We are approaching a long Labor Day weekend. Lot's of people already made their plans. Some will go shopping. Others will take their family to the zoo or a local park. Other will go to the beach.

Here is something interesting I learned this week from the news about beach life guards in Florida. Believe it or not, but Broward County has only 13 full time life guards and during week days there are none present at the beaches, including the Coco Beach, just east of Orlando.

On the other hand, Volusia County currently employs 68 full time life guards and they are there to rescue you Monday through Sunday.  County Lifeguards make about 3,000 ocean rescues each year. Lifeguard responsibilities include water rescue of swimmers and surfers, boater rescue up to three miles offshore, missing persons and related emergencies. They also handle enforcement of beach laws and regulations related to beach and water use.

I don't know about you, but this information offers me some comfort. At least, I know where my tax payer's money goes. So if you are planning to take your family to the beach this weekend and concerned about safety, you know what your choices are.

Have a great weekend, everybody and if you have a minute stop by and share your weekend plans here.