The first hint of what was to come snuck up on us Memorial Weekend. We had heard that folks were tired of quarantining in their homes, and the beach was beckoning with soft salty gulf breezes, wide open sandy beaches, and the infinite horizon of clean salt water. What could possibly be unhealthy about that? The weekend crowds now descend on the Seawall beginning early Saturday and head home Sunday afternoon. Last weekend was called “block car” party. I still haven’t figured out what a “block car” is:)
This weekend was obviously “hot car” party. The west end of the seawall is the perfect spot, with plenty of parking and walking about without traffic to contend with, as it is where the seawall dead ends. The crowds, at least in front of Diamond Beach, have been respectful and don’t even leave much trash. I’m praying that continues till fall. It gives me a reason to bike down the seawall every weekend, to catch up with the latest weekend theme party. No complaints from me, its free entertainment.
Heading down the seawall to the 61st Street Pier always provide a great people show on the weekends, as well. There’s always kite-flying, bird feeding, and tarp-parties with the smell of burgers and dogs wafting over the crowd. The only way to enjoy this show is via the bike. Parking is at a premium, and I’ve seen more than one yelling contest break out over a parking spot. My recommendation is to come very early to get the best spot. Even better, leave early before I-45 heading home becomes a real parking lot!
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