Wouldn't It Be Nice?

 

Some music to set the mood. . .

 

I think my favorite vacations involve a trip to the beach.  From the humble beach at my little lakefront cottage . . . to the gorgeous beaches of Maui . . . I just love spending time at the water's edge.  It's calm, and peaceful, and restorative.

And, lucky for me, I live in Michigan. . . where we have beautiful beaches all around us!

Sand.  Surf.  Sunshine.

Beautiful views.  Perfect sunsets.  But no salt water!

When my niece was visiting earlier in August, Brian and I took her to South Haven for an afternoon on the shores of Lake Michigan (where all of these photos where taken).  We had a fabulous time.

This week, Carole has us thinking about Ten Things To Do At The Beach.  Here's what I like to do. . .

1. Just kick back and relax.
2. Listen to the sounds of the water and the seagulls.
3. Walk the beach in the surf.
4. Play in the water and the waves.
5. Work on my tan.
6. Read a little.
7. Maybe take a nap.
8. Engage in some serious people-watching.
9. Find inspiration with my camera.
10. But, mostly, just a whole lot of . . . nothing!

Wouldn't it be nice?  Oh, yeah!

How about YOU?  What do you like to do at the beach?

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Comments

[Carole]

A perfect list! I think I'd miss the salt water, though.

[margene]

Perfect beach photos and perfect ideas for spending time on vacation. The last couple of times I was at the beach it was winter!

[Beverly]

Just being at the beach is enough for me! I want to have a house on the shore some day!

[Patty]

Restorative - the perfect definition.

[Donna]

I have never been in any of the lakes in Michigan. I can't imagine what it must be like without the salt!

[Sharon R]

Life's a beach! One of my favorite beach activities is collecting shells and interesting pebbles. But my absolute fave activity is people watching. Been away from blogland for a while. So happy to be back!

[Mary]

this was such a fun topic - I especially love your photos and all those colorful umbrellas!!

[Marilyn]

Looks like a good time! It's always fun to people-watch no matter where you are....