Coral gables isn’t called The City Beautiful for nothing…that’s for sure! I woke up to a crisp, clear, cool (by Miami standards) morning and decided to go for a quick run before heading into work. Sometimes you just have to open your eyes and really take in the sights, but this morning, I decided to take some pics to share with you! I fall quite often while running….(seriously!) so this was a little dangerous…. But me, my iPhone and my knees all survived!
1. The first thing I really enjoy are the canals and bridges. I cross over 3 on my usual 5k route, and it always gives me a little inspiration to see the water & wildlife right inside the city!
the bridges of the gables waterway
each bridge is a different style
overlooking the junction of the mahi waterway with the gables waterway
2. I am always amazed by the fertility of the ground here. Fruit trees and bromeliads like pineapple abound. Mango, avocado, banana, star fruit (carambola), papaya and coconut fill the yards of the neighborhood homes.
papaya tree
mango madness
3. Flowers EVERYWHERE – amazing beautiful flowers … Too many to share in one post. Flowering trees, shrubs and, of course orchids. Here are some pics…all from my run (with lots of breaks) today.
4. Spanish moss & other epiphytes – huge trees shade the roads & sidewalks and many of these are home to beautiful epiphytes. These tropical air plants get their nutrients from the air, rainwater and organic debris that gets trapped in the roots! So pretty & does not harm to its host tree!!
5. Distracting accents like traffic circles, old coral walls, and sculptures dot the city of Coral a Gables keeping me entertained while running! It’s no wonder I fall so often…
Get out and enjoy your city! Make your neighbors crazy by running through their yards and taking selfies with their flowers! Have fun!
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