Day 13-Sunday, 11 Jan 09-S.Padre Island

Photos: One of the hundreds of 'sandscapes made by the wind on the beach.

Will, Dianne, Wayne and I at Dirty Dan's...the best fresh fish restaurant on the island.

It was almost like sleeping in a rocking chair last night. The wind was really howling and it was v-e-r-y chilly, however the combination of Wayne & heater meant I was toasty warm and slept like a baby. Watching the weather channel this morning was just a bit depressing and there’s no place close to get away from it. However, we still don’t have to shovel so we are still happy people.
We got in to Wil’s truck and headed out to the beach…they could not be here and not see it, but it was freezing and it only took a short walk before we were back in the warm vehicle. We took the opportunity to stop and get some extra meat and fresh stuff for the fridge…I don’t like running low in case we are really comfortable somewhere and have to unhook to get groceries.
The sun came out this afternoon and although the wind still had a bite, it wasn’t quite as cool as the morning. It’s supposed to warm up tomorrow so we’ve opted to stay one more day. We’ll all pack a lunch and head back to the beach, even if we have to find a ‘valley’ between some of the dunes. If the wind isn’t blowing we won’t have to worry about sand in the food!
I’m anxious to take lots of photos tomorrow. The sand is a golden brown but there is a mixture of dark colours and the wind forms the most incredible patterns. This beach has thousands of shells and we really have to control ourselves not to haul too many of them home. Dianne & Wil are also staying one more day, hoping the beach will be warm enough, even with a light jacket, to spend some time on…that’s what South Padre Island is all about.
We went out for dinner tonight to Dirty Al’s…it’s walking distance from the KOA and the fish is so fresh. I’ve eaten more fish in the last week than in the last year. The shrimp here is big, fresh, and delicious. Note to self…don’t get cholesterol checked for a few weeks when we get home.
So far my back is holding out well. I’ve showed Wayne how to do the ‘spinal push’ which keeps things loose. His knee was hurting when we first left but seems to be better. I guess all the parts are just getting old although I know we’ll both be much better condition once we can start swimming regularly.
Until next time, love and hugs to all. xx