A Walk On the Beach

There are very few who don’t recognize the sights, sounds, and smells of one of the most visited places in history. Almost everyone has been there once in their lives, and even as small children the experience never escapes. I have been fortunate to visit the beach numerous times, but one has stayed in my mind more than others. One most people haven’t had the chance to participate in.

Close your eyes and imagine a day at the beach. What do you see? Most would answer a sunny, hot, stuffed, but beautiful day. My experience is of a different kind. I woke up one morning during Spring Break in Gulf Shores, Alabama expecting the usual day. However, when I looked out my window, the sun wasn’t shining and it was raining. Everyone was inside was watching television and my friend went shopping with his mom, so I seized the moment and suited up. I didn’t bring a lot of "cold gear" with me, but I did manage to find some wind pants and a sweatshirt.

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