Whales, those massive mammals, like sunken ancient ships rising again from the depths, always thrill me. But neither Cheryl nor I had ever been on a whale-watching cruise, so when my grandson, […]
One Whale of a Day!
The Crash of Waves, the Scurry of Squirrels, the Echo of Wisdom
We often hear, “It’s so good to get out, to be outdoors.” I’ve always loved the “outdoors.” Or being on the “out” side of a “door.” Most of my out-door loving is on […]
Being Thankful—From Wings—to Whales
There is so much to be thankful for as Autumn bursts across Long Beach, NY. Walk, bike, or drive down our Long Beach streets, and you’re in American civilization. Venture to our […]
New Upside To Downward Dog
I was tired from biking the boards, trudging sand, chasing whales. As I rode home, I hoped I wouldn’t see another whale because—I’d have to stop—again. No matter how tired, thirsty, or […]
Whales, Shore Life—It’s All Good For Your Life
Long Beach, New York’s shore is alive with bliss, even more so for me these days. As autumn wanes toward winter, I see more clearly in my late solar laps. My focus […]
Are We Being Watched—in Wonder?
As I trek our shore in wonder at the gliding gulls, leaping dolphins, and breaching whales, I wonder if they are wondering about us. I am especially curious about our brother and […]
Roses Are Red, Bloody Thorns, Too, but They Need Not Be the Focus for You.
I’m grateful these days. Beauty awaits me at every turn—every turn around the sun. I think it’s because I am so thankful to be alive while so many I knew, so many […]
Whales, Dolphins, and Birds, Oh My—Even Simians Caught My Eye
September, and gone are the crowds. Our Long Beach shore was almost empty, the air dry, and the sky—a crisp blue. The first day of these past weeks was one of those […]
Signs of Good Life on Planet Earth
I got mooned recently, and it was beautiful. I don’t shoot the moon very often, but there was a supermoon that I felt I had to capture. From our dune crossover, the […]
Lifeguards and Life
Despite the siren call of the shore, I finished my Mindy photo essay. So, now I have time to be, once again—in shore life. I enjoyed sand time with the shore, sea, […]
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