Almost Summer

Memorial Day is right around the corner. The weather is warming up and Solomons Island is in full swing - including soft-serve at Cone Island.  Yes, I had to do a quality check and I can report it's up to par for the season. A nice small mixed (swirl) cone was just what I needed. Okay, "needed" is an overstatement and I did only eat half, but it was really good.

Thursday starts the weekend in this town, and the parking lots were quite full. The construction crews from Cove Point were well represented based on the number of trucks in town. No matter how you feel about the expansion of the plant, there is a boost to the local economy.

As usual too, there are plenty of nice vehicle running up and down the strip.  I saw a Slingshot (trike) tonight, and gave the lovely couple a nice big "thumbs up" as they drove past. In return I was rewarded with a nice loud "thanks" as they drove past.  I love this town, it really brings out the best in people.




You stop and look twice when you see real wire-wheeled cars.  Such a great looking Jag, come here kitty kitty!

My trek along the riverwalk took me as far as the Tiki Bar, and it too was doing a good business tonight. It was a fabulous night to be out for a good drink. Wonderfully warm and clear.  If you like sand and palm trees this is the place for you.

Beyond the sights of cool cars and bikes, it's the people that make Solomons Island special. Everyone seems happy, smiling, talking.  Tonight, like many, I struck up a great conversation with Taerah.  I'm not sure I got the spelling right, but it sounds like tay-ra.  He's awaiting final approval of his company to be stationed in Germany and is hanging around SOMD.  This was his first stop in Solomons, and I can tell he loved the place.  We spent a good deal of time chatting with subjects ranging from photography (he's a really good photographer), to the edges of politics.





Other folks along the Riverwalk included a number of dog walkers. This 6 month old pup is being evaluated as a Therapy Dog.



I've never seen the dash of a car covered in flowers .. until today!




























 The night was fading as I finished talking with Taerah.

Even the Amish like here!

The day drew to a close and I bid Solomons a farewell..  for now.  The evening brought just what I needed - much refreshment.  I've been sick for quite a while and this was quite literally a breath of fresh air.  Great people, dogs, cool vehicles and wonderful conversation, yes Solomons Island is the place to be.

Some air traffic provided by NAS Patuxent River