The kiss of a gunslinging Sheriff

 On Wednesday we decided to visit Coronado again, mostly because we love this beautiful town. We got off the bus along the main road where all the shops are, I want to say Orange Avenue, but I am not sure if this is the right name. We strolled down the road enjoying the sun shine, and looking in the shops. Though at this point I was determined not to buy much more. The panic over the weight of the cases was already setting in. We made our way down to the beach and spent a lovely hour walking on the gorgeous soft sand, and dipping our toes in the Pacific. I wish we could have stayed longer but the sun was merciless and once again, not even a teeny bit of shade to be found anywhere.

Once we left the beach we made our way back into the town and walked back to Clayton's coffee shop for lunch, the place is so cool. We sat in one of the booth's, chose songs from the table top juke box and enjoyed our lunch. The staff there are nice and I love the atmosphere.  After lunch we called into Walgreens to pick up a few things and then we headed back to Old Town. We decided to spend the afternoon in the National Park part of Old Town, and first stop was Rust's General store for tea. I love to sit out on their porch. While inside I ran into the sheriff, a rather dashing individual who very much looked the part. I commented on how smart he looked and the charming gentleman took my hand, kissed it and said how charmed he was to meet me. Sigh.......

 

We spent the rest of the afternoon there in the park, its hard to tear yourself away. I can't think of anywhere I prefer to spend time and I am so glad we chose to stay in Old Town this year. There are many museums, and this year we were delighted to find the old school house museum open. Sadly due to lack of volunteers, this is usually closed. We also managed to see the Old Courthouse.

We finally returned to the hotel to wait for a call from Suzi. This came around 5pm to say she was on her way. We met her outside the hotel and she very kindly took us to the Hob Nob Café for dinner. We met her husband Rick and his lovely mum Janice there. The Hob Nob is kind of 1940's styled with a very varied menu. Suzi and I decided to split a meal as you usually find they are huge. I have to say that even though Paul wrinkled his nose in distaste, the liver and onions was a good choice!!  It was a lovely meal with a lovely family and I am so glad we got to be a part of it. It was an early dinner, and we were back at the hotel by around 7pm so we headed out into Old Town for a drink at the Old Town Saloon and a walk around the town. There's always lots of people about, and so much to see. I totally want to go back.....like NOW!!!