Monika Depalo REALTOR consultant

Where do these unusual city names originate from? Well when I search the MLS I keep seeing Weeki Wachee and wondered where that name came from. Now I can stop wondering...plus it turned into a soap opera uncovering a claim against the new park manager.

it is a Choctaw Muskogean Native American Indian name and it connotes "Little Sping". The Choctoaw may have been plant cutters in the Mississppi and Alabama area anas well as Arizona.

The Mermaids of Hernando County in this Tampa-St. Pete area town have two enemies thinder and alligators that sneak in.

Then, the soap opera began. The State took over the park and the manager sexually harassed employees and an employees daughter who was a mermaid and was fired after an 88 page report was done.

Maybe a company will buy it so the state won't have to run it--does that mean that counties taxes are paying for entertaining mermaids that don't exist?

A genie pops out of a magic lamp and gives you 3 wishes...

would it be something material but not essential?

something unattainable at the moment?

or something practical like a new 401k?

Maybe it would be unselfish, perhaps a wish for someone close?

Or perhaps a worldly wish for peace and no missle strikes and countries getting along?

What you ponder actually tells you where you are in your life, hope your wishes come true!

Old World Custom Carriage Garage Doors create ambiance and provide that old Craftsman look in this Lake Mary home between Heathrow and Sanford-Florida

Various wood finishes can complement your home and add warmth.

Many have undergone wind load and impact testing at 90, 120 and 150 mph like hurricane force winds.

Some are are swing out and others are made to look like they do.

Some garage doors qualify for a tax credit.

Garage doors get used many times so are a practical expense.

Homeowners have to decide if the improved curb appeal is worth the extra few thousand dollars. For a luxury home, it adds a disctintive touch.

Seminole County vs. Volusia County

Similarities:

Both are in Florida. Both have only a few degrees of temperature difference.

Both Seminole County and Volusia County have populations in the 400,000 range although Volusia seems to have about 88,000 more people according to the 2008 census.

Differences:

Seminole county is closer to Orlando. Seminole has more inland areas.

Volusia county is closer to Daytona and Ormond Beach. Volusia has more beach areas.

Seminole has many corporations to employ people at a higher wage and the pace of living is faster. The mall is newer.

Volusia county seems to have less traffic and a slightly slower pace. The mall is older.

The people are a little more metro in the newer areas of Seminole county.

Volusia county has many historic buildings and towns. Seminole still has some.

Volusia county has a great deal of winding roads around many lakes.

Volusia county has more than 20% of the population over 65 years of age and Seminole only had 10% according to the 2008 census.

Seminole county has more traffic and lights and straight access roads probably because of it's access to malls, Orlando, dining, and attractions.

There seems to be more horses and acreage in Volusia county so it would be a good place for a ranch.

Seminole still has a few areas with acreage and horses but they are more hidden and subdivisions seem to have lessened their existence.

Crepe Myrtle Trees

In Sanford-Florida are Abloom!

After a late summer, the crepe myrtle trees are now in full bloom and make Sylvan Lake an even prettier site than it usually is. There are few different pictures to share with you to allow you enjoy the beauty of this neighborhood.

Lake Sylvan Preserve has the peacefulness of a community with a mall, a zoo, another lake and more just down the road. It is centrally located and close to I-4.

If you would like to know more facts about this area you may e-mail me at monikadepalo@adamscameron.com. Any comments or questions are welcome. I'd love to show you around the neighborhood and the surrounding area if you reside in another country or state.

See you soon!