having a horrible time in newport, like really bad

Second Beach, one of the
 worst beaches on earth.

I had a truly glorious weekend. Although I did not arrive at my destination until after ten o'clock on Friday evening, it still felt full. I had one of the greatest beach days ever on Saturday with my mom, dad, and sister. The beach in Newport (as in Rhode Island) was packed, but we managed to have a great time - aside from the moment my sister and I got pooped on by a seagull. It felt like someone splashed me with water. Nope, not the case. It was poo poo and it was all over me, my towel, and my beach bag.  Everyone says it is good luck, but it sure didn't smell like good luck. Anyways, even though I was there for an entire week last year compared to the thirty six hours of this year, I was able to do the majority of my favorite things, which includes; fancy cocktails at Fluke, Second Beach, Sweet Berry Farm, eat lobster and ice cream, shop on Thames Street and at the Newport TJ Maxx (one of the best TJs on earth), hang out with my parents and sister, and look at cool boats. I even went on a four mile run while I was there. I didn't feel overly rushed either - everything just fell into place. The things I did miss were my husband being with us, visiting Providence, eating at the Boathouse in Tiverton, and visiting Sakonnet Vineyards - he was working and there just wasn't enough time to visit the other places. I love Newport so much and appreciate being able to make time to visit each year. Some years I am there for longer than others, but as long as I get to go for a little while, I am content. I think people need to stop talking about how great it is though. It was very crowded, so tell your friends that Newport sucks and that they should find somewhere else to go on a summer vacation. (haha)