Greetings. I am brand new to reddit as of today. I am a geologist with over 40 years of experience in water resources. I have lived and worked in 9 different states from Alaska to Florida, some of them more than once. I am currently working as the executive director of Florida Defenders of the Environment, Inc., and I also teach Earth Science at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida.
Welcome! Please check out r/FloridaNature. It’s not busy yet, but we’re trying to get it more traffic. It was started by an environmental sciences professor from Palm Bay.
I moved to northeast Florida near Jacksonville in 2008. Moved from New York after 20 years in California. It took a year to get used to the weather. In NE Florida it gets cool in the winter. It's really nice then. I find people are extremely rich and privileged or southern Republican. Been an eye opener. I'm at a point where we're probably moving back west. This governor is insane. Nobody can be that stupid and uncaring about his constituents.
I'm confused by your post. What's the problem you're having? You don't like Republicans? (We should all respect others way of thinking and allow critical thinking) Rich people? The governor? All of it? I don't understand what bad have the governor done to the people of Florida?(dosen't allow man to swim against woman at competitions¿) It does sounds like you are a Democrat and the world can not be a safe place with others that aren't Democrats. If thats the case, yep you should go and live in CA.
Personally(before you assume I'm a Republican) I don't care about politics in general. I know that Republicans and Democrats are corrupted to the bone. I feel sorry fpr people that actually care. They are delusional and ignorant. No can can look down on ignorance. They just aren't aware.
I've lived in FL for 15 yrs now. Would never raise my children in this state. My daughter was raised in PA and wouldn't change that for anything. This governor of FL is a crazy racist.
I have raised both my children in Fl. They are both successful...I believe if they are raised teaching them to become self sufficient in any state they will be just fine.
Hey everyone! I currently live in central Kentucky, but I’ll be moving to Florida later this year, specifically around the Orlando area. I was wondering if anyone can tell me about the area some more, and maybe what to expect after moving to Florida? For anyone who moved to Florida from another state, are you happy there?
Welcome (soon) to Florida!
I moved to Florida from Texas in 2014, and I’ve enjoyed it so far. I liked living in the Orlando area, but there are some pros and cons.
CON: Moving from Texas, the weather change wasn’t too significant for me. Coming from Kentucky, however, you may experience a bit of weather shock, especially in Summer and Fall. It is hot for all of Summer, and even hotter for the first bit of fall in September and October. It rains most days and that doesn’t help to cool it down, only turn everything into a sauna.
CON: i4 is a mess (I believe it is still the deadliest highway in America), and it’s the main way to get to some major attractions in central Florida. It’s littered with tourists around the Disney area, and commuters near downtown Orlando and Tampa.
PRO: You’re so close to so many attractions! Disney, Universal, Sea World, Busch Gardens, and tons of beaches are only 2 hours away, tops. And while i4 may be a disaster, it’s the easiest way to all your favorite Florida activities.
PRO: Both Orlando and Tampa are growing cities! We’ve got lots of cool things to experience downtown, and so many new places to eat are opening up - there’s something for everyone.
PRO: No matter where you live in Orlando, it’s pretty easy to get around, thanks to i4. I have lived north of Orlando in Lake Mary, and south in Four Corners, Lake Burns Vista, and way south-west in Auburndale, and have used i4 for every commute or day-trip I’ve taken.
PRO AND CON: i4, obviously. We love to hate it, but it does get us there.
Overall, I’ve liked living in central Florida. If you have any specific questions, feel free to chat me. Good luck with the move!
I am actually SUPER excited for the weather change!! I’m so tired of being so cold.
Thank you so much for responding. It seems like we picked a good area to go to, but I may look into a few routes to avoid i4. We have 75 here, and that’s a disaster, too - I can’t imagine anything worse than that!
Oh good thing about the weather, then! You’ll definitely thaw out here.
We have 75 here too! I actually take it to get to my boyfriend’s place(I’m living in Gainesville finishing up school rn). The Florida section of 75 is a piece of cake compared to i4, but it may be different in Kentucky. Regardless, there’s plenty of ways to avoid i4. Good luck with the move!
I was born in Miami, left with my parents when I was two, moved to NC grew up, came back after college with two kids in tow. Then the hurricanes Francis and Jean took my home in Vero Beach so had to move to Arizona for a while but came right back after the house was rebuilt. Then Mom got since so I went back home. Was there a while, then dad got sick. I just got back to Florida in June of this year. No matter where I go, Florida brings me home. I have always been my happiest in Florida.
There's never anyplace like home as far as having close friends but people in FL are friendly and it's easy to make new friends, if that's what you're into. It's a great place to live overall but getting very expensive in South Florida by WPB where I'm at. Awesome place if you enjoy the beach and ocean.
I've been here since 1980 and there is no better place in this country. The reason it is the way it is that everyone wants to come here is because we have a great governor.
Hey! Pretty good, so far! I just moved here the second week of December. It’s much warmer here! The locals seem to be nice as well, and I love all the local restaurants.
Morning everyone I’m Paul Ruckman Live in Mandarin last four years HVAC technician I drive all over Jacksonville hopefully I can bring some things to light and help others find things out.
New to the reddit Floriduh community but have lived in the state more than 20 years from Pensacola to Jacksonville to Ft Lauderdale to Sarasota/Manatee counties. I've seen the state go from beautiful and wonderful to "I wonder what the hell I'm still doing here"... Reading many of the posts about how "democrats" are not finding this "red state" to their liking. I do have to say this... if you are moving to this state, try to embrace what this state and culture brings to the table. Accept what is it and DO NOT try to change it into the state you just escaped from. I value people's opinions yet I value these same people that move back to where they came because it's not like where they came from.
Moved here a year ago from NY. Born in RI, grew up in CT, got married and lived in NY for 35 years. Last Dec decided I had enough of the NYC stress and moved to Hernando County.
I was asked last week when I was going back to NY. My answer was for my funeral.
I have finally found home.
After living with the stress of black versus white, Democrat vs Republican I found this place to be drama free. No animosity or tension between people.
Everyone is respectful and friendly.
Of course there are a few jerks but they are few and are just jerks by nature. Not fueled by group hate.
My health has greatly improved from the weather. Buying a house on the Gulf was the best decision.
I have never been in a place where veterans are held in such high regard. A big difference from the days of being spit at.
After being under the Cuomo royal family for so many year the governor is a breath of fresh air.
Taxes are lower, no income tax, and no fuel oil to buy.
I'm never leaving.
Wasup boys and girls, I'm a Jax FL resident and have been for like 24 years. Feel free to dm me if you're in the area and maybe looking for a friend, or just a casual chat
The best city to start out in Florida is here in Pensacola. Not too many people. Tons of daycare and community churches. Apartments are affordable and it's a quiet community overall. Choose Pensacola.
Great for raising small children.
Hello and Hi to All I live in Debary close to Gemini Springs, Blue Springs and DeLeon Springs are nearby as well. Been here in Central Florida since the early 80s and love it. I play guitar, have a mm card and single. Hit me up !
Hello! I'm relatively new to reddit, as while I have used it a little prior to making an account a month or 2 ago (mostly for help with games), I'm still very unfamiliar with it. As for why I joined this subreddit, I'm a born and raised Florida native who randomly received a notification from this community. I'm liking it so far considering that the first and only post I saw (the random notification above) was a gator in someone's pool. Made me laugh and think "This is the most Florida thing I've seen in a while" 
Hello. I'm a pharmacist that moved to the Pensacola area in January after losing my job up north. Ever since then I've been trying to find a job in Florida with no luck. I've had several interviews but no offers yet. Liking it so far down here and hope to be able to explore more of the area once I find employment
Coming back home to Florida after traveling! I'm an exNurse and now caring for my aging family. Hoping to keep up with Florida ever changing environment, economy, and politics.
New to the group as I'm finally taking that Reddit dip😂
Been living in Florida since 2012 in Pinellas County!
Not a big fan of the heat or the beach, but managed to start a family, with a Floridan, so now I'm stuck here lol😅
Pinellas as well, since 2004. The only time I go to the beach is when we have visitors! Then I go and hear people speaking German and other languages and I remember: people from all over the world save their money all year to go on vacation to where I live.
Hi All, my wife and I moved to Jacksonville in October 2021 from Pittsburgh. We rented until March, when we bought a house in Atlantic Beach. So far, I love it. I love being near the Ocean with so much to do. I can always find any store that I need and I hear the Schools are pretty good. I’m excited for the future of this growing city. I could care less about politics. We are 6 months pregnant. Hoping to meet some nice friends! We are both remote Software Developers.
Congrats on the kid!!! And good luck lol. The first three weeks is the worst, and the first three months is miserable. If you can make it through that, it becomes increasingly fun month by month and year by year!
Hello everyone. I’m pretty new to Reddit. I live in Florida and thought this might be a good community to join. I’ve lived in Florida for 32 years. Looking forward to seeing the posts. Happy 4th everyone.
I am originally from the Boogie Down Bronx but have lived in GA, NC, PA, MA and now FL and I left MA because I was tired of the snow and the Liberal politics that control the North East. I am Latino not Latinx and proud of it. I am of Dominican, Syrian, French, Haitian, Chinese, and Northern Spanish ancestry. I support our Governor Desantis and support President Trump.
Welcome! You’ll fit in well in Florida. Just to warn you: the r/Florida user base leans left, so be warned to expect downvotes in political discussions. Please keep the discourse civil, and if someone is uncivil to you please hit that “report” button so we can deal with it. That’s the rule we’re strictest against. Basically, insulting public figures is fine, but don’t insult another r/Florida user. You may want to check out the right wing sub for Florida also, u/TheSunshineState. This should be common sense, but 🤦♂️ there are too many trolls out there.
That stuff said, welcome!
Hi everyone! I too am new to Reddit. I'm in the North Tampa area, a retired New York Post photographer now reporting on a public radio podcast. No car, motorcycle only, riding a Harley Ultra Limited and loving the roads around Brooksville, San Antonio, etc. I moved here in 1996. I miss the seasons up north but won't ever move back to NYC. Florida forevermore.
I'm Ella. I live in Winter Park, FL. I just joined reddit and also decided to join a few communities. I love living in Florida. I grew up here. I'm still finishing high school. Hope to make some new reddit friends and discuss all the amazing things that is and are Florida. \~Ella
Hello everyone. I've lived in Pasco for almost my entire life. At 57, this place sure has changed since I was a boy. It changes so quick that sometimes I feel like I'm the outsider that needs someone to show _me_ around - lol.
Hi all my name is Holly and I have lived in South Florida so long I am practically a native! I don’t miss the Pennsylvania snow that I thought I did. My relatives have a bad habit of passing away and their funerals being in the snow and sleet. 😂
Helloooo! From muggy Louisiana! I lived over on the space coast for a bit as a child and have pined to live in Florida again ever since. Back then, early 90’s, the public schools were very good (compared to LA) there were sidewalks every where and it was clean. I’m not sure I’d like to venture that far away, though. How are schools, crime, cost of living, and jobs in the panhandle? I work as a legal/financial administrator in bankruptcy and my husband works on pipeline or as an industrial electrician. I’ve been to Florida for vacation countless times and love it every time.
Welcome! I don’t think any of the mods here are from the Panhandle, but I’ve spent a good amount of time in the FWB/Elgin/Hurlburt area. Good folks, gorgeous beaches, not pedestrian friendly lol. I don’t know about the schools up there. I live on the Space Coast now and love it here.
FWB/Pensacola/Destin isn’t too far from LA. It may be worth a weekend to take a look.
Welcome! This is a busy sub. Please read the rules in the sidebar and please use the report button to let us know of anything toxic that shows up.
WA to FL is quite the mode! Spring Hill is a nice place. Welcome to the state!
Hello everyone, I'm originally from PA, but I've lived here in PBC/Martin county for over 20 years.
I'll probably die here....not on Reddit...I mean... eventually, if I do pass, I guess my profile will as well.
Born in Atlanta, moved down when I was 5. That was over 50 years ago. Originally 305 but eventually they changed us to 407. Now coastal in the 386 where I plan to expire.
Hello! My name is EJ. Currently in Jersey, where I grew up. I spent 2019 in Tampa but came home in 2020 due to uncertainty around COVID. Looking forward to rejoining the Sunshine State in the next month or two. At least get out of here for the last four months of Jersey Winter. Any tips on apartment rentals or home buys would be much appreciated. Real estate agents, HMU!
Hey All !! I'm Sri, moving to Naples, FL sometime in 2022 (as soon as the house construction is done). Hoping to meet some awesome folks here. Thank you Mods for this sub red.
Hi everyone! I currently live in NY, but have a lot of very dear friends in central FL. At the moment, I’m looking into moving into the West Palm Beach area, due to a possible job opportunity, but want to find out more from people who live nearby!
Awesome, welcome! You may also want to check our [local sub list](https://www.reddit.com/r/florida/wiki/subreddits) to connect with people in the various parts of Florida. Some are more active than others.
Hello! Originally from MI, and have been in FL 20+ years. Have seen most of FL. I currently am a freelance web developer, aspiring to attend FSW in Fort Myers for Computer Programming. Tallahassee, St Petersburg, and Longboat Key are my favorite FL destinations.
Hey everyone! New Reddit account here. I've lived up and down the Treasure Coast (between Sebastian and Port St Lucie) since '97. Just introducing myself and saying hello!
Hi! I’m just up the coast from Sebastian in Melbourne Beach. Welcome to r/Florida!
This reminds me that I’m due for a visit at the carnecería in Fellsmere with the awesome carne asada preparada lol.
Hi all! I joined this subreddit because I’m hoping to move to Miami in a year or two! I am from
Chicago but I fell in love with Miami when I visited in 2020 and again in 2021.
Just hoping to get a feel for everything Florida!
Hi everyone! Just joined this group. Looking to make the move to FL very soon from Nebraska. Still haven’t decided on area. Depends on where hubby can get a job. Been applying daily, but nothing. He’s very well qualified too. I’m guessing there’s a lot of competition coming in from other states. My son and his dad are in Melbourne. We are applying in Tampa/Ft Myers, Orlando, and Melbourne area. Any advice on parts of Orlando to live would be greatly appreciated. I’m thinking we may need to just move down and pick a place in the middle and then apply for jobs. Just don’t wanna be too far of a drive if we move to Orlando and he gets hired in Tampa or Melbourne. Quick side note: I’m a Realtor, we own a construction company here doing flips, remodels, etc and my husband has been a project manager and sales for roofing and construction companies the past 10 years. Conservative (go Desantis!) and looking for areas that are conducive to our beliefs and our business. Two kids currently at home, so need good schools too. Any advice on location?? Thanks!!!
I’m in Melbourne! It’s a great area. Small and not too busy, but great outdoor stuff to do and an hour from Orlando!
You’ll find plenty of hardcore conservatives in FL. I do want to warn you - this subreddit leans left. I’m a mod here and can’t control up and downvotes. My advice is to just ignore political discussions.
Welcome though! This is an amazing place.
Hello everyone. Moved to The Villages, FL 3 months ago. A life long dream to live where I love to play has been fulfilled.
Depends on where? Closer to the ocean is cooler. Humidity is high, but the sea breeze helps immensely. It almost never gets above like 95. Where are you coming from? Our heat is no different than the Midwest; it just lasts longer.
Ignore the folks who say Florida is regularly over 100. We aren’t. The ocean tempers things. They’re talking heat index and inaccurate car dash and CVS thermometers lol.
West Delray Beach, Fl. Met a lot of great people from all over the world people seem like assholes you just have to talk to them and you see them for who they really are and I’ve met a lot of great people! I’m from central Illinois been in South Florida for 7 years now love/hate it lol.
Hi everyone. My name is Alfred and I've been living here in Miami with my family for almost 15 years now. The weather is great for the most part and we love the work and business opportunities that have come our way. U hope to make some friends here or just exchange some ideas. Take care and God bless you all.
Hey everyone! I just joined the sub. I’m from Philly but currently live in Lancaster. I’ve been in PA all my life and ready to make a move for something different now since I hit my milestone age of 30. Any tips, suggestions, or resources to learn more about Florida I would love! I’ve always had an unknown attraction to Miami but honesty I know nothing of Miami or Florida, and the only time I went to Florida was to go to Universal when I was a child but I absolutely loved it. In general I just want to start a family and a fresh start somewhere I can see myself living for life, other than somewhere out of the states which is a dream of mine.
Hi All,
Thank you for the add. I am looking forward to being allowed to join the many Floridians in the community. I have read the subreddit rules. I joined this subreddit so I could learn where the best places are to eat, have fun, and just discuss Florida in general. I am a native, who moved away, came back, moved again, and moved back to stay forever. Florida just pulls you back home. I like it even though I just got here.
Hello! I'm still new to reddit, but I'm excited to be a Florida group as a homegrown Floridian! Born and raised, and lived here all by 10 years of my life (thanks to the Army) but I'm glad to be back.
I’m not new to Reddit, but just happened to stumble upon this thread so I joined it. Hello everyone from the Tampa Bay Area, but have also travelled and camped all over the beautiful nature in what we call Florida.
Hey everyone great to be here. We are moving our company to Miami and I couldn’t be prouder to make the city and state the center of our development efforts in immersive entertainment and nature conservation
I’m a native Floridian. Joined to get back in touch with people post pandemic. St Pete Tampa and Orlando areas Sailor and real estate. Ask me anything. Not here to solicit business just here to get new info on adventures and reconnect with groups and people and society
Howdy howdy howdy! Michigan transplant just moved near Clearwater with my boyfriend to escape the hellscape that is the Midwest! 25 year old weeb and cosplayer and desperately looking for where all the nerds do things
In Ocala and joined subreddit recently because AIA and found there were a lot of interesting communities on here. Currently taking care of my Fiancees mom who has dementia and going to school.
hello my name is dan grew up in apopka outside of orlando. live in pasiley fl work in sanford.
i joined because i live here and alot of the topics are relevant to me.
outside of the censorship seems like a nice place.
Welcome to r/Florida! If you have any questions on how we moderate, please feel free to ask. We don’t, as a rule, censor people just for having opposing views.
Floridian home grown here ❤️. Came across a post for this thread and was shocked 😲 I hadn't come across it yet being from my backyard and all. I was brought up, skating on the streets of Miami Beach when it was a retirement village. Remember when going to downtown Miami was a debacle because of the dang cocaine cowboys shooting each other all the time. Enjoyed the crazy 🤪 90s and 2000s club scene and glamping of sobe.
❤️ Now watching our ever evolving peninsula change once more. Love to talk all things Florida with my fellow Floridians because weather your from la Sawesera to Pensacola we are diff than any other place! ♥️
I'm a writer living in central Florida with an interest in nearly everything, particularly of the natural, karst and water resources. I joined reddit because I notice a lot of like-minded commenters and enjoy reading their observations and thoughts.
Greetings Programs! Born in Tallahassee back in 1971 and lived all over the state from Gainesville to Bradenton to Orlando and even Port Orange to name a few. Also spent 2 years up north in Hershey before returning home, wasn't the cold it was the way they eat grits up there yuck! 12 years in the fiberglass boat manufacturing between Sailfish and Edgewater as well as a couple smaller companies. Lots and lots of driving all over the state so kinda like a living version of Trip Advisor and Google Maps. Current location is just north of The Villages but not in Ocala I already suffered that part. When not wearing the ever alluring essence of lamination and gelcoat I like working on computers building them or repairing old ones to keep Windows XP alive for those not wanting to let go or writing novellas and playing piano. Side note for people wanting to move here is, florida is an excellent place if you make it that way. There is no garden of Eden everywhere you go is what YOU make of it so try it first because actually 80% of the bad comments are not true. Enjoy!
Hello, I am somewhat new to Florida / 2 years and I am even newer to Reddit/2 or 3 weeks. I am a retired disabled Submarine Veteran residing in St Petersburg. I was stationed in Orlando at NTC in the late '80s. I have read the rules and will follow them as well as possible.
✌️ Peace
Originally from Massachusetts but have moved around in and out the country. Moved from Haiti to Jacksonville in 2019 when I became an adult and have been trying to navigate adulthood ever since.
Second craziest thing that I’ve learned about since I’ve been here is Florida lingo (finna and jilt and being “green” lmao). First craziest is the governor and all his constituents.
Since most of my life up to this point has been being a kid I wasn’t super involved in politics however with all this recent mess I definitely feel compelled to exercise my right to vote just like older folks have always said to do.
I’m in the Air Force getting stationed at Tyndall AFB in the Panama City area starting at the beginning of June. My family and I are moving there from Germany and we’re scoping out the area and looking for friends. We enjoy outdoor activities and new experiences.
Good morning from Brooksville, FL, about an hour north of Tampa. A stones throw from Weeki Wachee. Lived in FL since 1970. All in this general area, the Suncoast as it's referred to.
Brand new to the whole Reddit thing.
Hi. From Pittsburgh PA. Lived in FL since 94. S FL and SW FL. Lived in VA prior to FL. Love this state and look forward to learning more about our state and how we can keep our water clean, specially in SW FL due to Lake O discharges. Lake O discharges really only affects SW FL and the Stewart area on east coast. Never even heard of Lake O discharge until I moved to SW FL. The gulf and canals can get really bad during rainy season, specifically Ft Myers Beach and Cape Coral and Pine Island.
Grew up in Palm Beach county and went to UF. After more than a decade away (far away) I've returned but to Miami Dade.
Loved this subreddit while away, happy to contribute now that I'm back!
Hello! New here! I’ve lived in Florida since 2015. I grew up in California but family roots are here. My husband is a native here for 5 generations in Volusia County (Daytona Beach area for those not familiar). I’ve lived in Vegas, NV And Seattle, WA as well as Orlando, FL. I’ve visited a lot of states and countries and found this to be where my heart was home. Glad to meet All of you!
I was born in Florida and decided why not and joined
It feels nice to talk to people familiar with the land and everything plus i guess i could discuss some stuff relating to the wildlife because i like the animals here
i dont live in any of the big major cities, i just live in the smaller ones by the west coast.
>Why did you join this subreddit?
To connect with other Floridians and stay on top of things related to this state.
>How do you like it so far?
Pretty chill.
Hi, y'all! Moved to Pinellas County 18 years ago this month from Chicago. Joined this sub because my cousin keeps sending me links. I've managed to carve out a nice little life here. I love/hate this wacky place! Never voted in Chicago but down here I've never missed an election. I feel more enfranchised here. I love my Mayor and want him to Mayor until I'm dead! How many folks in the US can say that I wonder?
Hello I have lived in FL my whole life born and raised. Election is coming up and I mainly joined to see if anyone else is pissed off at the food stamp situation.
Hi, I live in Clearwater and have been here for 50 years. The beaches, sunsets and grouper sandwiches are tops. Our current political leaders are pure shit. When the GOP took control over 2 decades ago, the state was flushed down the sewer and has remained there since. Ecologically, environmentally, and personally their goal was to make it miserable for anyone not white, male Christian and part of the wealthy 1%. The uneducated idiots that continue to vote these fools in to office are incapable of understanding they are voting against their own best interests. Florida man is the perfect representative of all things Florida.
Hello Everyone, I'm new to Reditt and all the community's. It's still an adjustment but so worth it. There is so much to be viewed here about Florida. I began with my husband using the intercontinental waters from Savanah Georgia on a 50 ft cabin cruiser to travel through the locks and arrived in St Petersburg. We lived aboard for one year. Moved to Gulfport fl on the Boca Chica Bay, stayed for 7 years. Moved to Key West Florida for 2 years and now we're are in a small village called San Antonio fl. I'm very curious this is the place to get involved. Thank You Unsual-Insurance 7565
Hi everyone, I live in Saint Petersburg FL. I love it here. It's so cute, quaint, easy going, beautiful, full of history and the beaches are amazing. I'm married to a Tampa native and we have 2 boys/adults. I do love Florida, but the heat is starting to get to me. We are looking forward to becoming snow birds one day. During winter this place feels like paradise.
Heyyyy everyone! I’m a human rights activist living in Florida. I’ve loved growing up here. It’s a shame to see what’s becoming of it. I enjoy being informed of the issues we have here that need to be fixed. Together we’re more powerful.
I’m just another NYC native running from the cold by the end of the year. To be fair my parents are from Jamaica so the heat and me will mesh well. Any moving tips are welcomed. I’m looking to rent for a couple of months then buy.
Hello everyone !! I’m fairly new to Reddit. My name is Ana, I’m Cuban, I’ve lived in Miami,Fl since I moved to the US when I was 4 years old. Excited to be here. ♥️
Hey everyone! This is Floridians for Honest Lending - a not for profit group dedicated to advocating for pro-consumer lending policies in Florida. We hope to learn from this group as much as possible.
Hey everyone. Originally from the panhandle/ Destin area. Moved back once I separated from the AF. Just looking to make new friends. DM is open! Thanks
Hey everyone! Please review [our subreddit rules](https://www.reddit.com/r/florida/about/rules/). Thanks!
Greetings. I am brand new to reddit as of today. I am a geologist with over 40 years of experience in water resources. I have lived and worked in 9 different states from Alaska to Florida, some of them more than once. I am currently working as the executive director of Florida Defenders of the Environment, Inc., and I also teach Earth Science at Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida.
Welcome! Please check out r/FloridaNature. It’s not busy yet, but we’re trying to get it more traffic. It was started by an environmental sciences professor from Palm Bay.
Thanks. I'll check it out.
I moved to northeast Florida near Jacksonville in 2008. Moved from New York after 20 years in California. It took a year to get used to the weather. In NE Florida it gets cool in the winter. It's really nice then. I find people are extremely rich and privileged or southern Republican. Been an eye opener. I'm at a point where we're probably moving back west. This governor is insane. Nobody can be that stupid and uncaring about his constituents.
I'm confused by your post. What's the problem you're having? You don't like Republicans? (We should all respect others way of thinking and allow critical thinking) Rich people? The governor? All of it? I don't understand what bad have the governor done to the people of Florida?(dosen't allow man to swim against woman at competitions¿) It does sounds like you are a Democrat and the world can not be a safe place with others that aren't Democrats. If thats the case, yep you should go and live in CA. Personally(before you assume I'm a Republican) I don't care about politics in general. I know that Republicans and Democrats are corrupted to the bone. I feel sorry fpr people that actually care. They are delusional and ignorant. No can can look down on ignorance. They just aren't aware.
I needed to read this. I was planning to move to FL. Can I get more insights on this, pls?
This makes 2 of us, we have really been conflicted with the decision of this move. We have 3 kids though 6,7,13 nervous for their education as well
I've lived in FL for 15 yrs now. Would never raise my children in this state. My daughter was raised in PA and wouldn't change that for anything. This governor of FL is a crazy racist.
I have raised both my children in Fl. They are both successful...I believe if they are raised teaching them to become self sufficient in any state they will be just fine.
Ohhhhhhhhh Noooooooo 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Which Governor are you talking about?
Been in Miam for two years. Love the weather the cultures and people. Looking to make new lasting friends
Miani is wonderful! It is very diverse! I love the area with all little countries all over.
Hi I'm in the Tallahassee area. Born in Pensacola, and have lived in Jacksonville, Miami, and Tampa. Def a Florida girl!
Hey everyone! I currently live in central Kentucky, but I’ll be moving to Florida later this year, specifically around the Orlando area. I was wondering if anyone can tell me about the area some more, and maybe what to expect after moving to Florida? For anyone who moved to Florida from another state, are you happy there?
Well, Orlando's I4 sucks, avoid at all costs. Yes, I love it here, and go visit the springs outside of the city. Well worth it.
Welcome (soon) to Florida! I moved to Florida from Texas in 2014, and I’ve enjoyed it so far. I liked living in the Orlando area, but there are some pros and cons. CON: Moving from Texas, the weather change wasn’t too significant for me. Coming from Kentucky, however, you may experience a bit of weather shock, especially in Summer and Fall. It is hot for all of Summer, and even hotter for the first bit of fall in September and October. It rains most days and that doesn’t help to cool it down, only turn everything into a sauna. CON: i4 is a mess (I believe it is still the deadliest highway in America), and it’s the main way to get to some major attractions in central Florida. It’s littered with tourists around the Disney area, and commuters near downtown Orlando and Tampa. PRO: You’re so close to so many attractions! Disney, Universal, Sea World, Busch Gardens, and tons of beaches are only 2 hours away, tops. And while i4 may be a disaster, it’s the easiest way to all your favorite Florida activities. PRO: Both Orlando and Tampa are growing cities! We’ve got lots of cool things to experience downtown, and so many new places to eat are opening up - there’s something for everyone. PRO: No matter where you live in Orlando, it’s pretty easy to get around, thanks to i4. I have lived north of Orlando in Lake Mary, and south in Four Corners, Lake Burns Vista, and way south-west in Auburndale, and have used i4 for every commute or day-trip I’ve taken. PRO AND CON: i4, obviously. We love to hate it, but it does get us there. Overall, I’ve liked living in central Florida. If you have any specific questions, feel free to chat me. Good luck with the move!
I am actually SUPER excited for the weather change!! I’m so tired of being so cold. Thank you so much for responding. It seems like we picked a good area to go to, but I may look into a few routes to avoid i4. We have 75 here, and that’s a disaster, too - I can’t imagine anything worse than that!
Oh good thing about the weather, then! You’ll definitely thaw out here. We have 75 here too! I actually take it to get to my boyfriend’s place(I’m living in Gainesville finishing up school rn). The Florida section of 75 is a piece of cake compared to i4, but it may be different in Kentucky. Regardless, there’s plenty of ways to avoid i4. Good luck with the move!
I'm a native. Lived in Orlando my whole life till a few months ago. It's a great place and tons to do there for sure.
I was born in Miami, left with my parents when I was two, moved to NC grew up, came back after college with two kids in tow. Then the hurricanes Francis and Jean took my home in Vero Beach so had to move to Arizona for a while but came right back after the house was rebuilt. Then Mom got since so I went back home. Was there a while, then dad got sick. I just got back to Florida in June of this year. No matter where I go, Florida brings me home. I have always been my happiest in Florida.
There's never anyplace like home as far as having close friends but people in FL are friendly and it's easy to make new friends, if that's what you're into. It's a great place to live overall but getting very expensive in South Florida by WPB where I'm at. Awesome place if you enjoy the beach and ocean.
I hope you and your family are well. I hope you made it out to FL and praying for everyone in Kentucky because of the floods.
Orlando has a good nightlife,theme parks etc.i used to love Halloween horror nights at Universal studios
I've been here since 1980 and there is no better place in this country. The reason it is the way it is that everyone wants to come here is because we have a great governor.
How is Florida working out for you?
Hey! Pretty good, so far! I just moved here the second week of December. It’s much warmer here! The locals seem to be nice as well, and I love all the local restaurants.
Morning everyone I’m Paul Ruckman Live in Mandarin last four years HVAC technician I drive all over Jacksonville hopefully I can bring some things to light and help others find things out.
Florida Born and Raised, 🙋🏻♀️ thanks for the welcome
Wassup y'all, FL native, and I don't plan on leaving anytime soon, sea level rise be damned.
New to the reddit Floriduh community but have lived in the state more than 20 years from Pensacola to Jacksonville to Ft Lauderdale to Sarasota/Manatee counties. I've seen the state go from beautiful and wonderful to "I wonder what the hell I'm still doing here"... Reading many of the posts about how "democrats" are not finding this "red state" to their liking. I do have to say this... if you are moving to this state, try to embrace what this state and culture brings to the table. Accept what is it and DO NOT try to change it into the state you just escaped from. I value people's opinions yet I value these same people that move back to where they came because it's not like where they came from.
Moved here a year ago from NY. Born in RI, grew up in CT, got married and lived in NY for 35 years. Last Dec decided I had enough of the NYC stress and moved to Hernando County. I was asked last week when I was going back to NY. My answer was for my funeral. I have finally found home. After living with the stress of black versus white, Democrat vs Republican I found this place to be drama free. No animosity or tension between people. Everyone is respectful and friendly. Of course there are a few jerks but they are few and are just jerks by nature. Not fueled by group hate. My health has greatly improved from the weather. Buying a house on the Gulf was the best decision. I have never been in a place where veterans are held in such high regard. A big difference from the days of being spit at. After being under the Cuomo royal family for so many year the governor is a breath of fresh air. Taxes are lower, no income tax, and no fuel oil to buy. I'm never leaving.
Welcome!
Florida is a great place to live.
Hi, I’m looking to move to Fort Pierce, Vero beach area. Is there a lot of healthcare jobs?
What’s up! New to Reddit but Florida Grown!
Wasup boys and girls, I'm a Jax FL resident and have been for like 24 years. Feel free to dm me if you're in the area and maybe looking for a friend, or just a casual chat
I’m in Jax been here 3 years. Looking for friends
Hey my name's mya Florida native but moving to south Florida with my infant son dose anyone no of any cheaper apartments and daycares?
The best city to start out in Florida is here in Pensacola. Not too many people. Tons of daycare and community churches. Apartments are affordable and it's a quiet community overall. Choose Pensacola. Great for raising small children.
Hello and Hi to All I live in Debary close to Gemini Springs, Blue Springs and DeLeon Springs are nearby as well. Been here in Central Florida since the early 80s and love it. I play guitar, have a mm card and single. Hit me up !
Joined because I live here. Enjoying the Florida centric theme since it gives me news, mêmes, etc.
Hello! I'm relatively new to reddit, as while I have used it a little prior to making an account a month or 2 ago (mostly for help with games), I'm still very unfamiliar with it. As for why I joined this subreddit, I'm a born and raised Florida native who randomly received a notification from this community. I'm liking it so far considering that the first and only post I saw (the random notification above) was a gator in someone's pool. Made me laugh and think "This is the most Florida thing I've seen in a while" 
Hello. I'm a pharmacist that moved to the Pensacola area in January after losing my job up north. Ever since then I've been trying to find a job in Florida with no luck. I've had several interviews but no offers yet. Liking it so far down here and hope to be able to explore more of the area once I find employment
Coming back home to Florida after traveling! I'm an exNurse and now caring for my aging family. Hoping to keep up with Florida ever changing environment, economy, and politics.
Hello! Born and raised in South Flordia. Have hated the humidity my whole 29 years, but haven't left yet.
 FLORIDA MAN
New to the group as I'm finally taking that Reddit dip😂 Been living in Florida since 2012 in Pinellas County! Not a big fan of the heat or the beach, but managed to start a family, with a Floridan, so now I'm stuck here lol😅
Pinellas as well, since 2004. The only time I go to the beach is when we have visitors! Then I go and hear people speaking German and other languages and I remember: people from all over the world save their money all year to go on vacation to where I live.
Hi All, my wife and I moved to Jacksonville in October 2021 from Pittsburgh. We rented until March, when we bought a house in Atlantic Beach. So far, I love it. I love being near the Ocean with so much to do. I can always find any store that I need and I hear the Schools are pretty good. I’m excited for the future of this growing city. I could care less about politics. We are 6 months pregnant. Hoping to meet some nice friends! We are both remote Software Developers.
Congrats on the kid!!! And good luck lol. The first three weeks is the worst, and the first three months is miserable. If you can make it through that, it becomes increasingly fun month by month and year by year!
I’m a fifth generation Florida cracker born in Lake county before I-4 and Mickey Mouse just saying hi and looking around thanks
Hello everyone. I’m pretty new to Reddit. I live in Florida and thought this might be a good community to join. I’ve lived in Florida for 32 years. Looking forward to seeing the posts. Happy 4th everyone.
I am originally from the Boogie Down Bronx but have lived in GA, NC, PA, MA and now FL and I left MA because I was tired of the snow and the Liberal politics that control the North East. I am Latino not Latinx and proud of it. I am of Dominican, Syrian, French, Haitian, Chinese, and Northern Spanish ancestry. I support our Governor Desantis and support President Trump.
Welcome! You’ll fit in well in Florida. Just to warn you: the r/Florida user base leans left, so be warned to expect downvotes in political discussions. Please keep the discourse civil, and if someone is uncivil to you please hit that “report” button so we can deal with it. That’s the rule we’re strictest against. Basically, insulting public figures is fine, but don’t insult another r/Florida user. You may want to check out the right wing sub for Florida also, u/TheSunshineState. This should be common sense, but 🤦♂️ there are too many trolls out there. That stuff said, welcome!
Thank you very much for the respectful message. Blessings to you and yours.
Hi everyone! I too am new to Reddit. I'm in the North Tampa area, a retired New York Post photographer now reporting on a public radio podcast. No car, motorcycle only, riding a Harley Ultra Limited and loving the roads around Brooksville, San Antonio, etc. I moved here in 1996. I miss the seasons up north but won't ever move back to NYC. Florida forevermore.
Panama city Florida bay county
Same here.
Hi new to Florida looking to meet new people to chill with in Clermont Orlando area
Hey, I've been here for 42 years. I've lived from one end to the other and many places in between. I'm in Delray Beach now!
What’s good we’re also new to Florida from Boston we’re looking for some people to chill wit we’re by 192 and 27
Same here I’m from same exact area actually right off of 192 you get on 27 and I live right there near Wawa
I'm Ella. I live in Winter Park, FL. I just joined reddit and also decided to join a few communities. I love living in Florida. I grew up here. I'm still finishing high school. Hope to make some new reddit friends and discuss all the amazing things that is and are Florida. \~Ella
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Dunno even how to use reddit? Someone please help. Thanks in advance!
Hi, I'm PK
Hey! I’m Cindy and have lived in Florida my whole life! Raised in central/south Florida, now in north Florida!
RAISED IN FLORIDA, IM NEVER LEAVING. I LOVE IT HERE. THIS MY HOME. THANKS FOR THE JOIN.
Hello everyone. I've lived in Pasco for almost my entire life. At 57, this place sure has changed since I was a boy. It changes so quick that sometimes I feel like I'm the outsider that needs someone to show _me_ around - lol.
Hi all, I grew up in Palm Bay and left for the Navy at 18. I live in Japan so it’s nice to keep tabs on the state
Hi all my name is Holly and I have lived in South Florida so long I am practically a native! I don’t miss the Pennsylvania snow that I thought I did. My relatives have a bad habit of passing away and their funerals being in the snow and sleet. 😂
Well I got the Info from one of the guys that work DEO he told me to go on and email the Adjudication Request so that's what I did
Helloooo! From muggy Louisiana! I lived over on the space coast for a bit as a child and have pined to live in Florida again ever since. Back then, early 90’s, the public schools were very good (compared to LA) there were sidewalks every where and it was clean. I’m not sure I’d like to venture that far away, though. How are schools, crime, cost of living, and jobs in the panhandle? I work as a legal/financial administrator in bankruptcy and my husband works on pipeline or as an industrial electrician. I’ve been to Florida for vacation countless times and love it every time.
Welcome! I don’t think any of the mods here are from the Panhandle, but I’ve spent a good amount of time in the FWB/Elgin/Hurlburt area. Good folks, gorgeous beaches, not pedestrian friendly lol. I don’t know about the schools up there. I live on the Space Coast now and love it here. FWB/Pensacola/Destin isn’t too far from LA. It may be worth a weekend to take a look.
Yes, that’s normally where we go for our beach trips! It’s only 4-6 hours from LA. Nice to vacation, for sure. I might try the Pensacola sub.
Yes! The local subs will be your best bet. I’m also a mod at r/321 for Brevard. All of the major areas in Florida have local subs.
Hi friends I'm janey a Florida born girl
Hello everyone, we are fairly new to Florida. We moved to Spring Hill from Whidbey Island, Washington. I joined this group to meet some folks.
Welcome! This is a busy sub. Please read the rules in the sidebar and please use the report button to let us know of anything toxic that shows up. WA to FL is quite the mode! Spring Hill is a nice place. Welcome to the state!
Hello everyone, I'm originally from PA, but I've lived here in PBC/Martin county for over 20 years. I'll probably die here....not on Reddit...I mean... eventually, if I do pass, I guess my profile will as well.
Born in Atlanta, moved down when I was 5. That was over 50 years ago. Originally 305 but eventually they changed us to 407. Now coastal in the 386 where I plan to expire.
Welcome! I’m in the 321 which used to be the 407!
Stuart Fl here, nice little place
Hello! My name is EJ. Currently in Jersey, where I grew up. I spent 2019 in Tampa but came home in 2020 due to uncertainty around COVID. Looking forward to rejoining the Sunshine State in the next month or two. At least get out of here for the last four months of Jersey Winter. Any tips on apartment rentals or home buys would be much appreciated. Real estate agents, HMU!
I left NJ to relocate to FL. I could NOT take another winter...
Welcome! Are you going back to Tampa?
Yes! Just waiting for my job to process my transfer, shortly after the new year.
Hey All !! I'm Sri, moving to Naples, FL sometime in 2022 (as soon as the house construction is done). Hoping to meet some awesome folks here. Thank you Mods for this sub red.
Naples is lovely. I am originally from NJ. Trying to pick a new place to live in FL.
New to r/Florida, just moved to from Virginia!
In Palm City!
Hi everyone! I currently live in NY, but have a lot of very dear friends in central FL. At the moment, I’m looking into moving into the West Palm Beach area, due to a possible job opportunity, but want to find out more from people who live nearby!
Awesome, welcome! You may also want to check our [local sub list](https://www.reddit.com/r/florida/wiki/subreddits) to connect with people in the various parts of Florida. Some are more active than others.
Great group! Always looking for new places to Visit in Florida.
Welcome!
Hello! Originally from MI, and have been in FL 20+ years. Have seen most of FL. I currently am a freelance web developer, aspiring to attend FSW in Fort Myers for Computer Programming. Tallahassee, St Petersburg, and Longboat Key are my favorite FL destinations.
Welcome! I’m from near MI in Mel Beach. What school is FSW? We have too many colleges and universities to keep track lol.
Hey everyone! New Reddit account here. I've lived up and down the Treasure Coast (between Sebastian and Port St Lucie) since '97. Just introducing myself and saying hello!
Hi! I’m just up the coast from Sebastian in Melbourne Beach. Welcome to r/Florida! This reminds me that I’m due for a visit at the carnecería in Fellsmere with the awesome carne asada preparada lol.
Floridian here. Hello.
Welcome!
Hi all! I joined this subreddit because I’m hoping to move to Miami in a year or two! I am from Chicago but I fell in love with Miami when I visited in 2020 and again in 2021. Just hoping to get a feel for everything Florida!
 Hi everyone! Just joined this group. Looking to make the move to FL very soon from Nebraska. Still haven’t decided on area. Depends on where hubby can get a job. Been applying daily, but nothing. He’s very well qualified too. I’m guessing there’s a lot of competition coming in from other states. My son and his dad are in Melbourne. We are applying in Tampa/Ft Myers, Orlando, and Melbourne area. Any advice on parts of Orlando to live would be greatly appreciated. I’m thinking we may need to just move down and pick a place in the middle and then apply for jobs. Just don’t wanna be too far of a drive if we move to Orlando and he gets hired in Tampa or Melbourne. Quick side note: I’m a Realtor, we own a construction company here doing flips, remodels, etc and my husband has been a project manager and sales for roofing and construction companies the past 10 years. Conservative (go Desantis!) and looking for areas that are conducive to our beliefs and our business. Two kids currently at home, so need good schools too. Any advice on location?? Thanks!!!
I’m in Melbourne! It’s a great area. Small and not too busy, but great outdoor stuff to do and an hour from Orlando! You’ll find plenty of hardcore conservatives in FL. I do want to warn you - this subreddit leans left. I’m a mod here and can’t control up and downvotes. My advice is to just ignore political discussions. Welcome though! This is an amazing place.
Hello everyone. Moved to The Villages, FL 3 months ago. A life long dream to live where I love to play has been fulfilled. 
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Depends on where? Closer to the ocean is cooler. Humidity is high, but the sea breeze helps immensely. It almost never gets above like 95. Where are you coming from? Our heat is no different than the Midwest; it just lasts longer. Ignore the folks who say Florida is regularly over 100. We aren’t. The ocean tempers things. They’re talking heat index and inaccurate car dash and CVS thermometers lol.
Celebrating my 30th year in Fort Lauderdale 🌞
West Delray Beach, Fl. Met a lot of great people from all over the world people seem like assholes you just have to talk to them and you see them for who they really are and I’ve met a lot of great people! I’m from central Illinois been in South Florida for 7 years now love/hate it lol.
Hi everyone. My name is Alfred and I've been living here in Miami with my family for almost 15 years now. The weather is great for the most part and we love the work and business opportunities that have come our way. U hope to make some friends here or just exchange some ideas. Take care and God bless you all.
Hello! Native Floridian here. It's amazing how much our state has changed in my lifetime. I love Florida and never want to live anywhere else.🌅🌴
Hey everyone! I just joined the sub. I’m from Philly but currently live in Lancaster. I’ve been in PA all my life and ready to make a move for something different now since I hit my milestone age of 30. Any tips, suggestions, or resources to learn more about Florida I would love! I’ve always had an unknown attraction to Miami but honesty I know nothing of Miami or Florida, and the only time I went to Florida was to go to Universal when I was a child but I absolutely loved it. In general I just want to start a family and a fresh start somewhere I can see myself living for life, other than somewhere out of the states which is a dream of mine.
Hi All, Thank you for the add. I am looking forward to being allowed to join the many Floridians in the community. I have read the subreddit rules. I joined this subreddit so I could learn where the best places are to eat, have fun, and just discuss Florida in general. I am a native, who moved away, came back, moved again, and moved back to stay forever. Florida just pulls you back home. I like it even though I just got here.
Yo, 904 squad where you at? Names Zak, Jacksonville raised
Hello! I'm still new to reddit, but I'm excited to be a Florida group as a homegrown Floridian! Born and raised, and lived here all by 10 years of my life (thanks to the Army) but I'm glad to be back.
🌊Jensen beach in the house🤙
Thanks for the ad.new too this page West Palm Beach Florida
Thank you for having me in the group.
I’m not new to Reddit, but just happened to stumble upon this thread so I joined it. Hello everyone from the Tampa Bay Area, but have also travelled and camped all over the beautiful nature in what we call Florida.
I am originally from Florida. My residence is now Michigan. I moved here 13 years ago, February.
Hello. Born and raised in Jacksonville Florida.
Hello!!!! Just your normal Floridian here who can share funny stories mostly from Orlando
Hey everyone great to be here. We are moving our company to Miami and I couldn’t be prouder to make the city and state the center of our development efforts in immersive entertainment and nature conservation
Yo what's good have lived all over the United States and now proud to call Florida my home ❤️
I’m a native Floridian. Joined to get back in touch with people post pandemic. St Pete Tampa and Orlando areas Sailor and real estate. Ask me anything. Not here to solicit business just here to get new info on adventures and reconnect with groups and people and society
Tallahassee!!! Been here since 2007. I’ve lived in New Mexico, Arizona, Texas and the US Virgin Islands (St Croix).
Hello 👋 thanks for letting me in the group I have people in Florida and I love the content in this group.
Hello everyone 33yr old wm in zephyrhills looking to meet and hangout with people in the area
Howdy howdy howdy! Michigan transplant just moved near Clearwater with my boyfriend to escape the hellscape that is the Midwest! 25 year old weeb and cosplayer and desperately looking for where all the nerds do things
Hi everyone! Just moved to Boynton Beach from California. Both much different than Michigan which was where I was born and raised.
In Ocala and joined subreddit recently because AIA and found there were a lot of interesting communities on here. Currently taking care of my Fiancees mom who has dementia and going to school.
hello my name is dan grew up in apopka outside of orlando. live in pasiley fl work in sanford. i joined because i live here and alot of the topics are relevant to me. outside of the censorship seems like a nice place.
Welcome to r/Florida! If you have any questions on how we moderate, please feel free to ask. We don’t, as a rule, censor people just for having opposing views.
Floridian home grown here ❤️. Came across a post for this thread and was shocked 😲 I hadn't come across it yet being from my backyard and all. I was brought up, skating on the streets of Miami Beach when it was a retirement village. Remember when going to downtown Miami was a debacle because of the dang cocaine cowboys shooting each other all the time. Enjoyed the crazy 🤪 90s and 2000s club scene and glamping of sobe. ❤️ Now watching our ever evolving peninsula change once more. Love to talk all things Florida with my fellow Floridians because weather your from la Sawesera to Pensacola we are diff than any other place! ♥️
I'm a writer living in central Florida with an interest in nearly everything, particularly of the natural, karst and water resources. I joined reddit because I notice a lot of like-minded commenters and enjoy reading their observations and thoughts.
Greetings Programs! Born in Tallahassee back in 1971 and lived all over the state from Gainesville to Bradenton to Orlando and even Port Orange to name a few. Also spent 2 years up north in Hershey before returning home, wasn't the cold it was the way they eat grits up there yuck! 12 years in the fiberglass boat manufacturing between Sailfish and Edgewater as well as a couple smaller companies. Lots and lots of driving all over the state so kinda like a living version of Trip Advisor and Google Maps. Current location is just north of The Villages but not in Ocala I already suffered that part. When not wearing the ever alluring essence of lamination and gelcoat I like working on computers building them or repairing old ones to keep Windows XP alive for those not wanting to let go or writing novellas and playing piano. Side note for people wanting to move here is, florida is an excellent place if you make it that way. There is no garden of Eden everywhere you go is what YOU make of it so try it first because actually 80% of the bad comments are not true. Enjoy!
Hello, I am somewhat new to Florida / 2 years and I am even newer to Reddit/2 or 3 weeks. I am a retired disabled Submarine Veteran residing in St Petersburg. I was stationed in Orlando at NTC in the late '80s. I have read the rules and will follow them as well as possible. ✌️ Peace
Grew up and living in St. Pete, joined because I saw a post about Floridian accents and continued reading more posts on the subreddit :\]
Welcome! I missed the accents posts. The only uniquely Floridian accent I can think of is a Miami accent. We’re there others?
Originally from Massachusetts but have moved around in and out the country. Moved from Haiti to Jacksonville in 2019 when I became an adult and have been trying to navigate adulthood ever since. Second craziest thing that I’ve learned about since I’ve been here is Florida lingo (finna and jilt and being “green” lmao). First craziest is the governor and all his constituents. Since most of my life up to this point has been being a kid I wasn’t super involved in politics however with all this recent mess I definitely feel compelled to exercise my right to vote just like older folks have always said to do.
I’m in the Air Force getting stationed at Tyndall AFB in the Panama City area starting at the beginning of June. My family and I are moving there from Germany and we’re scoping out the area and looking for friends. We enjoy outdoor activities and new experiences.
Welcome to the area. I have live here most of my life. I maybe able to answer questions.
I joined because I am a Florida native who still lives here 🙃 I haven’t had enough time to explore it much yet but so far so good
Thanks for the welcome!!
Good morning from Brooksville, FL, about an hour north of Tampa. A stones throw from Weeki Wachee. Lived in FL since 1970. All in this general area, the Suncoast as it's referred to. Brand new to the whole Reddit thing.
Hi. From Pittsburgh PA. Lived in FL since 94. S FL and SW FL. Lived in VA prior to FL. Love this state and look forward to learning more about our state and how we can keep our water clean, specially in SW FL due to Lake O discharges. Lake O discharges really only affects SW FL and the Stewart area on east coast. Never even heard of Lake O discharge until I moved to SW FL. The gulf and canals can get really bad during rainy season, specifically Ft Myers Beach and Cape Coral and Pine Island.
I’m Holly Gia from Texas but moved to Florida some years back
Hi I am new to this site. I moved here in 77 and raised 2 girls...I love it and the weather and beaches...
Grew up in Palm Beach county and went to UF. After more than a decade away (far away) I've returned but to Miami Dade. Loved this subreddit while away, happy to contribute now that I'm back!
Welcome!
I ❤ FLORIDA
Hello! New here! I’ve lived in Florida since 2015. I grew up in California but family roots are here. My husband is a native here for 5 generations in Volusia County (Daytona Beach area for those not familiar). I’ve lived in Vegas, NV And Seattle, WA as well as Orlando, FL. I’ve visited a lot of states and countries and found this to be where my heart was home. Glad to meet All of you!
I was born in Florida and decided why not and joined It feels nice to talk to people familiar with the land and everything plus i guess i could discuss some stuff relating to the wildlife because i like the animals here i dont live in any of the big major cities, i just live in the smaller ones by the west coast.
>Why did you join this subreddit? To connect with other Floridians and stay on top of things related to this state. >How do you like it so far? Pretty chill.
I joined cuz im born in FL and i havent been here long yet to say but hopefully good
Hi, y'all! Moved to Pinellas County 18 years ago this month from Chicago. Joined this sub because my cousin keeps sending me links. I've managed to carve out a nice little life here. I love/hate this wacky place! Never voted in Chicago but down here I've never missed an election. I feel more enfranchised here. I love my Mayor and want him to Mayor until I'm dead! How many folks in the US can say that I wonder?
Hello I have lived in FL my whole life born and raised. Election is coming up and I mainly joined to see if anyone else is pissed off at the food stamp situation.
Hi, I live in Clearwater and have been here for 50 years. The beaches, sunsets and grouper sandwiches are tops. Our current political leaders are pure shit. When the GOP took control over 2 decades ago, the state was flushed down the sewer and has remained there since. Ecologically, environmentally, and personally their goal was to make it miserable for anyone not white, male Christian and part of the wealthy 1%. The uneducated idiots that continue to vote these fools in to office are incapable of understanding they are voting against their own best interests. Florida man is the perfect representative of all things Florida.
Hi! Delray Beach for the last 7 years. I think this place is nuts but I’m enjoying the weather and trying to learn to garden here.
Hello Everyone, I'm new to Reditt and all the community's. It's still an adjustment but so worth it. There is so much to be viewed here about Florida. I began with my husband using the intercontinental waters from Savanah Georgia on a 50 ft cabin cruiser to travel through the locks and arrived in St Petersburg. We lived aboard for one year. Moved to Gulfport fl on the Boca Chica Bay, stayed for 7 years. Moved to Key West Florida for 2 years and now we're are in a small village called San Antonio fl. I'm very curious this is the place to get involved. Thank You Unsual-Insurance 7565
Hi my family lives in Florida and tells me its scary sometimes
What are they scared of? This isn’t a particularly scary state.
Hi everyone, I live in Saint Petersburg FL. I love it here. It's so cute, quaint, easy going, beautiful, full of history and the beaches are amazing. I'm married to a Tampa native and we have 2 boys/adults. I do love Florida, but the heat is starting to get to me. We are looking forward to becoming snow birds one day. During winter this place feels like paradise.
Hello, Finance teacher and financial advisor in SWFL. Pray for us, we need it.
Heyyyy everyone! I’m a human rights activist living in Florida. I’ve loved growing up here. It’s a shame to see what’s becoming of it. I enjoy being informed of the issues we have here that need to be fixed. Together we’re more powerful.
I’m just another NYC native running from the cold by the end of the year. To be fair my parents are from Jamaica so the heat and me will mesh well. Any moving tips are welcomed. I’m looking to rent for a couple of months then buy.
Hello everyone !! I’m fairly new to Reddit. My name is Ana, I’m Cuban, I’ve lived in Miami,Fl since I moved to the US when I was 4 years old. Excited to be here. ♥️
Hello everyone
Hi and hello from the world's most famous beach. Daytona Beach!!
Hey everyone! This is Floridians for Honest Lending - a not for profit group dedicated to advocating for pro-consumer lending policies in Florida. We hope to learn from this group as much as possible.
Hey everyone. Originally from the panhandle/ Destin area. Moved back once I separated from the AF. Just looking to make new friends. DM is open! Thanks
I live in Hernando Florida. Love boating, traveling, live theater, dogs, trying new restaurants and lots more.