Serenity

Yesterday, after a rather rainy & breezy morning, we decided to go stroll on the beach for a bit.

Earlier that day, the ocean looked fierce and wild. But now Monkey and I, the first of our family to arrive at the ocean, were amazed by the tranquility of the ocean and the serene colors and sounds.

The wild ocean from that morning had not just left us with nothing; there were gifts all over the beach.

Hundreds, thousands, millions of the most beautiful seashells you have ever seen were scattered along the white sandy beach. It was like running down the stairs on Christmas morning, to find the christmas tree surrounded by nicely wrapped presents. Between the many shells there was more to be found; little crabs walked around (confused, I guess), pieces of wood, bones (serious), starfish (threw those back in the ocean), sea plants, little creatures I had never seen before. It was amazing. And we were not the only ones in excitement about this treasure;

Troops of birds scouted the beach looking for little fish, stranded to die there or serve one last purpose; dinner.

Even though it was a bit chilly, we strolled for hours. Monkey anxious to find out more about the ocean and little Roo searching for shark teeth (don't ask).

As it got later, we were joined by other people. Most people barely looking up to notice the beautiful sky. Eyes only for the secrets of the ocean that now lay within reach.

After we filled two bags with gorgeous shells..

We gave in to our hungry stomachs and fell on the ground.

I mean, headed back to our cottage. But not before glancing one more time to the beauty that is the ocean.

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We do live on an awesome planet.