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A Day Trip To The Coast      Last week Brian and I started talking about taking a road trip on the weekend.  One of the things we have set as a goal is to get out at least a couple of times a month and see some of the many, many things Florida has to offer.  On Saturday we decided to drive to the east side of Florida and look around the area and Air Force Base where we used to live.     After deciding to take the "scenic" route we headed out at about 8:30am.  When you have the time, I always recommend taking the road less traveled to get somewhere.  You really get to see the places that most tourists never see.        Many do not realize it but, Florida has rolling hills, tall pines and absolutely stunning scenery.  In fact, the central part of Florida is home to over 600 thoroughbred breeding horse farms.  There are over 70,000 acres of farms, most of which are in the central Florida part of the state.  We ...

Lemony Chickpea & Chicken Salad    I came across this recipe recently and wanted to share!  Summer time is salad time!  No-one really feels like cooking, let alone eat a heavy meal.  This recipe is perfect on both counts!   Ive adapted the recipe from a book entitled 5 Ingredient Weeknight Meals.   The original recipe didn't include avocado.  I think it is a great addition, but if you don't care for them they can be easily omitted.  Give it a try.  I think you'll love it as much as I do.      Makes 4 servings      Hands on time 5 mins     Dressing             3 Tbsp olive oil               1 lemon for 1 tsp. zest and 3 Tbsp juice               1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard               1/2 tsp table salt             ...