Joe read books this winter about Galveston, TX. The history, the hurricane of 1900, Strand Street (the most important street in Galveston and most important financial center in the world from 1870-1900.)
The hurricane brought an end to the prosperity of Galveston. Galveston's port was one of the busiest in the world. Today is it a beach, resort town. The beach is dotted with colorful umbrellas and people with lobster skin, having fun during their vacations.
Joe enjoyed seeing where the action was, so many years ago. We took a horse and buggy ride with the driver giving a little history of the area. Joe helped him out with more details than the driver could possibly remember! 
Leaving Texas~~
We are glad we spent the winter in Brownsville, TX. We went to as many places as possible, met some wonderful people, added approximately 80 birds to my life bird list and enjoyed many towns in the area, as well as a few in Mexico.
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