Archive for September 9, 2008

And Now For Something Completely Different

by John Weckerle

We join you today from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, deep in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Hannah.  In this case, the “aftermath” is sunshine with occasional clouds, a light breeze, and a glass of chardonnay. Â

Sunrise at Myrtle Beach

Having spent much of last week wondering whether our only “real” vacation of the year was going to be battered to pieces by tropical weather, we arrived yesterday more or less without incident (a minor delay affected the final leg of our travel, and there was some of the bumpiest weather I’ve ever encountered between Atlanta and Florence, SC).  We landed in Florence – a little 3-gate airport – and drove to Myrtle Beach, checked in (we’re at a time-share right on the beach), sat around for a bit, visited the Tiki Bar by the pool, and then went to the Giant Crab seafood buffet.  The food was good, but I felt that it was a bit overpriced given the selection and the fact that it was, in fact, a buffet.  »» And Now For Something Completely Different