Post by beachrat on Oct 27, 2006 22:29:10 GMT -5
Spent a few hours Tuesday driving around the Wildwoods. 
We really took our time and went up and down a lot of streets - at least, the streets that weren't torn up 
Was pleasantly surprised to find Laura's Fudge open, brought home a new stash of fudge, sponge, and taffy.
Had a good lunch at the Star Diner - what a great place!
We never seemed to make it there in the summer, but I will make a point of going back. The atmosphere, food, and service were all top-notch.
Noticed that the Ivanhoe's sign was missing - what's up with that? Don't think it's coming down, there were workmen putting a coat of white paint on the one building.
The Buccaneer is still standing, it looks so sad. Saw what was left of the Grand - another week or so and that will be an empty lot.
Something was going on at the Water's Edge, but couldn't really tell what. Looked like they were cleaning up debris from the parking lot, but couldn't tell what it was. There was a lot of it, though. Maybe they're finally replacing the rooftop sundeck? It was a little ratty in spots last time I was up there.
Saw the Thunderbird condos - have to say, they are pretty nice looking. They have a little more character than some of the places, although they're not doo-wop. Coastal Colors was another place that appealed to me.
All in all it was a nice day. ;D Just wish it hadn't been so windy - made it seem colder than it really was. Couldn't spend much time outside the car, I didn't really have a warm jacket.
We really took our time and went up and down a lot of streets - at least, the streets that weren't torn up 
Was pleasantly surprised to find Laura's Fudge open, brought home a new stash of fudge, sponge, and taffy.
Had a good lunch at the Star Diner - what a great place!
We never seemed to make it there in the summer, but I will make a point of going back. The atmosphere, food, and service were all top-notch. Noticed that the Ivanhoe's sign was missing - what's up with that? Don't think it's coming down, there were workmen putting a coat of white paint on the one building.
The Buccaneer is still standing, it looks so sad. Saw what was left of the Grand - another week or so and that will be an empty lot.
Something was going on at the Water's Edge, but couldn't really tell what. Looked like they were cleaning up debris from the parking lot, but couldn't tell what it was. There was a lot of it, though. Maybe they're finally replacing the rooftop sundeck? It was a little ratty in spots last time I was up there.
Saw the Thunderbird condos - have to say, they are pretty nice looking. They have a little more character than some of the places, although they're not doo-wop. Coastal Colors was another place that appealed to me.
All in all it was a nice day. ;D Just wish it hadn't been so windy - made it seem colder than it really was. Couldn't spend much time outside the car, I didn't really have a warm jacket.
I usually take tons.
