Category Archives: Beach

Keep the Wolves Away

There’s no telling how many times I’ve crossed Intercoastal Bridge on the way to Surfside Beach, Texas.

I grew up nearby.

I’ve crabbed the bayous, wade fished the surf, cast lines from the jetties, swam the waters, and all the while immensely adding to my chances of skin cancer.     

This time the trip across the bridge didn’t go to the beach but to a marina.  Deep sea fishing.  50 miles out on a chartered boat with my four sons and son-in-law.

It was Friday the 13th, maybe not the best day to go more than 50 miles out on the wild blue yonder with all my name linage, but that’s what we did.

We met the two fishing guides 30 minutes before daylight, swallowed more Dramamine, and set sail.

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Clear Skies

Alone.

Yet, not.

Large families.

There are 33 people on the wall. Kids, kids-of-heart, grandkids, Janet, myself.

There’s always something going on in a big family. Someone’s always around, nearby, or on the way.

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