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Old 09-14-2009, 06:19 PM
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Welcome! This particular part of Florida isn't too buggy....except when the love bugs are around, in May and in Sept, October. They're annoying little beasts, but they don't bite or sting. What they can do is pit the paint on your car if they are hit while you are driving. They should be washed off within 24 or so hours. Google LoveBugs and find out a bit more about these creatures. When you arrive, they should be gone. There are dragonflies around throughout the year, but they cause no problems. If you're thinking mosquitos, well in the three years, I think I've encountered three.

We have had a wet summer, without a doubt. We have had only one problem with the rain and it was at an area where two windows come together. There is an arched window that sits atop two regular windows in the room at the front of my house. I own a Lantana. The rain and wind were pretty strong one afternoon...winds at or over 40mph. The wind was pushing the rain downpour towards those windows and we had water coming in through that joint. The caulking there was missing. It probably dried out and fell out. A quick repair rectified the problem. Not aware of water difficulties others might have.

November is a beautiful time of the year here, you'll enjoy the sun and the weather. The community is beautiful, the people are friendly and there are lots of things to do. ENJOY!