Hurricane Andrew slammed into southern Florida on August 24, 1992. Twenty-five years later, the author shares her father's experiences and photos of the devastation in Homestead during his deployment to the region as part of the relief effort.
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School Beautiful: Desert Landscapes
As part of a school beautification project through the Cub Scouts, we landscaped a previously bare area of the school utilizing drought-tolerant and native plants, as well as some special touches. The project also aimed to instill in Scouts principles of service, sustainability, conservation, and teamwork.
Animal Kingdom and Souvenir Shopping on a Dime
In the fifth and final installment of our Disney World series, we share our experiences at Disney's Animal Kingdom, as well as some things we learned visiting the park. We also share a few shopping tips we learned for saving money on Disney-themed souvenirs.
EPCOT and the Not-So-Hidden Mickey
In the fourth article in the Disney World series, the Haas family shares their explorations of EPCOT. Highlights include attractions in Future World as well as dining experiences at the World Showcase. As a bonus, the story of the writer's childhood Mickey plush toy is shared, bringing a touch of nostalgia.
The Cranky Camper 