Smathers Beach

There were surprises on the dock this morning.  A $10 million dollar ship, Lady Gayle Marie, was gone when I went to the bathroom at 6:40 am.  Gone without a trace or sound.  We wanted to meet the owners and get a tour, but that was not to be.  The best sleeper on Aunt Aggie got up around 9:00, so we were a leisurely lot.  After breakfast the word spread that a couple was washing their dog in one of the luggage carts.  What a great idea!  The cart is deep, and their pup could not escape.

Around 10:30 we went to Smathers Beach.  Everything went our way:  The beach is just a couple of miles away, easy to find.  There was free on the road parking near the restroom and the food truck.  The weather was sunny.  We had a great time:  walking, sunning, reading, wading, and watching the other beach goers.

During one walk we saw a film company setting up,  four police cars on the road surrounding a suspicious boat, and a wedding party taking photos, as well as all the usual beach activities:  burying your child in sand;  building castles; balancing on paddle boards.

George and Trisha waiting for their hot dog and french fry lunch.  Just $5 for the combo!

We're back on Aunt Aggie now at 4:00 pm, taking showers and preparing for the evening.  Soon we will head to Mallory Square for sunset and celebration.