I think Key West (and the Florida Keys in general) is my favorite place in the world that I’d never want to live permanently.

But such a different lifestyle, mentality and ethos than the rest of the US.

Not as image-conscious and Southern California, and the pace is very slow.

And everyone knows how to fish, and knows about fish. And food culture is the best in Florida, though that’s not saying much (but the seafood is amazing).

It’s not nearly as quirky and bizarre as it was during the 80s when I first visited the place — but then again, nowhere is.

Too bad it’ll all be underwater soon.