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Field of View: Under the Boardwalk

September 21, 2012 by Annie Lane

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OK, so the walk along the Mission Beach boardwalk doesn’t lead to under anything at all, but whenever I’m there that song by The Drifters always pops into my head.

Here are some pictures from two different trips. In addition to a surprisingly quiet Belmont Park, I was able to catch the sunset and — man, oh man! –what a sight. Putting politics aside for a moment, we live in a beautiful world.

All photos by Annie Lane

  • Carousels have the potential to be very creepy, and the random Native American head isn't helping matters.
  • A model of the Belmont Park roller coaster, which can be found in the nearby museum.
  • An old roller coaster seat, which can also be found in the nearby museum.
  • Ah, Mr. Zogs. Still going strong 40-plus years later.

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Comments

  1. Anna Daniels says

    September 21, 2012 at 9:14 am

    I started my morning in City Heights with a walk on the beach. Thank you Annie.

  2. Annie Lane says

    September 22, 2012 at 10:39 am

    Anna, you are too sweet. Thank you.

  3. Robb says

    September 27, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    Beautiful photos! Thanks.

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