"The area was so dense, even a gorilla would have a difficult time getting there," said Gary of Parker's location.
​After spending the night isolated in a precarious environment, Parker was remarkably unshaken by the experience. She exited the woods on her own feet with the help of rescuers and Gary. As she saw her son-in-law cry, Parker responded, “Don’t worry, it all turned out okay.”
​She was transported to the hospital for closer examination.
“The rescuers were very concerned and took it real serious,” said Gary of all the first responders.   “I credit them a hundred percent for saving her life. The officers were top notch.”
There is no doubt that tomorrow will be a very special Mother’s Day for the Wayne family.  
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It wasn't exactly a day like any other, even for Florida.   

Last week, the peacefulness of a neighborhood in The Villages was interrupted by an welcome visit from a massive alligator.   The reptile was discovered laying on a front lawn in the community about 30 miles northwest of Mount Dora.  Reportedly, no one was home when the animal, which measured 11 feet, 7 inches, paid its visit.

​Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission representatives 'worked' the spirited animal to tire it out before wrangling it to tape its mouth closed and haul it away.

Alligators are found in all 67 counties in Florida. 

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