Gulf Shores Day 2
Took my first ride on a ferry yesterday. It was maybe a 30-minute-ride, from Ft. Morgan to Dauphin Island. A few dolphins tagged along with the boat. This was my first trip to said island since College days. I was somewhat taken aback by the remaining devestation from the hurricane of two years ago. I'd say about a third of the beach homes continue to be in unuseable condition.
We made a quick drive through Mobile. After spending the last six years navigating the traffic of Atlanta, these smaller cities seem so easy for driving. However, I've learned to be quite cautious when driving in little towns around here. These guys take a stop sign as only a suggestion. They also try to save gas by not using turn signals. I'd hate to have a major accident, and end up before Judge Leroy in Backwoods, Alabama.
Speaking of accidents, I came across an interesting movie at about 3 a.m. last night. I think it was the Sci-Fi Channel. A man was about to have surgery, could not speak or move, and yet he was entirely awake and cognizant of what was going on. I watched as the prep was made and the physician prepared to insert the scapel. Finally, the man was able to signal to the doctor that he was awake. The nurse leaned over him, made eye contact, and stated, "Oh, we know you are awake!" And, then the procedure continued. Now, isn't that a great nightmare? It ranks right along with the recurring one of my teen years, when a monster would be chasing me and I would be running in slow motion. All the time he would be getting closer and closer.
Gotta go. We are going out to eat, once again! I think we will try the place, suggested by tfruge, where the waiters throw the bread at you. Sound like my kind of place.
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tfruge1 (
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08.08.06 (10:26 am)
What you think if Dauphin Island? I've been there and I loved it. The ferry ride was pretty fun. Just like you said we had a few dolphins tag along and that was kind of cool. The fort was pretty cool too. We took the guided tour then we ventured off on our own. It all was pretty cool.
Let me know how you like that restaurant. That too is pretty cool. They literally throw the bread at you. Have fun!
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08.08.06 (10:39 am)
Wow. I have a beach house in Ft. Morgan and I reside in Mobile. I know exactly where that ferry is AND exactly how horrible these people drive ... I apologize for their oblivious-ness XD
Cool ^_^
Oh yea, I'm sure you'll have fun @ Lambert's, just keep an eye open for weird stuff.
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PastorDave (
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08.08.06 (10:58 am)
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Yep, we are going to check out Lambert's. Since you are from the area, please give me a few suggestions for inexpensive fun. We are 3 teens and 2 old folks, with 3 days to go.
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PastorDave (
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08.08.06 (11:02 am)
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I could not talk the kids into the fort tour- it reminded them too much of school, they said.
About 25 years ago I spent 3 days at Dauphin Island. It seemed isolated and laid back. Now, it seems much more a part of the progressive and commercialized Gulf Coast. Except for the hurricane mess, of course. We drove to the west end, which had the brunt of the storm, and saw many luxury homes in complete ruin. I am sure this was a devestating hit upon the economy of the area. I took some pictures, and may post one or two later. And, I think I prefer this end of the Gulf over the lower Florida area. It is much more friendly, and I think a bit cooler, if anything around here can be cool in August!
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scubadiva (
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08.08.06 (1:37 pm)
I spent 9 months in Mobile at Spring Hill College. And I spent a good 6 hours in the local Juvenile Hall. I imagine they have a memorial built for me there. Mwahahaa
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spook102956 (
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08.08.06 (4:56 pm)
Sounds like you and the fam are having fun. I'm not from the area, so can't give any suggestions, but just wanted to say I hope you have fun and also some relaxation.
