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Hip Happenings, Local Gossip & Other Notable News in South Walton [April 30, 2011]

Saturday morning Seaside Farmer's Market is ramping up for the season again!  Don't miss it every Saturday from 9AM - 1PM  --> Info.

South Walton Wal-Mart is getting prepped to open!  --> Read about it.

Turtle Fest at Gulf Place is happening TODAY, Saturday April 30 from 1 to 6 p.m..  Art, music by Chuck Lawson ( 1 to 3) & The Forrest Willams Band (3 to 6), and lots of interactive activities for everyone.  Location info.

FACEBOOK LIKES - Check out these online spaces to "LIKE" on Facebook:

• Bud & Alley's Restaurant in Seaside
• Andy Saczynski's Art
• Allison Craft Designs
• Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge
• Kim Pall - 30A Style
• Seagrove Village MarketCafe
• Ophelia Swimwear
• One Thought

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Local brewski --> 30A Brewing Company is coming to South Walton!  --> Info.

30A Studio opens in Grayton Beach --> Read about it.

Area drought fuels fire risk. --> Read about it.

Recycle!  TWO new services are now offered in South Walton county: Blu-Binz Curbside Recycling and SoWal Recycle.  Cool!

Health Brief  --> Info.

In The News -->

Walton County commissioners finally divorced themselves this week from a controversial proposal to regulate short-term rentals, apparently because they have irreconcilable differences — with the basic ideas of freedom. Continue reading.

Do you Flickr?? Share your pics of South Walton on the "South Walton Through The Lens" Flickr group! --> Info.

South Walton on the 'Net -->

• Exclusive: Northwest Florida Road Trip (Florida Travel & Life)
• Alys Beach (Mr. Call Blogs)

Sunday Link ♥

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media. Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast. Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share? Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥ An Apartment In Paris  "Welcome to An Apartment In Paris in Seaside, Florida. An Apartment in Paris is in the park at Ruskin Place, the heart of the Seaside Florida Artist Colony. Do you love the idea of decorating with a rustic contemporary Parisian Flair? Come inside and experience the perfect collection of orginial art, home furnishings, and accessories. Look inside the apartment closet and find that fabulous piece of clothing you never knew you needed. Wait till you see the dressing table that is filled with one of a kind artist handmade jewelry that will tempt you. Step inside the kitchen and who knows what wonderful find you will go home with. You will truly be inspired by your visit."

♥  Cooper-Grey  "Providing home decor products using designer textiles."

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♥ Central Square Records in Seaside on FACEBOOK

Blog Mania Part Deux - South Walton Business Blogs!

It's not a secret that I am a blogaholic. I have openly supported fellow local personal bloggers (see the growing list here).  I have even jumped into the realm of personal blogging.  I have drawn the conclusion that reading blogs makes you a smarter, more compassionate, more tolerant person.  You really learn about life and humanity by reading personal blogs.  So start if you aren't already!

But I haven't so much shown the link love for local businesses that have been blogging.  I'm not sure why as this site as well as SouthWaltonDiningScene.com are both hosted on TypePad - one of the top players in the business of blogging.  Regardless, that is officially changing today!   There are some really fun business blogs that I follow regularly ... that inspire, entertain and teach me.  It's time for me to celebrate them, too!

This list will be permentantly parked under the "South Walton BLOGS" Channel (link up there on the left side).  Do you have a blog for your business that you want to share with the community?  Send me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.  The only two requirements are:  1)Your business must be located in South Walton county, Florida and 2) you must keep your blog updated!

Happy reading!

■ Ophelia Blog - Grayton Beach
About: "Ophelia is a high-end swimwear boutique offering the latest styles in designer swimsuits, cover ups and other beach accessories."

■ VIE People + Places Blog - Grayton Beach
About: "VIE is a French word meaning “life” or “way of living.” VIE sets itself apart as a Northwest Florida regional, high-gloss publication focusing on human interest stories and celebrating the “people and places” in our area."  Be sure to check out the American Idol posts!

Who's talking about us and what are they saying? South Walton on the 'Net [column]

Seaside, Florida on Elizabeth Dorney Blog

"While planning this Gulf Coast trip, I was uninspired by charmless high rises that towered over the shoreline in our intended first stop of Pensacola, Florida. I am deeply indebted to my friend Kristen who alerted me to Seaside’s location, a mere 75 miles to the east. We altered our itinerary and flew into Panama City and instead begin our journey in Seaside." continue reading >>

30A on Adventurous Spirits Blog

"If ever you are on the Emerald coast of North West Florida take a drive along route 30A. I think I found the perfect little piece of heaven if ever I should win the lottery or be able to stay in one place for longer than few weeks. I do eventually plan to settle down, despite what all my family and friends think. (After South America and Asia though)." continue reading >>

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Who's talking about us and what are they saying? South Walton on the 'Net! [column]

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶ 26 Miles: 15 Communities at Beaches of South Walton—Priceless!
Good Housekeeping >> Full article. 
"If you long to take your family to a tiny town of days gone by, equipped with luxury custom beach homes, cobblestone streets where the primary mode of transportation are cruiser bikes for young and old alike, where you’re blocks from the crystal white sand beaches and, the town center, the epicenter of the community, offers restaurants overlooking the sea, you want to travel to my secret destination spot in the Florida Panhandle: SEASIDE, 1 of the 15 beach communities along the Beaches of South Walton."

▶ Best Beach: The Beaches of 30A
Florida Travel + Life >> Full article. 
"Best For: Southern hospitality in a trendy setting. And whatever you call this rarefied 20-mile stretch of North Florida coast—locals prefer the colloquial “30A” for the scenic road that links planned New Urbanist communities like WaterColor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach—its allure begins with the sand itself. Derived from Appalachian quartz, it’s squeaky clean underfoot and as brilliant as bone china."

▶ On and Beyond the Beach: Sandestin
Southern Living - Travel >> Full article. 
"When I lived on the Florida panhandle, I unfairly dismissed Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a vast resort between Destin and the 30-A beaches, as tourist territory. But when I took my family a few weeks ago to play tourist in my old hometown, I realized I was wrong. Dead wrong. And I see that now."

▶Best of the Beach: South Walton County: The Scenic Route—30A
Al.com (Birmingham News) >> Full article. 
"HISTORY: Eden State Gardens and Mansion
 - Would you have guessed the second-largest private collection of Louis XVI furniture is housed in an 18th-century mansion within minutes of the beach? Supremely beautiful with towering oaks and a rambling lawn, Eden State Gardens is nestled at the heart of Point Washington, located north of Seagrove Beach. Built in 1897 by William Henry Wesley, owner of a timber operation, the 5,600-square-foot home was surrounded by smaller worker cottages (many of which were later moved to nearby Grayton Beach)."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

▶Alys Beach Pool.
You. Already. Know. Blog  >> Full post. 
"I was in Destin, Florida last week kookin out with the Taylor gang. They had some family friends that live in a housing community called Alys (pronouned Alice) Beach. Besides the fact that the houses are tooooo baller, they community has a shared 5 MILLION dollar pool...im not playing around when i say you feel like youve gone back into ancient Greece or something."

Sunday Link ♥

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Destin Hot Yoga on Facebook:  Opening soon; offering Barkan Method Hot Yoga classes

♥  30A Dancewave "Why drive to Destin or Panama City Beach when Quality Performing Arts Education is NOW here on 30A!  Broadway. Jazz. Hip Hop. Lyrical. Contemporary. Feel Good Fusion. Zumba Gold.
Intro to Dance."

♥  New Eyes Multimedia "serving a need for affordable multimedia services"

♥  30ahhh - "We started 30Ahhh based on our love for the beaches of South Walton county.  We wanted to create a brand that embraces the 30A lifestyle.

♥  Tommy Crow Studios 

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Expensify.com "Expense reports that don't suck"

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Destin Hot Yoga on Facebook:  Opening soon; offering Barkan Method Hot Yoga classes

♥  30A Dancewave "Why drive to Destin or Panama City Beach when Quality Performing Arts Education is NOW here on 30A!  Broadway. Jazz. Hip Hop. Lyrical. Contemporary. Feel Good Fusion. Zumba Gold.
Intro to Dance."

♥  New Eyes Multimedia "serving a need for affordable multimedia services"

♥  30ahhh - "We started 30Ahhh based on our love for the beaches of South Walton county.  We wanted to create a brand that embraces the 30A lifestyle.

♥  Tommy Crow Studios 

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Expensify.com "Expense reports that don't suck"

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Destin Hot Yoga on Facebook:  Opening soon; offering Barkan Method Hot Yoga classes

♥  30A Dancewave "Why drive to Destin or Panama City Beach when Quality Performing Arts Education is NOW here on 30A!  Broadway. Jazz. Hip Hop. Lyrical. Contemporary. Feel Good Fusion. Zumba Gold.
Intro to Dance."

♥  New Eyes Multimedia "serving a need for affordable multimedia services"

♥  30ahhh - "We started 30Ahhh based on our love for the beaches of South Walton county.  We wanted to create a brand that embraces the 30A lifestyle.

♥  Tommy Crow Studios 

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Expensify.com "Expense reports that don't suck"

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Destin Hot Yoga on Facebook:  Opening soon; offering Barkan Method Hot Yoga classes

♥  30A Dancewave "Why drive to Destin or Panama City Beach when Quality Performing Arts Education is NOW here on 30A!  Broadway. Jazz. Hip Hop. Lyrical. Contemporary. Feel Good Fusion. Zumba Gold.
Intro to Dance."

♥  New Eyes Multimedia "serving a need for affordable multimedia services"

♥  30ahhh - "We started 30Ahhh based on our love for the beaches of South Walton county.  We wanted to create a brand that embraces the 30A lifestyle.

♥  Tommy Crow Studios 

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Expensify.com "Expense reports that don't suck"

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

Who's talking about us and what are they saying? South Walton on the 'Net! [column]

▶ Postcards from South Walton: Beach lovers find relative peace in the panhandle
Howard County Times Online >> Full article. 

"Why should you fly to the Beaches of South Walton in Northwest Florida (aka the Panhandle, Emerald Coast) when you can drive a few hours and be at Ocean City? Numerous answers come to mind.  Approximately 8 million of your closest friends and family visit the 10 to 12 miles of Ocean City annually, most of them between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. They stay in the 25,000 condo units, 10,000 hotel rooms and your home.

Summer is the peak season for BSW, also. There are about 15,000 units (condos, cottages, hotels and rooms) in 15 beach towns spread throughout 26 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, and by contrast, fewer than 1 million visited last summer. These are multi-generational families whose little ones grow up and return as adults for the 1,100 annual beachfront wedding ceremonies."

▶ Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
Houston Style Magazine >> Full article.

"As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.

“Luckily, the impacts we have seen from the oil spill have been minor, and our 26-mile coastline has remained open for enjoyment from day one,” said Dawn Moliterno, executive director of Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council. “There are many reasons that our destination keeps visitors coming back every year and now is a great time to check out all those beyond the beach activities that make a vacation here such an unforgettable experience.”"

▶ America's Best Little Beach Towns: Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Travel + Leisure >> Full article.

"This northwestern Florida beach town was once a turpentine mecca, back when you needed the distilled sap to build ships. Today, it prides itself on its hiking and biking trails, as well as its Caribbean-style artists’ colony."

▶ Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton - Day 1
Girl's Getaway Guide >> Full article.

"Who knew you could have one of your best Girlfriend Getaway experiences with complete strangers? That’s exactly what I did during my Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton. A few months ago, I received a wonderful, heartfelt letter from Jennie Ann Dean (no relation to Paula although upon meeting her you may think otherwise) explaining that her best friend Sondra (aka Rooster) was in desperate need of a Girls Getaway but they had limited budgets to work with. Jennie Ann simply asked, “is there anything you can do to help us?”

▶ Alys Beach on COCOCOZY Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on HGTV: Design Happens Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on NottingHill Blog >> Read.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Postcards from South Walton: Beach lovers find relative peace in the panhandle
Howard County Times Online >> Full article. 

"Why should you fly to the Beaches of South Walton in Northwest Florida (aka the Panhandle, Emerald Coast) when you can drive a few hours and be at Ocean City? Numerous answers come to mind.  Approximately 8 million of your closest friends and family visit the 10 to 12 miles of Ocean City annually, most of them between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. They stay in the 25,000 condo units, 10,000 hotel rooms and your home.

Summer is the peak season for BSW, also. There are about 15,000 units (condos, cottages, hotels and rooms) in 15 beach towns spread throughout 26 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, and by contrast, fewer than 1 million visited last summer. These are multi-generational families whose little ones grow up and return as adults for the 1,100 annual beachfront wedding ceremonies."

▶ Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
Houston Style Magazine >> Full article.

"As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.

“Luckily, the impacts we have seen from the oil spill have been minor, and our 26-mile coastline has remained open for enjoyment from day one,” said Dawn Moliterno, executive director of Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council. “There are many reasons that our destination keeps visitors coming back every year and now is a great time to check out all those beyond the beach activities that make a vacation here such an unforgettable experience.”"

▶ America's Best Little Beach Towns: Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Travel + Leisure >> Full article.

"This northwestern Florida beach town was once a turpentine mecca, back when you needed the distilled sap to build ships. Today, it prides itself on its hiking and biking trails, as well as its Caribbean-style artists’ colony."

▶ Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton - Day 1
Girl's Getaway Guide >> Full article.

"Who knew you could have one of your best Girlfriend Getaway experiences with complete strangers? That’s exactly what I did during my Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton. A few months ago, I received a wonderful, heartfelt letter from Jennie Ann Dean (no relation to Paula although upon meeting her you may think otherwise) explaining that her best friend Sondra (aka Rooster) was in desperate need of a Girls Getaway but they had limited budgets to work with. Jennie Ann simply asked, “is there anything you can do to help us?”

▶ Alys Beach on COCOCOZY Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on HGTV: Design Happens Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on NottingHill Blog >> Read.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Postcards from South Walton: Beach lovers find relative peace in the panhandle
Howard County Times Online >> Full article. 

"Why should you fly to the Beaches of South Walton in Northwest Florida (aka the Panhandle, Emerald Coast) when you can drive a few hours and be at Ocean City? Numerous answers come to mind.  Approximately 8 million of your closest friends and family visit the 10 to 12 miles of Ocean City annually, most of them between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. They stay in the 25,000 condo units, 10,000 hotel rooms and your home.

Summer is the peak season for BSW, also. There are about 15,000 units (condos, cottages, hotels and rooms) in 15 beach towns spread throughout 26 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, and by contrast, fewer than 1 million visited last summer. These are multi-generational families whose little ones grow up and return as adults for the 1,100 annual beachfront wedding ceremonies."

▶ Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
Houston Style Magazine >> Full article.

"As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.

“Luckily, the impacts we have seen from the oil spill have been minor, and our 26-mile coastline has remained open for enjoyment from day one,” said Dawn Moliterno, executive director of Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council. “There are many reasons that our destination keeps visitors coming back every year and now is a great time to check out all those beyond the beach activities that make a vacation here such an unforgettable experience.”"

▶ America's Best Little Beach Towns: Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Travel + Leisure >> Full article.

"This northwestern Florida beach town was once a turpentine mecca, back when you needed the distilled sap to build ships. Today, it prides itself on its hiking and biking trails, as well as its Caribbean-style artists’ colony."

▶ Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton - Day 1
Girl's Getaway Guide >> Full article.

"Who knew you could have one of your best Girlfriend Getaway experiences with complete strangers? That’s exactly what I did during my Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton. A few months ago, I received a wonderful, heartfelt letter from Jennie Ann Dean (no relation to Paula although upon meeting her you may think otherwise) explaining that her best friend Sondra (aka Rooster) was in desperate need of a Girls Getaway but they had limited budgets to work with. Jennie Ann simply asked, “is there anything you can do to help us?”

▶ Alys Beach on COCOCOZY Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on HGTV: Design Happens Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on NottingHill Blog >> Read.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Postcards from South Walton: Beach lovers find relative peace in the panhandle
Howard County Times Online >> Full article. 

"Why should you fly to the Beaches of South Walton in Northwest Florida (aka the Panhandle, Emerald Coast) when you can drive a few hours and be at Ocean City? Numerous answers come to mind.  Approximately 8 million of your closest friends and family visit the 10 to 12 miles of Ocean City annually, most of them between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. They stay in the 25,000 condo units, 10,000 hotel rooms and your home.

Summer is the peak season for BSW, also. There are about 15,000 units (condos, cottages, hotels and rooms) in 15 beach towns spread throughout 26 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, and by contrast, fewer than 1 million visited last summer. These are multi-generational families whose little ones grow up and return as adults for the 1,100 annual beachfront wedding ceremonies."

▶ Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
Houston Style Magazine >> Full article.

"As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.

“Luckily, the impacts we have seen from the oil spill have been minor, and our 26-mile coastline has remained open for enjoyment from day one,” said Dawn Moliterno, executive director of Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council. “There are many reasons that our destination keeps visitors coming back every year and now is a great time to check out all those beyond the beach activities that make a vacation here such an unforgettable experience.”"

▶ America's Best Little Beach Towns: Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Travel + Leisure >> Full article.

"This northwestern Florida beach town was once a turpentine mecca, back when you needed the distilled sap to build ships. Today, it prides itself on its hiking and biking trails, as well as its Caribbean-style artists’ colony."

▶ Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton - Day 1
Girl's Getaway Guide >> Full article.

"Who knew you could have one of your best Girlfriend Getaway experiences with complete strangers? That’s exactly what I did during my Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton. A few months ago, I received a wonderful, heartfelt letter from Jennie Ann Dean (no relation to Paula although upon meeting her you may think otherwise) explaining that her best friend Sondra (aka Rooster) was in desperate need of a Girls Getaway but they had limited budgets to work with. Jennie Ann simply asked, “is there anything you can do to help us?”

▶ Alys Beach on COCOCOZY Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on HGTV: Design Happens Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on NottingHill Blog >> Read.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Postcards from South Walton: Beach lovers find relative peace in the panhandle
Howard County Times Online >> Full article. 

"Why should you fly to the Beaches of South Walton in Northwest Florida (aka the Panhandle, Emerald Coast) when you can drive a few hours and be at Ocean City? Numerous answers come to mind.  Approximately 8 million of your closest friends and family visit the 10 to 12 miles of Ocean City annually, most of them between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. They stay in the 25,000 condo units, 10,000 hotel rooms and your home.

Summer is the peak season for BSW, also. There are about 15,000 units (condos, cottages, hotels and rooms) in 15 beach towns spread throughout 26 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline, and by contrast, fewer than 1 million visited last summer. These are multi-generational families whose little ones grow up and return as adults for the 1,100 annual beachfront wedding ceremonies."

▶ Beaches of South Walton Offers Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with ‘Beyond the Beach’ Activities for Visitors
Houston Style Magazine >> Full article.

"As the Gulf oil situation passes its 90th day, Beaches of South Walton, known for its emerald waters and white sand beaches, announces Top 30 Reasons to Go Anyway with unique ‘Beyond the Beach’ experiences for visitors regardless of beach conditions.

“Luckily, the impacts we have seen from the oil spill have been minor, and our 26-mile coastline has remained open for enjoyment from day one,” said Dawn Moliterno, executive director of Beaches of South Walton Tourist Development Council. “There are many reasons that our destination keeps visitors coming back every year and now is a great time to check out all those beyond the beach activities that make a vacation here such an unforgettable experience.”"

▶ America's Best Little Beach Towns: Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Travel + Leisure >> Full article.

"This northwestern Florida beach town was once a turpentine mecca, back when you needed the distilled sap to build ships. Today, it prides itself on its hiking and biking trails, as well as its Caribbean-style artists’ colony."

▶ Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton - Day 1
Girl's Getaway Guide >> Full article.

"Who knew you could have one of your best Girlfriend Getaway experiences with complete strangers? That’s exactly what I did during my Girls Getaway to the Beaches of South Walton. A few months ago, I received a wonderful, heartfelt letter from Jennie Ann Dean (no relation to Paula although upon meeting her you may think otherwise) explaining that her best friend Sondra (aka Rooster) was in desperate need of a Girls Getaway but they had limited budgets to work with. Jennie Ann simply asked, “is there anything you can do to help us?”

▶ Alys Beach on COCOCOZY Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on HGTV: Design Happens Blog >> Read.

▶ Rosemary Beach on NottingHill Blog >> Read.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

South Walton on the 'Net - Grayton Beach, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, and more.

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Alys Beach - This Is Florida?, ShelterPop.com >> Full article. "Beach hotels can get stale. Some resorts are so similar -- tropical drinks, crowded beaches and trite floral bedding -- that you could be chilling in Miami, Cancun or Puerto Rico and experience the exact same scene. This is why Alys Beach, a master-planned community along Florida's panhandle that was completed in 2005, is a refreshing find. Named "America's Best Spot for the Design-Savvy" by Forbes.com in 2008, this small coastal town is a collection of stark-white buildings with hipped roofs more often found in Antigua or Bermuda, than in Florida."

▶ Grayton Beach - Points Of Inspiration - Grayton Beach, AFrightenedWriter.com >> Full article.
"In short, it’s hard to find something comparable to the warm light green waters of the Emerald Coast of Florida and particularly Grayton Beach, FL – a place I write about hesitatingly in fear others will discover it"

▶ Rosemary Beach, Satisfying Spaces  >> Full article.
"I have heard many great things about the architecture and beauty of this little town. Here are some photos I found that really got me excited to visit this particular location…"

▶ Seaside - 31 Rights-of-Way in Seaside, Florida, Planologie  >> Full article.
"My three hours or so in Seaside/Watercolor was spent riding around on my beach cruiser, taking photos, and eating lunch. I will probably put together a follow up to this post, so for the moment I’ll focus on what I found to be Seaside’s most impressive and inspiring achievement—its myriad rights-of-way built for people, not cars. An even more impressive achievement considering the local population of only several thousand."

▶ Beaches of South Walton - Don't let the oil spill hamper your plans to visit the Gulf Coast, NOLA.com >> Full article.
"Although there are some exceptions, most buildings along Scenic Hw. 30-A are no more than four stories, which means there are very few high-rises here, and more of a community atmosphere. Those looking for activity along 30-A would do well to stay in or near Seaside.  But many developments have built on the seaside of the road, which means views can be limited."

▶ Walton county - Top 5 Places Where America's Money Is Moving, Yahoo.com >> Full article.
No. 5: Walton County, Fla.
Arriving average income per capita: $45,591
Departing average income per capita: $28,360
Stationary household average income per capita: $30,553
Total arriving people: 3,939
Total departing people: 3,230
Top origin: Okaloosa County, Fla. (1,148 people)

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Alys Beach - This Is Florida?, ShelterPop.com >> Full article. "Beach hotels can get stale. Some resorts are so similar -- tropical drinks, crowded beaches and trite floral bedding -- that you could be chilling in Miami, Cancun or Puerto Rico and experience the exact same scene. This is why Alys Beach, a master-planned community along Florida's panhandle that was completed in 2005, is a refreshing find. Named "America's Best Spot for the Design-Savvy" by Forbes.com in 2008, this small coastal town is a collection of stark-white buildings with hipped roofs more often found in Antigua or Bermuda, than in Florida."

▶ Grayton Beach - Points Of Inspiration - Grayton Beach, AFrightenedWriter.com >> Full article.
"In short, it’s hard to find something comparable to the warm light green waters of the Emerald Coast of Florida and particularly Grayton Beach, FL – a place I write about hesitatingly in fear others will discover it"

▶ Rosemary Beach, Satisfying Spaces  >> Full article.
"I have heard many great things about the architecture and beauty of this little town. Here are some photos I found that really got me excited to visit this particular location…"

▶ Seaside - 31 Rights-of-Way in Seaside, Florida, Planologie  >> Full article.
"My three hours or so in Seaside/Watercolor was spent riding around on my beach cruiser, taking photos, and eating lunch. I will probably put together a follow up to this post, so for the moment I’ll focus on what I found to be Seaside’s most impressive and inspiring achievement—its myriad rights-of-way built for people, not cars. An even more impressive achievement considering the local population of only several thousand."

▶ Beaches of South Walton - Don't let the oil spill hamper your plans to visit the Gulf Coast, NOLA.com >> Full article.
"Although there are some exceptions, most buildings along Scenic Hw. 30-A are no more than four stories, which means there are very few high-rises here, and more of a community atmosphere. Those looking for activity along 30-A would do well to stay in or near Seaside.  But many developments have built on the seaside of the road, which means views can be limited."

▶ Walton county - Top 5 Places Where America's Money Is Moving, Yahoo.com >> Full article.
No. 5: Walton County, Fla.
Arriving average income per capita: $45,591
Departing average income per capita: $28,360
Stationary household average income per capita: $30,553
Total arriving people: 3,939
Total departing people: 3,230
Top origin: Okaloosa County, Fla. (1,148 people)

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Alys Beach - This Is Florida?, ShelterPop.com >> Full article. "Beach hotels can get stale. Some resorts are so similar -- tropical drinks, crowded beaches and trite floral bedding -- that you could be chilling in Miami, Cancun or Puerto Rico and experience the exact same scene. This is why Alys Beach, a master-planned community along Florida's panhandle that was completed in 2005, is a refreshing find. Named "America's Best Spot for the Design-Savvy" by Forbes.com in 2008, this small coastal town is a collection of stark-white buildings with hipped roofs more often found in Antigua or Bermuda, than in Florida."

▶ Grayton Beach - Points Of Inspiration - Grayton Beach, AFrightenedWriter.com >> Full article.
"In short, it’s hard to find something comparable to the warm light green waters of the Emerald Coast of Florida and particularly Grayton Beach, FL – a place I write about hesitatingly in fear others will discover it"

▶ Rosemary Beach, Satisfying Spaces  >> Full article.
"I have heard many great things about the architecture and beauty of this little town. Here are some photos I found that really got me excited to visit this particular location…"

▶ Seaside - 31 Rights-of-Way in Seaside, Florida, Planologie  >> Full article.
"My three hours or so in Seaside/Watercolor was spent riding around on my beach cruiser, taking photos, and eating lunch. I will probably put together a follow up to this post, so for the moment I’ll focus on what I found to be Seaside’s most impressive and inspiring achievement—its myriad rights-of-way built for people, not cars. An even more impressive achievement considering the local population of only several thousand."

▶ Beaches of South Walton - Don't let the oil spill hamper your plans to visit the Gulf Coast, NOLA.com >> Full article.
"Although there are some exceptions, most buildings along Scenic Hw. 30-A are no more than four stories, which means there are very few high-rises here, and more of a community atmosphere. Those looking for activity along 30-A would do well to stay in or near Seaside.  But many developments have built on the seaside of the road, which means views can be limited."

▶ Walton county - Top 5 Places Where America's Money Is Moving, Yahoo.com >> Full article.
No. 5: Walton County, Fla.
Arriving average income per capita: $45,591
Departing average income per capita: $28,360
Stationary household average income per capita: $30,553
Total arriving people: 3,939
Total departing people: 3,230
Top origin: Okaloosa County, Fla. (1,148 people)

▶ The History of Grayton Beach on YouTube.com >> Watch.

▶ Alys Beach - This Is Florida?, ShelterPop.com >> Full article. "Beach hotels can get stale. Some resorts are so similar -- tropical drinks, crowded beaches and trite floral bedding -- that you could be chilling in Miami, Cancun or Puerto Rico and experience the exact same scene. This is why Alys Beach, a master-planned community along Florida's panhandle that was completed in 2005, is a refreshing find. Named "America's Best Spot for the Design-Savvy" by Forbes.com in 2008, this small coastal town is a collection of stark-white buildings with hipped roofs more often found in Antigua or Bermuda, than in Florida."

▶ Grayton Beach - Points Of Inspiration - Grayton Beach, AFrightenedWriter.com >> Full article.
"In short, it’s hard to find something comparable to the warm light green waters of the Emerald Coast of Florida and particularly Grayton Beach, FL – a place I write about hesitatingly in fear others will discover it"

▶ Rosemary Beach, Satisfying Spaces  >> Full article.
"I have heard many great things about the architecture and beauty of this little town. Here are some photos I found that really got me excited to visit this particular location…"

▶ Seaside - 31 Rights-of-Way in Seaside, Florida, Planologie  >> Full article.
"My three hours or so in Seaside/Watercolor was spent riding around on my beach cruiser, taking photos, and eating lunch. I will probably put together a follow up to this post, so for the moment I’ll focus on what I found to be Seaside’s most impressive and inspiring achievement—its myriad rights-of-way built for people, not cars. An even more impressive achievement considering the local population of only several thousand."

▶ Beaches of South Walton - Don't let the oil spill hamper your plans to visit the Gulf Coast, NOLA.com >> Full article.
"Although there are some exceptions, most buildings along Scenic Hw. 30-A are no more than four stories, which means there are very few high-rises here, and more of a community atmosphere. Those looking for activity along 30-A would do well to stay in or near Seaside.  But many developments have built on the seaside of the road, which means views can be limited."

▶ Walton county - Top 5 Places Where America's Money Is Moving, Yahoo.com >> Full article.
No. 5: Walton County, Fla.
Arriving average income per capita: $45,591
Departing average income per capita: $28,360
Stationary household average income per capita: $30,553
Total arriving people: 3,939
Total departing people: 3,230
Top origin: Okaloosa County, Fla. (1,148 people)

Sunday Link ♥

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Third Cup of Coffee Blog "It's difficult to explain what it is about that Third Cup of Coffee, but it sometimes gets the psyche juiced. These are the ramblings of that Santa Rosa Beach-based mind."

♥  Simply Charmed in South Walton "Be Inspired and "Charm" Yourself with a unique, handcrafted, one of a kind work of art by Designer Janet Kinkade.  Simply Charmed In South Walton is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - I will do everything I can to exceed your expectations. I truly believe that these beautiful pieces will inspire you."

♥  The Oil Spill and South Walton/Scenic Hwy 30A - CONNECT on Facebook "Use this virtual space to share hyperlocal information, discussion, photos & share links that point to other important updates, news & resources for those living, or with a vested interest, in South Walton/30A in the Florida panhandle."

♥  Hands Across The Sand "Hands Across the Sand is a movement made of people of all walks of life and crosses political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife, fishing industry and coastal military missions. Let us share our knowledge, energies and passion for protecting all of the above from the devastating effects of oil drilling." 

♥  South Walton on VisitSouth.com "Someone asked me (Susan Vallee) the other day what makes South Walton such a great place to live. Was it the beauty of our coastal dune lakes and beach? The diverse architecture? I thought about it for a second and realized no. It’s the people. It’s that guy at the end of the bar drinking Bud out of a can and wearing torn jeans (who is a multi-millionaire), or the new friend you made over toasts to the fading sun. People are comfortable being themselves here. You are either grateful to live here or are happy to be here on vacation. It’s an inspiring atmosphere."

Just A Miscellaneous FOODIE Link
♥ Everyday Food Blog  "The latest news, ideas, and inspiration beyond the pages of EVERYDAY FOOD magazine, packed with easy recipe ideas, behind the scenes photos, budget-friendly tips, and more."

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Third Cup of Coffee Blog "It's difficult to explain what it is about that Third Cup of Coffee, but it sometimes gets the psyche juiced. These are the ramblings of that Santa Rosa Beach-based mind."

♥  Simply Charmed in South Walton "Be Inspired and "Charm" Yourself with a unique, handcrafted, one of a kind work of art by Designer Janet Kinkade.  Simply Charmed In South Walton is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - I will do everything I can to exceed your expectations. I truly believe that these beautiful pieces will inspire you."

♥  The Oil Spill and South Walton/Scenic Hwy 30A - CONNECT on Facebook "Use this virtual space to share hyperlocal information, discussion, photos & share links that point to other important updates, news & resources for those living, or with a vested interest, in South Walton/30A in the Florida panhandle."

♥  Hands Across The Sand "Hands Across the Sand is a movement made of people of all walks of life and crosses political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife, fishing industry and coastal military missions. Let us share our knowledge, energies and passion for protecting all of the above from the devastating effects of oil drilling." 

♥  South Walton on VisitSouth.com "Someone asked me (Susan Vallee) the other day what makes South Walton such a great place to live. Was it the beauty of our coastal dune lakes and beach? The diverse architecture? I thought about it for a second and realized no. It’s the people. It’s that guy at the end of the bar drinking Bud out of a can and wearing torn jeans (who is a multi-millionaire), or the new friend you made over toasts to the fading sun. People are comfortable being themselves here. You are either grateful to live here or are happy to be here on vacation. It’s an inspiring atmosphere."

Just A Miscellaneous FOODIE Link
♥ Everyday Food Blog  "The latest news, ideas, and inspiration beyond the pages of EVERYDAY FOOD magazine, packed with easy recipe ideas, behind the scenes photos, budget-friendly tips, and more."

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Third Cup of Coffee Blog "It's difficult to explain what it is about that Third Cup of Coffee, but it sometimes gets the psyche juiced. These are the ramblings of that Santa Rosa Beach-based mind."

♥  Simply Charmed in South Walton "Be Inspired and "Charm" Yourself with a unique, handcrafted, one of a kind work of art by Designer Janet Kinkade.  Simply Charmed In South Walton is focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - I will do everything I can to exceed your expectations. I truly believe that these beautiful pieces will inspire you."

♥  The Oil Spill and South Walton/Scenic Hwy 30A - CONNECT on Facebook "Use this virtual space to share hyperlocal information, discussion, photos & share links that point to other important updates, news & resources for those living, or with a vested interest, in South Walton/30A in the Florida panhandle."

♥  Hands Across The Sand "Hands Across the Sand is a movement made of people of all walks of life and crosses political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife, fishing industry and coastal military missions. Let us share our knowledge, energies and passion for protecting all of the above from the devastating effects of oil drilling." 

♥  South Walton on VisitSouth.com "Someone asked me (Susan Vallee) the other day what makes South Walton such a great place to live. Was it the beauty of our coastal dune lakes and beach? The diverse architecture? I thought about it for a second and realized no. It’s the people. It’s that guy at the end of the bar drinking Bud out of a can and wearing torn jeans (who is a multi-millionaire), or the new friend you made over toasts to the fading sun. People are comfortable being themselves here. You are either grateful to live here or are happy to be here on vacation. It’s an inspiring atmosphere."

Just A Miscellaneous FOODIE Link
♥ Everyday Food Blog  "The latest news, ideas, and inspiration beyond the pages of EVERYDAY FOOD magazine, packed with easy recipe ideas, behind the scenes photos, budget-friendly tips, and more."

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

Sunday Link ♥

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Shine By The Sea - Discover Yoga. Discover Yourself. "I (Lori Klinger) am thrilled that you are now able to access all of my yoga offerings in one place. This should be an easy way to check my local schedule, get inspired with quotes and music, and stay abreast of happenings with local workshops and retreats around the world."

♥  Sugar Rush on FACEBOOK "Designer Cakes::Rock Star Cookies!" Walton county, Florida.

♥  WalCo Eco Tours "Kayak and nature guided tours on Scenic Highway 30A's rare Coastal Dune Lakes lead by guide Murray Balkcom."

♥  Gulf Coast Shutters "Locally owned and operated since 2001, our company’s primary focus is to beautify and protect homes and businesses in Northwest Florida. GCS has been recognized locally and nationally for its commitment to excellence with several distinguished awards." 

♥  Illuminating Hearts Yoga on FACEBOOK "I (Krista Squiers) created Illuminating Hearts Yoga in 2008 on the knowing that yoga is not just an exercise, but a profound yet simple way of being that leads to amazing love, light, joy and unending peace.""

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Ta-Da List  "Ta-da List is the web's simplest and fastest to-do list maker. Ta-da even works on the iPhone."  >>

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Shine By The Sea - Discover Yoga. Discover Yourself. "I (Lori Klinger) am thrilled that you are now able to access all of my yoga offerings in one place. This should be an easy way to check my local schedule, get inspired with quotes and music, and stay abreast of happenings with local workshops and retreats around the world."

♥  Sugar Rush on FACEBOOK "Designer Cakes::Rock Star Cookies!" Walton county, Florida.

♥  WalCo Eco Tours "Kayak and nature guided tours on Scenic Highway 30A's rare Coastal Dune Lakes lead by guide Murray Balkcom."

♥  Gulf Coast Shutters "Locally owned and operated since 2001, our company’s primary focus is to beautify and protect homes and businesses in Northwest Florida. GCS has been recognized locally and nationally for its commitment to excellence with several distinguished awards." 

♥  Illuminating Hearts Yoga on FACEBOOK "I (Krista Squiers) created Illuminating Hearts Yoga in 2008 on the knowing that yoga is not just an exercise, but a profound yet simple way of being that leads to amazing love, light, joy and unending peace.""

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Ta-Da List  "Ta-da List is the web's simplest and fastest to-do list maker. Ta-da even works on the iPhone."  >>

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net

On Link ♥, we celebrate those who have embraced the potential and power of the Internet, social networking, and social media.  Here you'll find links to websites, blogs, and other online spaces owned and operated by locals and local businesses up and down the Emerald Coast.  Have a special virtual place you own or know about that you would like to share?  Email me the link at jill@southwaltonscene.com.

♥  Shine By The Sea - Discover Yoga. Discover Yourself. "I (Lori Klinger) am thrilled that you are now able to access all of my yoga offerings in one place. This should be an easy way to check my local schedule, get inspired with quotes and music, and stay abreast of happenings with local workshops and retreats around the world."

♥  Sugar Rush on FACEBOOK "Designer Cakes::Rock Star Cookies!" Walton county, Florida.

♥  WalCo Eco Tours "Kayak and nature guided tours on Scenic Highway 30A's rare Coastal Dune Lakes lead by guide Murray Balkcom."

♥  Gulf Coast Shutters "Locally owned and operated since 2001, our company’s primary focus is to beautify and protect homes and businesses in Northwest Florida. GCS has been recognized locally and nationally for its commitment to excellence with several distinguished awards." 

♥  Illuminating Hearts Yoga on FACEBOOK "I (Krista Squiers) created Illuminating Hearts Yoga in 2008 on the knowing that yoga is not just an exercise, but a profound yet simple way of being that leads to amazing love, light, joy and unending peace.""

Just A Miscellaneous HELPFUL Link
♥ Ta-Da List  "Ta-da List is the web's simplest and fastest to-do list maker. Ta-da even works on the iPhone."  >>

And Don't Forget About This Link ...
♥  South Walton CONNECT 

Related Links:

• South Walton BLOGS
• Sunday Link ♥ Archives
• South Walton on the 'Net