Even the smallest of towns have something to offer

Even the smallest of towns have something to offer

What to say about Rock Hall? Well, it is one of those sleepy blue-collar towns where grass yards are big, life is quiet, and most work hard on the water to make their living or work to keep the boats working. We had a very short ride from our quiet little anchorage to tie up at the town wharf. 

Once we were secured, we mounted our urban assault vehicles (read bikes) and hit the town. If you can call it that. There was a nice produce stand and a couple of shops. Yes, Lisa, I think you would have found something to buy!

After about a half hour, we pretty much saw all there is to see, so we went exploring on our bikes. Well, it wasn’t long before we hit pay dirt and stumbled across the local watering hole called Maggie’s Tavern. It has been owned and run by Maggie for the past 75 years. 

We couldn’t resist. I mean, they had 10oz Bud cans for $1.50, come on! I know, why 10oz cans? It’s a mystery, I guess. Well, walking into a place like that has its risks. First off, there is the local welcoming crew that hangs outside talking up a storm. Then there is actually going inside, where once you break the threshold, all eyes turn so that you are clearly identified as a non-local. That was followed by someone saying, “Here we go”. 

It wasn’t but a minute, and Jeff, a local who grew up here, came over to chat us up. Before long, others would reach out to strike up a conversation or show a political funny on their phone. You can only imagine their political bent here. We listened as the watermen talked about their woes of poor catch, bad weather, and regulation changes. However, they all often smile and laugh. This is real America. Working hard, dreaming for a better future for their families, but reasonably content to just be here. 

So, this is Sue now…I had to laugh because the first thing I saw at Maggie’s Tavern was a big plastic “Frosty” sitting on top of a table. When I asked about it, Jeff said that Frosty stays on the table but gets a costume put on him for various occasions. Upon a closer look, I did in fact see green garland still wrapped around his neck from St. Patrick’s Day. Memorial Day is quickly approaching, and I can envision Frosty holding an American flag to replace his broom!!  and I can envision Frosty holding an American flag to replace his broom!!