Lost swimsuits at Ocean Beach Park
Description
I lost my swimsuits last Saturday around 7:15 pm at Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT. The water had a jade shimmer as the sun sank, and the gulls cried over the pier. I had just finished a late dip and left my towel and bag on a chair near the lifeguard stand by the main entrance. When I looked back, the swimsuits were gone. The cobalt-blue two-piece has a small tear on the left hip that I stitched myself. I'm anxious and hopeful—these suits aren’t easy to replace, and they carry memories of a family trip. If you spotted them near the snack shack or along the boardwalk, please let me know through the site.
Approximate last-seen location
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