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Being a Pilgrim

When vacationing in Florida, most people go to the beach.   My sister and I went to a place called Dudley Farm IMG_2251This placed cost $4 to get in.  It better be good.

I watched the informative video about the wonders of Dudley Farm

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But the movie was really boring me and I could sense a narcoleptic attack comingIMG_2255

So I went outside to get some fresh air and wake up

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While sitt’n on the porch, I noticed some suspicious fellas coming

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So I followed them

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As it turns out, the Pilgram lady was giving them a lesson on shucking corn

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I wanted to shuck corn. So I got in line

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It wasn’t fair though. The little 3 yr old got to go first cuz he was 3.

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And he sucked at it

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But of course, his parents and Grandma cheered him on as if he was the was the best shucker ever.
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Me: Way to go little man. That was great.
Me (to myself): Too bad you suck at it, you little twirp

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Even his high fives sucked.

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Me (to myself): What are we waiting for? Let’s go. Stop giving him attention. He’s getting cocky. COME ON YOU STUPID OLD HAG!

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Me: Okay, Sis. Get ready. It’s almost my turn.
Sister: Yep.

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Me: Oh, my God! This so much fun. I’m so good at this.
Pilgrim Lady: Yeah, well not as good as that little one of course.
Pilgrim Lady (to herself): I can’t believe you’re waisting my time you pathetic girl. This shit is for kids, not women who should have popped out a couple of her own by now.

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Me: Yeah, I think we both know I’m the best at it. I’m doing a good job. Right?
Pilgrim Lady: Sure. You’re doing a great job.
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Pilgrim Lady (to herself): There’s other things a woman your age should be good at. Like changing diapers and giving head. You’re gonna die alone you poor girl. I’ll say a prayer for you tonight.

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Twelve Year Old Girl: That girl really sucks at shucking corn. A two year old could do better.

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3 Yrd Old: This bitch better back off. She’s cramping my style.

Mermaids Or Strippers???

I heard there were mermaids in Florida.  After driving two hours trying to find these Mermaids, I came across this signIMG_3240

Holy Crap! I found them! I couldn’t believe they’d been around since 1947!!!

IMG_3241Weeki Wachee was the only city  in the entire world with live mermaids

IMG_3262It was conveniently located next to a CVS.   Thank God cuz I forgot sunscreen.

IMG_3260When I got to the gate, I couldn’t get in because it costs $35. That fee included the waterpark, which I wasn’t even interested in going to.

As I walked away, I noticed this statue

IMG_3243At first I thought it was beautiful

IMG_3259Then I looked a little closer

Those aren’t mermaids!

IMG_3243They’re just naked chics with unusually large hands. And their fins aren’t even real. They’re tied to their feet with a rope!

I was little insulted.  But then I came across some real mermaids and I felt momentarily releived.

IMG_3256Me: Finally! A  mermaid with a tail.  But of course she’s not wearing a top.  What is it with this place? It’s like a soft porn amusement park with fake mermaids.

Mermaid #1: Um, excuse me. Don’t be call’n these fake.  I payed good money for this rack

Me: I wasn’t calling your boobs fake. I just think this place is a sham.

Mermaid #1: Yeah, whatever. Move along  sister.

I kept walking when this one stopped me.

Mermaid #2: You have a problem with boobs do ya?

IMG_3253Me: Who me? No. I love boobs. I have a pair myself.  I just think it’s messed up. I mean, those other chicks up in the air are completely naked and y’all aren’t even wearing your sea shell bikinis like you’re supposed to.

Mermaid #2: Maybe we don’t want to. Ever think about that?

Me: Oh, come on. Don’t you think people will respect you more if you keep those things covered?

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Mermaid #2: No

Me: Here, just see what it’s like. I promise, clothes are comfy.

Mermaid #2: No, I really -

IMG_3251Me: See! Turquoise is your color! You look fabulous!

Mermaid #2: I feel like an idiot

Me: Oh, stop it.  Let’s take a picture. It lasts longer. Say “Boobies.”

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Both of us ( in unison): Boobies (but Mermaid #2 sounded forced)

Mermaid #2: No. I can’t do this.  Take it off.

IMG_3250Me: What? No way. You look great! You’re just self-conscience.  Sure you’ve got headlight going on down there.  I better watch out. Those things are so sharp you might stab me if I’m not caref-….

IMG_3247Mermaid #2: TAKE THIS FUCKING SHIRT OFF BEFORE I SLAP YOU ACROSS THE FACE WITH MY FIN, YOU JUDGEMENTAL,  PRUDISH,  LITTLE C-(bleep)

Me: Ooo-kaaaay. Chill sister.  I’ll take it off. Here, let’s take another picture.  One without the shirt, okay? Just for you.

IMG_3246Me: Does that make you happy? You’re not mad at me right? We’re good….right? I mean, look. My bathing suit is falling off. See, I can look like a slut too.  I-…
IMG_3246Mermaid #2:  That‘s enough, I think you should leave.   I need some space.
Me: Okay. That’s cool. I’ll just sit over here.

IMG_3255Me: Just let me know when you’re done needing your space.

IMG_3254Mermaid #2: That’s not enough.  I think you should leave the mermaid park entirely.

Me: Okay. Fine.  It’s your home. Your lifestyle.  I worry about you. But I’ll go. Far be it for me to tell you what to do.

Mermaid #2: PLEASE LEAVE!!!

I left.  A mile down the road, I passed this place.

IMG_3269Now it all made sense.  No wonder they were so comfortable without their shirts on.  They had all been hired from this place.

If you enjoyed this story, there’s a good chance you’ll enjoy this one:
http://melaniehamlett.com/2009/04/30/tourists-can-be-douchebags/