“My life is like a stroll upon the beach, as near the ocean’s edge as I can go.” – Henry David Thoreau
Where do I find peace and relaxation? At the shoreline watching shorebirds search for food and listening to the rhythmic sound of gentle waves washing up on the sand. I also enjoy being around others on the beach walking along the ocean and seeing children playing in the sand. Occasionally, a few people are lucky enough to see a Loggerhead turtle return to the ocean after laying her eggs in the sand.
This first selection of shorelines was taken during our many travels to the Islands of Aruba and St. Kitt’s.
“Some beach somewhere, there’s a big umbrella casting shade over an empty chair. Palm trees are growing, warm breezes blowing. I picture myself there, some beach somewhere.” -Blake Shelton
The remaining pictures show the diverse shorelines of two beautiful beaches near our home on the Atlantic Ocean. This first group was taken in Wells and Ogunquit, Maine.
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” – Jacques Yves Cousteau
Last and certainly not least, these images taken on the beautiful beach at Kiawah Island, South Carolina.
“Whenever I look at the ocean, I always want to talk to people, but when I’m talking to people, I always want to look at the ocean.” – Haruki Murakami
Hope you have enjoyed seeing these images of diverse shorelines! Anne from Slow Shutter Speed is our host this week. Be sure to see her many wonderful pictures.
In closing I would like to share another favorite quote and thought for the week:
“You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is like an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty.” – Mahatma Gandhi
Wow, how wonderful! Your shoreline selection gives me great beach envy! Fabulous post, Sylvia. 🩵🌊💙
LOL Dina! Glad you enjoyed seeing these pictures!
Great images for this challenge Sylvia! You’ve shown us how different our shorelines can be from destination to destination.
Thank you, Anne, so glad you enjoyed seeing these pictures!
wow, beautiful photos!
Thank you, Emma, for your kind words!
Beautiful post, Sylvia. I agree with Egídio, there’s a story in every one of your photos.
Thank you so much Sofia! I guess one of my favorites is the first one showing the loyal dog patiently waiting on the shore for his owner to return.
Some beautiful images this week Sylvia. I especially loved your Maine images. They’re wonderful and so different for our scenes here on Kiawah. Terrific
Thank you Tina, as you well remember the coastline of Maine is beautiful and so diverse. These pictures only show a small area in the southern part of the state.
Sylvia, these are beautiful shorelines. Every single photo tells a great story.
Egidio, I’m glad you like these pictures. I had not thought about each one telling a story but you are right, there is a nice story and/or memory about each one! Thank you for your kind words.