I’ve still got my panties in a twist over my malfunctioning comment section. So much so, that I haven’t felt like writing anything. Don’t roll your eyes at me. You’ve got irrational hang-ups, too. The commenting give-and-take makes it all worthwhile. The WordPress wonks aren’t as enthusiastic about fixing it as I thought they’d be. Meanwhile, here’s a photo essay.

We took advantage of a freakishly balmy December day and strolled the Asbury Park boardwalk.

That decaying structure in the background is the old Asbury Park Casino.

The Casino was an arena built in the 1920’s. The walkway links Asbury Park to adjacent community Ocean Grove. The acoustics of the walkway are ideal for busking.

Porkchop, Casino Mural, (Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ), 2009

The Happiest Dog in New Jersey.

Punk Rock godfather Tom Verlaine still working the circuit.

No Swimming. Lifeguard Not on Duty.

The Second Happiest Dog in New Jersey. Dogs love the boardwalk.

Two of many, many, vintage 1950’s-era pinball machines at the Silver Ball Museum, all in working order.

Detail from Hawaiian Beauty. I’ll say.

“Did you hear the cops finally busted Madam Marie
for tellin’ fortunes better than they do?”