26 October 2019 Blackpool and the lights.

The lights, atmosphere, fun, lots of people, the cold, the wind and a bit of rain. It was a perfect evening in Blackpool we walked the south peer and got a feel of the atmosphere from the merry-go-round rides to the games, slot machines and family pubs. We had dinner at JD Wetherapoons where I watched Michelle and technology in action - ordering our food via the app while sitting in the restaurant. Five minute later we had our drinks and five minutes after that our appetizing meal in an establishment that was packed - really impressive. Brian, so very patiently drove us through the Main Street to see all of the lights and others darker less known streets to get home . Michelle has been coming to Blackpool with gran and grandad, bringing children and grand children, for forty years and as far as memory serves, has only missed seeing the lights twice in that time. I understand completely as they are entrancing, mesmerizing and awe inspiring - a concept that has become a tradition and has stood the test of time. Some light displays have been there for forty years while others are recent. Sponsored by jewelry stores and hotels, comic characters, stories and TV shows. Recently lights have changed to LED technology. The trams that move people from the North via the central to the South peer and back again, are also lit up as boats and trains. What an adventure.