Monday we went to Coney Island and oh what a day it was. Who ever said that Coney Island is not fun does not remember what it was like to be a kid. The moment that we got there I was overcome with excitement, it was really something. This was one of the best days that we have had in the city.
Doug is a big fan of the Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest so these pictures seemed appropriate.
We all enjoyed our onion pepper hot dogs and funnel cake...two items that were a must.
We took a walk out to the pier, it was beautiful and peaceful. Doug reminded me that we will be able to do this almost every night when we move.
We even got to see something called "Shoot the Freak". This I kind of felt bad about but the guy did not seem to mind, he was mocking us.
Then it was the actual freak show. Doug claims that this was the best six bucks that he has ever spent. There was the guy that drilled a nail up his nose, the girl that swallowed a knife about a foot long, a women that dances with a snake, another women that is full of electricity and can start a fire with her fingertips, and the fire eating lady among others. Complete entertainment.Check this out:
Next was the Ferris Wheel. This is a Ferris Wheel like no other, it moves like a roller coaster, I have to admit that I was a little scared.
This video explains a lot but it was a little windy:
We took random pictures, keep in mind that this place is suppose to be for kids. We got a kick out of all the workers smoking and having bodies full of tattoos.
We saved the best for last....The Cyclone!! I have been on many roller coasters but this one takes the cake. It even came with the shirtless man in the front that kept paying to ride it over and over without getting out.
We could not hide our excitement.
The conclusion is...if you get a chance to go to Coney Island, take it!!
For Jeff's take on the day check out his blog, he is a lot funnier then I??
For Jeff's take on the day check out his blog, he is a lot funnier then I??
5 comments:
Looks like you guys had a blast! We went to Coney Island last year and had a great time as well. I agree that it is a must do.
That looks so fun! I love fair/carnival food. Mmmm Hot dogs and funnel cakes. I love roller coasters too. The cyclone sounds like a blast.
Alright, we'll be sure to catch Coney Island while we are there. Of course, my stomach doesn't do as well on rides as it did when I was younger. What a great idea for a mini vacation in your very own and very cool city.
Looks like so much fun... I really want to come to NY for a vacation!
We loved the Wonder Wheel, but definitely didn't think it was worth the $15 it cost us to ride (3 tickets) since we only went around a total of 2 times (one of those being stop&go while they loaded cars)... it was super windy the day we went & quite cold at the top. Oh, and I was 8 1/2 months pregnant, which makes it even more memorable. On one of Lexi's kid CDs ("For The Kids") there's a song about the Wonder Wheel, so she was so happy to see it and get to ride on it.
PS. I've always wanted to shoot the freak!
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