Bridge was replaced 10 years ago — no go uppy or downy no more
It’s so built up over there now. It doesn’t much resemble the place we used to take our kids every summer. I think watching the Madeira/John’s Pass area become over-developed is part of the reason I was on a mission to find “Old Florida” this past week when we were there.
I’m happy to report that we did indeed find it! We based ourselves in Crystal River (thanks to a Mudcrutch song- listen to the live version if you get a chance!) and found some neat drives in Ozello and Homosassa Springs. Even CR had its quaint municipal parks with beach areas.
On our drive back to Gainesville, we took the scenic route, and went through Dunnellon and Rainbow Springs, then went to Cross Creek. No more high rise buildings! Plenty of dirt roads, and the odd car pulled over with someone leaning over a small bridge to fish for dinner. I needed that. Mr. FF loved seeing it, too. Reminded us of when we were first dating and he came to my house to meet my parents and family.
I am happy for some modern conveniences, but I sure enjoy not being hurried all the time.