Galveston

The sun was shining and the temperature was wonderful on Saturday.  I had planned to attend a wonderful International Festival highlighting Brazil in the downtown area but headed to Galveston instead.

I spent about five years in the Navy during the mid-eighties and I guess I have never gotten the sea out of my blood. The smell of the salt air and the waves coming ashore really relaxes me.  Always has...

So, it was a real treat to head back down to the water.  There is really something to be said for walking on the beach or along a pier and just looking out onto the water.  I loved driving along Seawall Boulevard and looking at all of the wonderful houses that are along the seaboard.  The pastel colors and the fact that they are up on stilts has always appealed to me.  I know that when I retire, my goal is to own a small place along the ocean/gulf.

Also found a great burger joint called Brick House Tavern and Tap (which is where the second photo was taken).  Had a delicious blue cheese burger and some wonderful tots.  They have a huge beer selection to choose from.  They are a bit pricey, but the food was good.

Tonight, is an Earth Day event at 14 Pews and I will be manning the table telling everyone how wonderful this place is to be a member.