Where did Seaside GO!!!!!!!

[Dave Rauschkolb]

Whoa there, last I checked, Mo is still happy, the shaved ice is still fun for the kids. True, the sound police seem to be everywhere but no one has ever been allowed to take a drink out of Bud & Alley's; If you did, you broke the law. That's why we have to have doormen and signs that state it plainly. Finish your drink before you leave. A credit card up front is pretty standard in most busy bars everywhere; I think I leave my American Express at Cafe' Rendevous every time I go but the bartender gets paid and tipped no matter how much wine I drink if I walk out; I'm ok with that.

Remember, there are a lot of people who are moving here for the first time and these are their "good old days" they will look back on. Basically, this place still is amazing, different, yes but still amazing in my book.

Years ago, I made a commitment to myself. I decided not to be bitter about the changes that would come. I was not going to complain about change unless I was willing to fight it. From time to time I get inspired by something so stupid it must be stopped but for the most part I am as blissful as ever living in this paradise. We have 5 months a year of this place pretty much to ourselves too. How good is that? :funn:

Dave

Anyone remember Seaside, fun to be at, the airstrem selling shaved ice was fun for kids, you could walk out of B. & A.'s with a drink in your hand, Mo was happy, we knew everyone, 30A, was differen. , I bought a home years back in Seaside to retire someday,,, my wife and I could enjoy ourselves, worked very hard in the music biz to be able to enjoy the dream. The whole dream was only a dream, I been here a very short time and found out the little tiny world we enjoyed "30A" has changed, can't play music, to much noise, credit card up front, just to get a drink, when we never had to do that, RULES, are making a 57yr old man nuts, red shirt security (Seaside) are over stepping their bounds. Please someone help me make since of a retirement dream that has gone, wrong, WHAT HAPPENED to the old 30A we all enjoyed just a few short years ago. I am not ranting, just need to make some sense of all the madness

 

[Beach Runner]

I agree with DD and SJ. This place is paradise.

 

[JUL]

We realize security is around for a reason and that they are not the ones who picked out the "red shirts." But honestly, we were driving through Seaside on the 30a the other day .... and walking down the sidewalk was a "Red Shirt" .... it just looked so extreme .... the screaming red stop shirt, the black pants, and combat boots .... as an outsider it would make me wonder "what's wrong with this place?" To us, it gives the appearance that this is not a safe place to be ... which doesn't seem good for tourism.

 

[JUL]

I was in Seaside for a week during the Seeing Red Wine Festival. Never once did I see a Red Shirt person. We spent plenty of time at Bud & Alley's and I walked out everytime with a drink in my hand. I know Seaside has changed since I first started going there some 20 years ago, but I had no problems.

probably not cool to say you walked out with drink in hand and then name establishment

 

[Minnie]

I figure as we age, we all change from what and who we were when younger. Why should a location be different.

People play a huge part in making a location a paradise. My daughter worked at Seaside for 5 months this year and I visited her often, and realized there are "good" people still to be found at Seaside and I am sure there always will be.

 

[ozbeachmom]

Give me Seaside anyday... Today here in lovely Kansas, it was cold, spitting snow and windy. I will take the beach and the wonderful people who live there anytime!!! I can't wait to get there for the holidays. People who live in paradise full time should be grateful for that beautiful beach, the wonderful restaurants, and the great weather! I can't wait to get out of here and see the beach and gulf that I love so much!! Watch out Red Bar, I need a Bloody Mary or two!!

 

[organicmama]

One day, Greenroomsurfer made a good point. He was talking about all the security issues in Seaside and then said something along the lines of, "In the end, Seaside will still be there, after all the security b.s., etc. is over. They really have nothing to worry about." GRS, if I misquoted you, please post your thoughts.

We are going through a time of huge change, not just Seaside, but all of 30-A. There's been a lot of growth and development, some good and some bad. But if we stay focused & honest, as a whole, it will all work out in the end.

I can biotch and moan just like anyone else about this place. But all I have to do is drive down the beach or take my daily bike ride to see the beauty and grace that rises about it all. All I have to do is see a familiar smiling face that knows my family and genuinely cares and I know that we are home. I know that I'd rather be here than Atlanta or anywhere else that I have lived or visited right now.

 

[Smiling JOe]

After SurfFilm Fest tonight, Seaside just increased their coolness factor, greatly.

 

[organicmama]

After SurfFilm Fest tonight, Seaside just increased their coolness factor, greatly.

Thanks for all the updates on the "other website." It was too cold for me tonight.

 

[Smiling JOe]

cold weather is all about cuddling for body heat.