors directed towards our web and social media sites – a practical school assignment that … Read More
The RPV Blog
Shopping Centers
Just a 20 minute drive from the house, you can get your shopping on at Port Charlotte Town Center. A casual mall with everything you need – like clothes, shoes and makeup. The mall has a great food court, and … Read More
John Ski’s House of Breakfast
The best breakfast is the one someone else makes for you. I make it most of the time at home, so when I get the chance to eat out, I want to have all of the things that I never … Read More
The Great Ice Cream Quest of 2015
Ice Cream. Chunky. Smooth. With or without toppings. Everyone has their opinion of what’s best, and it’s not likely to change. On the area’s Restaurant Review Page on Facebook SW Florida Restaurant Review Page (membership required, but everyone is allowed), … Read More
The Art of Doing Nothing
Nothing box 1: Jetlag I used to hate it. Struggling to get to sleep because I’m “supposed to.” But on vacation at Rotonda Palm Villa, I love it and try to keep it going as long as possible. 04:30, waking … Read More
The Pink Elephant
Location: Boca Grand on Gasparilla Island, it’s about a half hour drive from the house. Type and quality of food: Slightly on the “fancy” side, and excellent quality. Our daughter has loved the food there since she was 11 years old. … Read More