Signifiers

How to tell you are in south Florida:

When the temperature threatens to drop to near freezing in a couple of counties to the north (not an actual storm, mind you, and the rest of the country is already in the icebox), the local news hacks immediately go into "team coverage."

A local medical supply outlet advertises oxygen masks, breathing tubes and heart monitors as Valentine's Day gifts.

A local seaside bar, in addition to the big screen TVs, pool tables and drink specials advertises competitive "Cornhole Volleyball." I do not want to know.

On the plus side, the mango tree has maybe a hundred or more blossoms. The problem is we still have plenty in the freezer from last season. Free mangoes for anyone who stops by this summer!!