Saturday

CRAZY TURTLE THING


BAHAMIAN PERFORMER IN ALL HIS SEQUINED GLORY


BEAUTIFUL VIEW FROM CRAZY RUSTY BOAT


Saturday we walked along Hudson River Park with Matthew. Very hot. But we were amused with a dog park that had the cutest little French Bulldog playing with a hose in a kiddie pool. He was shaking the hose and splashing all who were watching. So cute. I almost want one. If they'd just learn how to use a litter box it would be a go. Also came upon one of the strangest pets I've seen yet. A turtle. Or rather, a tortoise. Large (a bit larger than a frisbee size), prehistoric looking beast. He was just munching his way through the grass, his amused owner looking on. Who in god's name owns a turtle in New York City? He was a mere 12 yrs old and they can live to be 120. And who will take care of him when his owner dies?? Personally I think its best to get a pet you will outlive.

Around 23 Street we came upon Bahamian Day Festival on one of the barges. Perfect. We were hungry and in need of a shady spot to chill out. Had conch fritters, stewed goat (eww!), craby rice, Malibu and cokes and Johnny Cake. Perfect. There was also a wedding reception starting at the end of the barge. I watched and remembered the stress and panic of the wedding day. But the bride looked great & glowy in her sexy dress and I realized that its such a wonderful day and worth all the stress.

Next to the barge was a big ol' rusted boat. So we went up to investigate. Very creepy. Very rusted. Very interesting. Downstairs there was a disco ball hanging with couches placed throughout the boat. Apparently parties were held here. A DJ was actually there warming up. It would be great for Halloween but anything else would be too freaky. Henry thinks its a gay sexboat. But he just assumes b/c its in Chelsea. So we climbed up a ladder, got some drinks and chilled as we watched the sun set ahead and the wedding progress down below us. Very relaxing.