I wish you'd post more about your journey. A huge Hemingway fan and a lover of all things freedom, I believe I'll probably end up down there pretty soon. Guess my interest was somewhat narcissistic.
They told some pretty cool stories about Earnest. He'd referee boxing matches, then beat the hell out of the winner. We took a tour of his favorite writing spots and drinking holes.
I ate at the restaurant where Tennessee Williams wrote some music.
I watched fireworks off a pier with a beautiful girl.
I swam with a barracuda and was close enough to touch dolphins.
I put my hand in some sand and pulled out a handful of oil, which was sad.
I stayed in a nice hotel in a great location, but would have preferred a B&B experience. I have some nice ones to recommend.
I watched a 53 year old man do things I never thought I'd witness. 20 dips, tumbling and gymnastics.
I saw a 16 year old kid juggle knives while on a unicycle.
I watched a key west sunset over the ocean, a beautiful thing.
I may have won a badass car.
I have so many pics to get developed I'll share.
I made a few friends, had some good memories, had some fun, and got to escape everything that's been on my mind for awhile.
Thanks for your interest pooch. I can pm you some stuff I'll gather on Hemingway.