We stopped at bookstore, a vintage clothing shop, souveneir shops, an antique store, a shoe store, an art gallery, and rock shop. I bought a few old books from an antique store where it was 'make an offer' day; then I bought some petrified wood from the rock shop, where the owner also gave us a few sand dollars.
The fog slowly lifted, rolling away bit by bit as the waves crashed slowly higher onto the sandy shore. The breeze was strong, and the water fairly cool. Seeing the ocean is one of the most amazing sights in the world. I am always amazed at its beauty; the waves are so strong and loud, yet peaceful and calming at the same time. I always feel the magnificence of our awsome God. He has created such a beautiful world for us to enjoy.
After we left the beach we ate dinner at a local restaurant called Pig 'N Pancake. That wrapped up our visit to Seaside, and we headed about 10 minutes south down the coast to Cannon beach to see Haystack rock. That was a stunning sight. It was getting cooler, and very windy, so we didn't stay to long. We headed back about 5:30 which was perfect for missing the end-of-work rush hour near Portland as well. The beach is one of my favorite places in the entire world. If I ever left Wisconsin (which I love the most of anywhere) I would for sure want to live near the coast. The smells of saltwater and sea creatures, the seashells and sand, waves crashing on the beach-what a lovely place the ocean creates.
As we drove home, we stopped for gas. The station stopped at was apparently not self serve because as soon as I drove up, an attendant was at my window asking me 'What would you like?'. I asked him if he was going to put it in the car for me, and after a split seconf of confusion remember my Grandmom telling me stories of how someone always used to pump your gas for you. I can see how that would be a nice service, but it was a first time experience for me!
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