The lighthouse on Key Biscayne

So, I've been living in Illinois for almost four years now. In the time that I've been gone I've come to realize how much I took for granted that I lived in Miami. There were so many things that I just didn't make the time to take advantage of. For instance, the beach or the everglades or Knausberry Farm or the many local festivals that take place all year. I lived in South Florida for 17 years. That's a long time. How is it that I never knew there was a lighthouse at the very end of Key Biscayne? In high school and college we used to go to Crandon Beach on Key Biscayne, and yet I never knew about the lighthouse.

Either way, Justin and were sure to take advantage of the gorgeous weather while we visited. We tried to see as much as possible. Here are some of the pics from Billy Baggs Cape Florida State Park on Key Biscayne.

The view from below.

View from the top.

The shore line from the top.

View from the shore line. I really like this one.

My Mr. :)

No explanation needed. ::smile::

Toes in the sunwarmed sand.

I really enjoyed the way the light was filtering through this tree. Something about it felt magical to me. :)

This little guy ran past us as we were walking from the parking lot. He found a spot under a tree and proceeded to wait patiently for a group to finish their picnic. Smart little opportunist! Later we saw another raccoon being hand-fed by two guys finishing a picnic lunch. He was actually sitting on his back legs like a begging dog!

Anyway, I hope you enjoy the pics. If you're interested in visiting the lighthouse next time you're in Miami, here's the website with information: http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida/