This weekend the family and I went to New Smyrna Beach for some fun and relaxation. At first we thought Saturday was going to be a wash with the rain clouds rolling in. It rained for about 30 minutes and ended up being a gloriously beautiful day. So the ladies moseyed on down to the beach to catch some rays. It was hot! I believe I was sweating off my sunscreen as I was putting it on. After some time, we decided to cool off in the water.
The whole time we were sunning on the beach there were about 6 people out in the water paddle boarding. I have always wanted to try and thought about taking a lesson but just have not partaken in the adventure. Then one of the paddle boarders came up and asked my mom if she would like to try. She politely declined but told him that I have always wanted to try paddle boarding. He asked if I wanted to try and I gladly accepted. I have to say it is a little difficult at first with the waves but once you get the hang of it, it is so much fun. My new little paddle boarding friend from California even tried teaching me how to surf on the board. Though I was not successful surfing on my feet, I rocked it when surfing on my knees.
Needless to say, he allowed my brothers and I to use his board for the rest of the evening. I do not have pictures of our fun but here is one before we started our adventure. (they look like little ants out there)
That night we went to Off The Hook Raw Bar for dinner. We have been there a few times and neither of us has had a bad meal. We always kick off the meal with steamed oysters, yummy! I had the shrimp tacos and they were delicious! Other family favorites include: grouper ruben, grouper sandwich, shrimp basket, shrimp po'boy, crab legs, boiled shrimp and creole shrimp and sausage patter. For extra items I would recommend the broccoli, green beans, and the hush puppies are to die for. We are still sampling other meals so updates will follow. ;)
The next morning we had breakfast from one of our favorite french bakeries. Mon Delice French Bakery is one of the best. Everything is had made to perfection. I love the chocolate croissants and cinnamon bun but the other delights are just as good.
After we said our goodbyes to my aunt and uncle we had to head back home. It was a great weekend and I am definitely looking into getting a paddle board!
Until next time...
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