Last week I showed some pictures of the beach where I live. This week I would like to give you a peek at what it is like to live in a beach town. I’m not going to give you a view of boats, fish, and tourists. That may come later. I am going to let you see some of the shops and sights we have in the downtown area.
This first photo is of two old salts that watch over the happenings of the town. They are over twenty feet tall and quite imposing. That boat in front of them is a cement Farley boat that I talked about a couple of weeks ago. Behind them is the Islander souvenir shop.
Here is another view of the Islander shop. It is one of the nicest looking buildings.
These shops are across the street, and the one on the right is a surf shop and the one on the left jewelry and gifts.
What would a beach town be without a Henna tattoo shop.
Here is another gift store and you can see a pink octopus on the roof. I mean everyone should have a pick octopus. Right?
This picture is also of a souvenir shop that features a giant shark. You can see the size when compared to the station wagon parked nearby. Yes, you can go inside the shark and pose for a picture. (which no one else has ever done. Ever.)
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Can’t imagine why anyone wouldn’t want to take a picture inside the mouth of a giant fake shark. Not that I can see a horror movie starting that way or anything. 😉
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Let’s put it this way, I’ve never been tempted.
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It does look pretty creepy.
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Yes, I agree with you. I must needs have a pink octopus. First off, I’d like to see what color its eyes were.
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Black and white i think.
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Ah, a normal chap!
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I like sharks (really, they are very cool when left alone), but I wouldn’t step into that mouth for anything!
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Ha ha ha
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Charming little town you got there, John. I can almost smell the salty air!
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And the crowds
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Delightful and colorful buildings, well maintained as well. I’d like to walk your town and beach. Feels and sounds inviting. 😀 😀 Great pictures, John. Thanks for another tour.
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How many times have you had your photo taken with the shark, Butch? Five? 😉 Such a lovely TX town.
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I wanted to get a fishing pole and stage something like me holding a small fish with this thing looming in the background. My wife said as I get older I get weirder. Still the thought of it makes me laugh.
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Made me laugh, too. When I come for a visit, she and I will take your photo doing just what you’ve described.
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Good deal.
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What a quirky little beach town. I especially like the giant shark! 😀
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Thanks. I get to pass it every day. Every damn day.
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Haha! I guess it loses it’s appeal after awhile.
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I got drunk on too many “pink octopuses” in Atlanta and couldn’t finish all of my sushi 🐳🐳🐳
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Ha ha ha. Lucky you.
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They aren’t doing a get bitten for a buck thing? Missed opportunity, people.
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There was a monkey next to the shark who would bite. You could have your picture and a bite for a buck. (he disappeared. Wonder why)
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What a fun post, John. Thanks for sharing a peek into that part of your life. Hugs.
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Thanks for stopping. Look forward to tea with Teagan tomorrow,
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That’s so nice of you, John. A medical doctor in the UK sent the 3 things for this weekend, Victo Dolore at “Behind the White Coat” https://doctorly.wordpress.com/ . “Crinoline, Lye Soap, Caterpillar” gave me a challenge when i realized i needed a recipe! 😀
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Wow. Can’t wait.
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Heh heh! Who’d ever pose inside the mouth of a fake shark? That’s just silly.
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Most of em are Northerners
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Love the colors and vibe. You think the souvenir shop will sell the shark head? I’d love to put that in my front yard.
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They might make one for you.
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