I got another ride across the bay again. I have not actually been to the Pier since Julianne and I used to go(She was thrown out of Cha Cha's not me). I parked my car by a place called Pioneer Park. I read some of the plaques. Apparently St. Pete has a pioneer history. That might make a good post some day.
It was an unbelievable nice day. The bay was spectacular! Sailboats everywhere. No Wonder people migrate to this state.
I walked to the pier, past the hot dog vendor at the entrance to the boardwalk. Told her I'd buy one when I came out. It was a nice walk. People everywhere. It was about 80 degrees. Fantastic.
Up ahead there where people fishing and boats hanging out.
What amazes me are these Pelicans that hang out here. They are the most efficient fisherman in the world but they behave like skid row bums begging for food.
I continued my walk around to the back and I saw this really cool looking sailing vessel. It had the sails and mast of an Eighteenth Century Clipper ship. Wow! I had no idea there was such a thing here in St. Pete. The name of the vessel was "THE BOUNTY." Is that like mutiny and the Bounty? I don't know.
I tried to go up the gang plank but they said there was a $5 cover charge. Oh well, I can still take photos.
Check this out. There was a sign posted stating EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Cool. I need a change of pace.
Just click the sign "Deck Hands Needed." It says "long hours." "low Pay," but "The opportunity of a Lifetime." Cool. That's all me baby. I always wanted to be in the Navy!
I hope I don't have to work to hard. Maybe they will just let me lay back smoke a cigar and let someone else do the work. That would be great.
Out back there where just outstanding views of Tampa Bay.
They had a band that was getting a lot of attention.
I went to the elevator. There was an aquarium on the second floor. Not to bad. I've seen better.
Now the main attraction was the top floor. Cha Cha Coconuts! Now get me a cold beer! I then saw what had to be one of the ultimate shots of St. Pete. Maybe this has been done before. But not like was about to do it. Even while drinking a beer. I
did put it down though. I could not help but notice I was not alone. the area was crowded. Every table taken. The help staff looked stressed. Oh well.
When I left, I did see the hot dog lady again and it was sauerkraut with mustard and a coke for 3 bucks. A square deal.
Over all I wish I had more time, but I wanted to get home and see the championship games on TV. Next year the bucs will be in it for sure.
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