We rounded up around 11am and headed out on what seemed like the longest subway ride ever--in reality it was only an hour. One man on the train was extremely loud and excited about the parade, which only served to make me more excited about it as well. Then, the second I saw what I recognized from the movies as Coney Island, I turned into a 6 year old. I couldn't contain how thrilled I was to be finally seeing Coney Island, a place I had always said I'd go but never knew thought I actually would go.
It was as grungy and magical as I had expected. We went onto the boardwalk and got a Nathan's hot dog each, another item to cross off my bucket list (yes, I realize I'm a bit young to have one of those lists, but oh well). Then we went on the overpriced yet insanely fun rides! We only picked two each, which cost me $11 for my tickets alone.
Spook-o-Rama was hilarious! I rode with my roommate and we both screamed the entire time. I about died with laughter when we came out the other end. We also went on the Wonder Wheel, which I don't recommend if you're terrified of heights. We were in one of the colored cabs on the ferris wheel, which moves on a track. Oh my goodness! I knew it would swing but when it actually started sliding, I grabbed a hold of the cage and didn't let go again until we were closer to the ground. Irrational, yes. This particular ride boasts never having an accident in its 80 years of service.
The parade itself was so entertaining! Half of the marchers protested against BP and the oil spill with signs such as "End Violence Against Mermaids" and walking around with black paint splattered on their bodies. Others just danced and had a great time, like the man in the short wedding dress in one of the pictures below.
The crowd got overwhelming, so we didn't stay to see the whole thing. We moved towards the beach, a more difficult feat than we anticipated! It took several minutes to push through the crowd while trying to keep the group from being separated. The beach, though, was no better. I swear, I've never seen so many people on a beach before!
On the more ordinary side of things, my hands are completely stir-crazy. I "smartly" left my sewing and crocheting supplies at home, and so haven't crafted a thing in a couple of weeks. I'm dying to go out and find a craft store (hopefully not too expensive of one) and get some supplies. Then I won't feel so restless when I come in and have nothing to do. If anyone has any suggestions, let me know! :D
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