After my graduation from University of Richmond, Ole and Birgitte joined my family in Sarasota, Florida for a family vacation. We really took the time to live the Florida lifestyle. We went boating, fishing, took walks along the water, went to the best beach in the country, and took the time to go to local museums. It was incredibly nice to have everyone together in my hometown. Too often we forget what an amazing and unique place Sarasota is, so taking the time to explore was perfect. Instead of putting all the sights of our vacation in one post I shall split it up.
When people hear me say that my hometown of Sarasota has the #1 beach in the country, they think that I am simply biased. Though I may prefer the sands of Siesta Key beach more than any other beach I have seen, it was actually rated as the #1 beach.
My favorite thing about Siesta Key beach is, as I mentioned before, the sand. With a higher percentage of Quarts than the typical beach, the sand here is very fine grains, that are white in color. The only way to describe it is that it is like baby powder.
I love watching the birds at the beach. From Laughing Gulls (commonly called seagulls), to several types of Pelicans, Herons and other wading birds, it seems like there are always a few entertaining birds at Siesta.
At Siesta Key beach there is an interesting tradition. Every Sunday, right around sunset there is a drum circle. It is not an elaborately planned or organized affair, yielding spontaneous rhythms, and entertainment for those who happen to be at the beach.
And people still wonder why I am picky when it comes to beaches!
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