#ParrotHeads

[floridaboiler]

Some advice to others from a fellow aging fella… 😂

“Take naps like they’re happy hour.” Don’t let anyone shame you for nodding off. Naps are nature’s way of giving you a little slice of paradise.

“Remember: sand in your shoes is better than snow in your driveway.” If retirement hasn’t taught you to be a snowbird yet, well, what’re you waitin’ for?

“When in doubt, flip-flop it out.” Ditch the fancy shoes. Life’s too short for anything that’s not comfortable.

“Drink your margaritas frozen and your coffee lukewarm.” Hot coffee’s for people with somewhere to be, sip yours slow and take it easy.

“You’re only as old as the friends you call to bail you out.” Keep a few rowdy buddies around. Who says mischief has an age limit?

“Forget the beach body. Just make sure your hat has a good brim.” Cover up, sunscreen up, and enjoy the beach—life’s better with a good tan and no sunburn.

“Don’t worry about remembering anyone’s name. Just call everybody ‘buddy’ or ‘darlin’.” Works like a charm and keeps the peace.

“Splurge on the good guacamole, your kids can fight over the will.” Why save all the fun for later? Enjoy it now. Life’s short, guac is extra, so live a little.

“If you can’t change it, paint it a wild color.” Bored with the porch? Paint it turquoise. Who says a little color can’t fix the soul?

“Dancing’s for everyone. Just give ‘em a warning if you’re goin’ to do the twist.” Loosen up the hips and keep a sense of humor, you’re never too old for a little boogie.

“Trade secrets for good stories.” At this age, there’s no need to keep all those secrets. Tell those tales, embellish a little, make ‘em laugh.

“Smile lines are just proof you’ve lived right.” Wear those wrinkles with pride, they’re a souvenir from the ride.

“Always carry two things: reading glasses and a sense of humor.” Life’s clearer with both.

“Go barefoot whenever you can.” Life’s more fun with sand between your toes and grass under your feet.

“Tell your kids you’re off to chase the sunset.” They may think you’re joking, but there’s magic in those last golden rays. Chase ‘em, catch ‘em, soak it all in. 💙 Let the adventures continue, keep the laughter loud, and remember Parrotheads, paradise is wherever you decide to sit down with a smile.

[creatordesigns1]

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[javafueledcreation]

Yacht rock isn't my favorite. I prefer Hawaiian, calypso, and exotica (like Martin Denny and Les Baxter). But I always enjoyed Jimmy Buffett's songs. They were so chill. I did this in tribute to the Mayor of Margaritaville.

[vintage-tech]

Jimmy Buffett, ‘Margaritaville’ singer, dies at 76

Having that cheeseburger in paradise.

[whatareyoureallyafraidof]

:-(

[silvercompassjournal]

“Yes, I own a Whaler boat. It slides across the sea. Some folks say I’m part of it, and I know it’s part of me.” - Jimmy Buffett, Brahma Fear.

Silver Compass Radio. Saturday Vinyl.

50 years ago.

[itsawritblr]

I hope he's on a pristine beach, sipping a margarita and eating a cheeseburger.

Jimmy Buffet has died at 76. Too young.

He was part of the soundtrack of my teens. Light, fun, humorous, often clever. I wasn't a Parrothead, and the one time I visited Florida I didn't like it, but growing up on the Great Lakes I identified with his love of the water and nature.

I reference one of his songs, Cheeseburger in Paradise, in the book I'm writing.

He was a good friend with fellow Floridian, journalist and author Carl Hiaasen. Like Hiaasen, Buffett wanted to protect Florida's natural habitats and wildlife. Buffett did the soundtrack for and appeared in the movie adaptation of Hiaasen's novel, Hoot.

One of my favorite of his songs is one of his least well known.

Like me Buffett wasn't religious. But if there were an Afterlife I wish he'd be off on his boat with family and friends, having a wonderful time.

[myresenas]

Jimmy Buffett: El Hombre detrás de 'Margaritaville' y su Fortuna Billonaria, Fallecido a los 76 Años

[poetrythreesixfive]

The Day that Jimmy Buffett Died

The day that Jimmy Buffet died

the dolphins bowed their heads,

parrots ceased their jungle songs

and neon signs went dead.

Record players skipped a beat

and mangoes plunged from trees,

teardrops mixed with daiquiris

throughout the salty seas. 

Pirates dropped their bony flags

and smugglers held their runs,

while tailgaters took a knee

to pause their raucous fun.

Surfers tossed their flowered gifts

as tribute to the waves,

and troubadours and movie stars

turned waltzes in their graves.

Vagabonds and wanderers

said prayers on their trains,

while parrot-heads in grassy skirts

danced slowly in the rain.

The clouds released a dreary mist

while whitecaps wept in spray,

and all the skies above us were

a most peculiar grey.

The thunder lost its rumble

and the lighting lost its spark—

the day that Jimmy Buffett died,

a shining light went dark.

-GeorgeFilip

[michelesayre]

Conversations From the Road – Off to See the Lizard

Yesterday I quoted a few lines from a song by the late Jimmy Buffett, “Off to See the Lizard” and I hadn’t thought about this song in years. But my crazy, neurodivergent brain does stuff like this all the time and I’m glad I’m remembering this. The song ‘Off to See the Lizard’ is also the title of a short story Jimmy wrote in his book, “Tales From Margaritaville’. The story is set in the…

[larrynaderphotographyart]

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[mikemooremedia]

Food writer, cookbook author and Parrothead Debbie Moose in Raleigh shares special music and food memories. Today is National Cheesburger Day. Facebook.com/DebbieMoose

[damasquedman]

[rickmaynard]

9-4-23 Cartoon: Thanks for everything, Jimmy.