On the Go....

I know I have a reputation for lounging, but actually, most days I'm on the go.  I love traveling around the island with my friends.  Anna Maria Island is bustling with things to do and places to go and people to see.

And, there are just as many different kinds of transportation as there are places to go.  Just to give you an idea of some of the fun we have each day, I thought you'd like to see some pics.

Here I am with my Mom, Sue.

Sometimes, I drive myself.  I like the four-wheeled vehicles best.  
This pic was taken around Christmas time, as you can see.  
Beautiful blue sky, palm trees......does it get any better than this?

Pedal to the metal!

4th of July with Sue and our friend, Ed Kennedy.

Here I am with Mom in the An Island Place Realty vehicle.

Just parking and lounging.  I've got it down!

My good friend, Mark Alonso, created this wild ride for me.  

We love cruising around the island.  Everyone knows us.  

I think one of my favorite rides is in my Mom's Volvo.  

She won't let me drive, but I love hanging my head out of the passenger side window.  Have you ever done that? What a rush!

Hey girls, want a ride?

Bow Wow WOW!

Looking good.

Although I have a laid-back "island attitude," I do like to look my best everyday.  Did I mention that I'm known for my extensive collection of neck scarves?  Just a little color, and I'm ready for a day of lounging.

I like to color coordinate.

You see.....scarves can even be wrapped in "other places."  This is the one people love the most and a lot of laughing goes on when I walk around like this!

What was I thinking!

I collect scarves for all occasions.  Sometimes I wear them to the side, around the back or just casually hanging in front.

Check these out:

Where's my Easter candy?

I like the personalized look.

I'm very patriotic.

This is my biker look.  Watch out!

These are just a few of my favorites.  How about you?  Send me a picture of you in your favorite scarf and I'll post it here!  

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It's a Dog's Life

Welcome to my home.  Anna Maria is a Dog Lovin' island.  As you wander the streets, you'll come upon several of my four-legged friends walking their humans.  Businesses are named after much beloved pets, such as Rudy's and Slim's, both on Gulf Drive. Several businesses leave water bowls out for us and business walls are covered with pictures of beloved tail-wagging friends.

 

Strolling down Pine Avenue, you'll probably see me, Fritz Carlson.  Usually, I'm lounging in front of An Island Place Realty .  My days are filled with  people-watching while I bask in the sun under palms and gentle Gulf breezes. It truly is a dog's life here on the island.  

Sometimes, I participate in parades and town activities, I love boating, and have even been known to ride on golf carts and three-wheeled bikes. (I get the humans to do all the work while I sit back and enjoy!)

 I'm considered a sort of "fashionista" on the island.  I have a large collection of scarves which I don depending on my mood. 

You'll find that all of Anna Maria Island is pet-friendly.   Many vacation home rentals welcome us as guests.  There are plenty of roads and paths to walk with your human.

Julie and Sally, owners of Rudy's, sell homemade dog biscuits and will actually whip up a delicious, nutritious breakfast for you.  Inside, you'll find a dog paw wall and visitor pet photos including Rudy and their three other rescue dogs. (They serve delicious people food, too!)

So, relax and enjoy Anna Maria Island.  And, please stop by An Island Place Realty to say "hi" when you're on Pine Avenue.  You’ve found the perfect vacation location!