An almost ignored orchid sat in the kitchen nook looking for light and life. Behold this plant found the strength and determination to put forth a pure white bloom and surprise its owner.

A dramatic sunset across the saltwater swamp conveys peace and quiet of the evening. Day is done and soon the sun will drop beyond the horizion.

By the Saltwater Cowboys Restaurant is a tidal arm of the saltwater swamp where the water rises and falls. The nearly still surface of the water mirrors the surrounding vegetation.

This rustic photograph was taken at the Saltwater Cowboys Restaurant. Its fishing theme is very appropriate for the Saint Augustine, Florida area. As an outdoor display it weathers with time.

This restaurant is a converted house located in a swamp where the tide rises and falls. Its cats roam free and give diners entertainment while waiting to enter the building.

These cats roam free near the Saltwater Cowboys Restaurant close to Saint Augustine. One cannot touch or pet the cats who live by the restaurant

St. Augustine celebrates the holidays by outlining the downtown buildings with lights and this photo was taken on the waterfront during this occasion. The view is from the Bridge of Lions and shows waterfront lights reflected in the water.

Whichever deck you are on the views from the Bay Tour Boat are great. Relax and rest your feet while you feast your eyes on Saint Augustine, Florida, from the water. Spot places you want to see later as you walk about this historic town.

The newly cleaned and returned North Lion in Saint Augustine, Florida stands guard over the traffic flow. His fellow lion stands guard on the other side of the roadway. The Bridge of Lions is the gateway to Saint Augustine Beach for a variety of wa...

Traffic flows on the Saint Augustine Bridge of Lions in Florida while the North Lion guards the roadway. In one of the four towers on the bridge the draw portion is controlled and brings road traffic to a halt while sea traffic continues on its way.

Those with large and small boats and yachts will find this a cozy place to anchor with housing nearby. This is a popular harbor with dining and marine repair. The view of Downtown Saint Augustine is across the water and invites visitors to explore ...

This is a view of Satint Augustine taken through a smoky haze in June 2011. The Castillo de san Marcos streatches along the water front with various buildings in the background.

Enjoy the shady view of the twists of Moultrie Creek in St. Augustine, Florida. It is a cool view.

The spring sun streams through twisted trees along the paved walkway. A visual delight for the eye.

Photo taken along Moultrie Creek in St. Augustine when the tide was low. Fresh green growth along the bank of the creek contrasts with the exposed oyster bed.