Galveston

Today, after cashing my check (which was half of what I expected) we decided to just drive and explore rather than shop.  First we stopped at Ryan’s buffet in Texas City.  The food was very good and we left quite stuffed.  Then we headed down to Galveston.  It’s absolutely amazing down there.  We drove all along the seawall, seeing almost all of the island before heading back north.  We stopped first at a random stop along the seawall and walked in the water a bit.  It was cold at first but really not bad.  It felt great.  Then we explored the north part of the island.  We drove until we hit the legal drinking beach, which I’m sure is packed during spring break.  There were a few tankers parked out in the distance, which was interesting to see.  Then we headed back south and went quite a ways past the state park before turning around.  There are some amazing houses down there.  The insurance on those houses are probably more than what our first house will be worth.  lol

We also stopped at one of gay bars, 3rd coast I believe it was called.  We lucked out with $2 shiners and some low key conversation with the bartenders.  It’s nice to have a place to just hang out for a little if we want to get out of the sun without having to worry about people being weird.

Ok, so it’s quite possible this part of Texas is winning us over.  The weather has been amazing.  The water is a perfect pit stop.  But it’s not nearly as obnoxious as florida.  How much money do we need to have a beach house? lol  I know where we’ll take everyone who visits now.  Forget Houston.  The gulf is away cooler.  We’re going back tomorrow and packing a lunch this time.  It did so much for our spirits.  I have been quite bitchy because I can’t sleep well with the noises and stuff here.  But the water is quite calming.  I can’t wait.