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Cruz N Car Show April 2017

Posted on April 15, 2017September 22, 2019 by Ian C.

Winter Garden’s quarterly car show returned today (previously September 2016) and we headed in to enjoy the views and take loads of photos!

In addition to the amazing cars above (including Hudson Commodore, Budget Funeral, many Corvettes, a VW rust bucket, and the amazing purple car) there’s a couple that I’ll feature separately …

First, a mystery vehicle with two engines! No idea why, though it has tiny rear stabilizer wheels that suggest it wants to be a dragster:

And finally, a 1916 Model T (over 100 years old now and proudly claiming original body, engine and wheels!):

Grand Floridian Easter Eggs

Posted on April 12, 2017April 12, 2017 by Ian C.

We learned this week about the annual display of chocolate Easter Eggs at the Disney Grand Floridian hotel, so went to take a look – not really knowing what to expect.

We were impressed! At least 20 intricately Disney-themed decorated Easter Eggs, all at least a foot tall – and some of them smelling quite delicious too!

Both Great Horned Owl chicks are still in the nest, and a parent was with them last night. Sunset is when they are most active with lots of wing flapping practice – but it makes photos difficult with the backlighting. Anyway, here’s some pictures: