Waves rushing to the shore
ripples like a ukelele

the senses
taste, touch, smell, sight and sound

uplifting, serene
I found peace

Goleta Beach, Santa Barbara County
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Rise and shine! What a great way to start of the day!

I arrived 45 minutes early for our hike at Solstice Canyon. The sunrise was beautiful and the sound of the little waves lapping was inviting.
I walked to the top on a looped road to see the Pacific Coast.
We started at 8:45 with the skies and clouds above us playing their usual harmony. A short 2.1 mile round trip, it was an easy hike, with little or no elevation at all.

Along the way, we saw some wildflowers, and I am really looking forward to Spring when they are in great abundance.
Bermuda Buttercup

Bush sunflower, slender sunflower and the last maybe a rock rose (not sure)
Cliff Aster
We hear some babbling sounds from Solstice Creek, and it was music to my ear.
What lies ahead is another story!
Enjoy!
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Hosted by these wonderful ladies:
Sandy, Sylvia, Lady Fi, Gatina and Arija
Summer is gone and I am one month late in posting these photos taken at the Belmont Shores (Long Beach area) on the occasion of the Sand Sculpture Festival.

It was a steaming hot weather that day in August, when kids and old alike participated. It was also Long Beach’s 100 Centennial Celebration.

Flag & kite waving, just like the ocean waters

Smiling

Enjoying one hazy day at the beach

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Outdoor Wednesday
Hosted by Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer
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Hosted by 2sweetnsaxy
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Outdoor Wednesday
Hosted by Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer
Please see related post below for the Tall Ships

A section of one tile along the walk way
Dana Point, CA

Swiftly the waves leaped up in foam

Little waves ran up and erode the sand away

Anemone found in the aquarium at the Ocean Institute, Dana Point