Sock Monkey Outside the Lightner Museum

My brother and I have decided that Sock Monkey needed a little "culture", so we decided to take him to see some of the statues outside the Lightner Museum. Well, he "oogled" the marbles and swung from the bronzes and made a general nusiance of himself. He DID meet some rather nice people from Oklahoma who took several photos of him and thought he was a riot (if he only knew!).

Sock Monkey also settled down to watch the beautiful koi fish in the pond. He spent several peaceful moments watching them swim slowly back and forth under the bridge before he went in search of mischief. Now, if we can only keep him away from the David in front of Ripleys Believe It or Not!

If you want a peaceful break while touring the city, then settle into the courtyard of the Lightner Museum (across from Flagler College) and enjoy the peace and quiet. It's a wonderful place to unwind after a long day sight seeing.

Music in the Streets and A Pretty Pink Bike

Sock Monkey decided that the good pirate, horse and driver and most of the other locals and tourists aren't that bad (he's already forgotten the evil pirate over-lord, obviously) and has decided to make a new friend. Marv, a local street musician, sets up and plays on Hypolita Street (1/2 a block from St. George near the Columbia restaurant) almost every day. Not only does he play guitar, but if you ask real nice, he'll even play his version of Mary Had a Little Lamb and sing for you also.

Sock Monkey enjoyed taking a turn at playing his guitar, but we all vetoed his plea to sign. All the "screeching" is painful on the ears.

Marv WAS nice enough to let him sit on his cool pink beach cruiser though. Not only is his pink bike cool, but he got it for a sweet deal. All it cost him was a trade in on his old beat up red bike and a kiss on the cheek (and a cup of coffee from McDonald's occasionally). Sock Monkey's "auntie Pam" is really glad Marv likes the new bike so much and promises to stop teasing him about it real soon (ok, her fingers may have been crossed).

Next time your walking St. George Street, make sure you stop and listen to Marv and his great guitar playing. He's usually out every weekend and most afternoons. He's well worth the listen and he always carries a smile if you need one. Tell him Sock Monkey said "How you doing!"

Carriage Tours

Sock Monkey, like all curious primates, loves other animals. He was happy to find the carriage horses lined along the bayfront waiting for passangers. After scurrying around, he found what looked to be a friendly horse and driver.

The driver was nice enough to let Sock Monkey sit up front in the drivers seat for a quick photo op and the horse was nice enough to offer a short ride on his back. After a brief conversation with the horse, Sock Monkey headed off to find new adventures, greatly relieved to know he had a new friend in town.

Sock Monkey's FAVORITE Breakfast Stop!

Sock Monkey, like all St. Augustine local's, has his favorite local restaurants. For breakfast, his just happen's to be Mary's. A great little restaurant on the corner of San Marco and Hypolita, right downtown. Not only are the staff the nicest around, but they can throw down a mean breasfast (and lunch!). His personal favorite? The breakfast? The Whatchamacallit! An olette that will knock your socks off (ok, maybe not Sock Monkey's socks)!

At lunch, their wraps (especially the Grilled Monteray Ranch) can't be beat! Not only is it a good meal in a friendly atmosphere (not to mention the great view of the bay while you eat), but it's all at a price that can't be beat!

Next time your out and about, drop in and tell them Sock Monkey sent you!

Mary's Menu

AAARRRRRGGGGGHHHH!

"ARRGGGGHHH! I lost me parrot and me thinks YOU'LL make a good companion!"

Sock Monkey was placed upon his shoulder. How is he ever going to get out of THIS mess?!?

After a brief, but intense sword fight, the good pirate was able to free Sock Mokey from the porate over-lord and he scampered away. Sock Monkey hopes to see the good pirate again very soon to thank him for his timely intervention!

A Nice Pirate...Maybe?

Even though the pirate appeared to be horribly froghtening, he actually turned out to be a rather nice guy (imagine, nice pirates in St. Augustine?!?!) He carried Sock Monkey to the local pirate leader, a VERY scary looking pirate/skeleton and presented him with much fan-fare.