We decided after dinner to drive over the causeway to Sunset Beach –
park and then I had a beer and Sherry had unsweet ice tea –
paid our dollars and walked out onto the pier!
A quiet evening on the pier – people fishing – people strolling and taking pictures –
surf – sand, and water –
a time to reflect on one’s self!
In NMB – we walked the beach every day – here – it is four miles away so it is just easier to walk the neighborhood.
But – every so often we head to the beach and I think we should do this every day!
The water is so warm – but that brings in the Jellyfish – so they have purple flag warnings!
We live on the mainland of Ocean Isle Beach – in this picture at the top right –
There is a very tall building – that is the West end of Ocean Isle Beach – with a channel between the islands.
Sunset Beach for some reason – is leveler – and shallow – and easier to walk.
However – it is also more crowded.
The pier – from which Sherry took this picture – has a historical walk with picture stations on both sides.
Going back some 300 hundred years of history in this area.
It cost one dollar to walk out – however, we purchase a pretzel and a drink and it did not cost us anything!
We walked for over an hour in the water – and it was warm.
This beach is more level and is easier for me to walk – my hip does not bother me here!
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This sits right on the river which the big casino boats use to go out onto the ocean.
There are thousands of shells hanging from all the trees and bushes.
We have taken all the grandkids here and they all have hung shells.
While here – she was out the door by 6:00 am. to go to SUNSET BEACH –
spread her towel out and get some fantastic pictures of the sunrise and the high tide.
And then – for her training for college soccer – ran four miles on the beach!
She then set up her camera and video-taped herself taking an icy plunge into the surf!
Love her spirit!
She chooses to spend her week-long Spring Break with us –
And was quite happy not to go off with friends.
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She – like her grandma – is drawn to the surf and ocean.
Environmental Science is her major with a minor in Photography.
She has an eye for taking nature photos!
October is the month for exceptional HIGH and LOW tides!
I did not know that!
No – I did not go to this extreme to see where the tide came up to.
But – from our Lanai one half mile away –
we could hear the BOOMING of the Surf!
So – Sherry looked it up and sure enough
we were in this week of very high and low tides!
So – we went for our daily walk in the morning
Just after high tide had been there
and I captured this photo!
HIGH TIDE CAME UP TO THE BOTTOM STEP
OF THE LIFEGUARD CHAIR! WOW!
And then in the afternoon – I snapped this picture
looking back toward the mainland
and down the beach – that same chair would of been
where the light colored sand is!
This was not even LOW TIDE YET!
I guess this happens once a year in October!
This beach is very wide normally
during normal tides
and very flat and hard surface
you can wade way out if you want
not me – I saw a sand shark caught
within 20 yards of the beach!
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Usually – we do not walk this early – but I am a early riser – 5:00 am. each and every morning!
I have been that way my entire life – but I also go to bed early – by 8:30 pm.
I react to what my body wants – if I go past that feeling of wanting to sleep – then I am awake for hours!
But – with that being said – my body automatically awakes the same time every morning!
And then – without proper sleep – I feel lousy all day!
Wide open beach – low tide – gray – white clouds – blue skies and warm sun!
My kind of day!
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Ever since I had my Heart attack some 7 1/2 years ago –
I get chilled very easy – even before I did not like the snow – ice and cold!
But – the families seem to like it – skiing – snowboarding and playing in the snow!
Where we had wine – snacks and a fire in a fire pit.
The pit was free and offered by the winery!
I bundled up and made it through -but by the end I was cold!
I have to admit – it was unique – but I very seldom drink wine –
I just can not get into the dry wines!
Now – a sweeter wine I can sip on!
What a difference 3 weeks make!
From snow and cold to sand and somewhat warm!
I am not shoveling snow – I can layer up and walk the beach!
School break – and a quick trip down – Marcus could not get away.
The first thing they wanted to see – THE BEACH!
The little ones love the beach – sand and water.
And then we took them for a walk along the ICW at Barefoot Landing!
Watching the boats traveling up and down –
and seeing the boats in the marina – where a lot of people are living on the boats there!
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We had been out shopping for furniture and were down in this area
by the Boardwalk on the Grand Strand.
We decided to stop back in –
and it was so windy and cold – we stopped our walk and went back to the car
and drove here instead of walking!
We had purchased furniture and needed to plan our second stop!
We had been here before and enjoyed it!
When we went in – we were the only people there!
We had the whole place to ourselves!
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The first thing they wanted to do was walk the beach!
Now – wouldn’t you know it that it got cold and windy the day they arrived!
It was so warm the day before people were sitting on the beach and wading in the water!
So we pressed on and walked down and onto the beach.
The wind was the culprit – making it very cold.
Even Bode has enough even though he had no shoes on!
We walked to the next beach entrance and exited!
It was a very short walk – but they got to see just how close we are!
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And that night after the kids went to bed – we relaxed and watched a playoff game
We are all from Western New York
and were huge fans when Buffalo Bills made their four straight Super Bowls!
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But we braved the cold and started to walk –
at least the wind was not blowing –
But – there was no one!
As we walked in the solitude –
we both could hear what we thought was a plane!
As it got closer – we could see it was a huge helicopter!
If you look close you can see two men sitting in the back
with their legs hanging over the edge!
No way for me as heights and me do not mix!
One time I went to the top of the Empire State building
One step outside to the deck and I froze!
I had to go back inside and down as fast as I could.
No big cities for me as I fell like everything is closing in on me!
It was a memory I shall have for the rest of my life –
and this one was another one!
It was not going fast so we had time to take it all in
on a deserted beach on a cold day!
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Along the way – we have friends – who after social distancing – come to visit!
And – we walk the gated community – through he gate –
and onto the beach!
Our friendships go back years and years.
We all lived by one another – then we all moved away
but that friendship has endured time and distance.
Always from afar – but close when we make plans to get together.
We plan golf – card games and word games!
We drink a little beer – sing a few songs – do a shot – and laugh!
We would set up a get together every 4 to 6 months –
We lived near DC – Jim and Dottie Va. Beach and Cindy and Buck – Wilmington N.C.
Now we have moved further South
about 50 miles from Buck and Cindy.
It is easy for us to get together and golf every weekend.
Jim and Dottie are now the Northerners!
This last time – we got together at our condo – played two days of golf –
and Pickleball has now become another game we shall play!
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We first rented this for three months – not knowing where we would be.
Then in November – after six weeks of house hunting –
We decided it was just as cost effective to build!
You see – in our price range – we found a lot of houses – condo’s
But each one we liked – there had to be things done!
We could do these things – but it would take time and money.
Plus – another cost was to furnish it!
We sold almost all our furniture – and you can not just hire someone
Most will put you on a list!
So – we extended our time here – and found a building development
one half hour away into N.C. – close to two beaches for our walks and company
And made our selections – everything we wanted and still in our price range.
We will be here until the end of June!
Our house is suppose to be finished by the end of May!
That will give us time to get our stored stuff moved down here
and Sherry does what she loves to do – SHOP!
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In our life together – for going on almost 40 years –
we do everything together – we are best friends –
if no one is around – we still go on adventures together!
Our days are almost never planned – unless there are errands to run –
friends to meet to golf –
but other than that – we explore!
We are taking in everything we can until our new house is built!
We also are exploring the area where we will live –
And it is nothing to drive a hour or so to see something we have never seen!
We walk almost three miles a day –
we did back in NVA until it got cold!
But – here – the sun warms you up even though it is in the high 40’s!
Walking the beach is part of that three mile walk every day!
6/10 th of a mile and we are standing looking at the above!
A day in our life – we live each day as it comes!
Always active – even making a garbage trip to the dumpster a walk!
We also can walk the half mile to Walmart if we choose.
Living life to the plus one day at a time.
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Well – where do I start – I have lived another year – in most cases – I wouldn’t be here!
2020 has been a very strange year – but – here I am – living through it!
For those that do not know – seven years ago I had a heart attack!
Not your normal one if there is such a thing –
but they called it a “WIDOW MAKERS” one.
I ended up with FOUR BY PASSES!
and walked out of the hospital 52 hours after surgery!
So – a year in review of 2020 – it is scary – frustrating – wonderful – satisfying –
nerve wracking – joyful – nail biting – and any other adjective you can throw in there!
You never know as I can attest – just what the day before you can bring!
Now – we are building a new home near Ocean Isles Beach – N.C.
And being careful – wearing our masks when we are close to people and inside!
I see no sane reason to refuse to do that because it infringes on your liberties!
We old folks – well we have been around and wish to continue to be around –
so just wear them – it will not hurt you – and it may save me from covid19!
There – that is my take on the pandemic!
It is indeed a strange year – one of challenges but joy when you see your family!
ZOOM is now a big part of that – staying in touch with virtual meetings –
church and religion – shopping and home delivery!
We stay safe so we can enjoy friends – getting tested – being careful –
2020 has brought many strange things into our lives –
2020 – with all its quirks – and I am living to see it!
So – you see – I count my days as blessings – no matter what comes before me.
In this past year – we have become more and more dependent on each other.
We have become closer to family if that is at all possible.
2020 has taught me things –
2020 has in a way – been a comfort for me in that we are once again
on a adventure – every day – planning – looking – exploring!
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There are times that we walk early – before 7 AM.
It is a quiet time to walk –
a time to just take it take in!
Life comes at you and never stops!
You and me are just along for the ride.
We can make the most of it
and when we get off
our legacy can continue to the next generations
hoping we made a lasting impression
in that all to be short ride!
How many have stood here before you?
How many have viewed the view?
Walking – thinking – talking together!
Early morning to clear out the mind –
A time to reflect – to plan.
A time to see what lies ahead
knowing that this will be here tomorrow
and the day after that many – many times!
Yes – walking early – hearing the sound of the surf –
the warm feeling of the Sun on your back or face.
A walk on the beach – a walk through time – a time to reflect
Walking – listening – solitude – but being together – sharing moments and thoughts -for it is here that ideas are formed – problems solved.
AN EARLY MORNING WALK ON THE BEACH!
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The warm rays from the sun – sand beneath my feet – casting a shadow – living our dreams!
Sherry walking – we have come to always head to the beach –
and as Sherry says ” SEE OUR OCEAN”!
But – as soon as we start the one half mile walk
we can actually hear the surf.
When there is a storm somewhere OUT THERE –
the waves get large as well as the sound.
Listening – as we walk closer –
and then – breaking the plain of the dunes
we see the waters – cresting – wave after wave
Warn sunshine – large waves –
making the music we love
OUR OCEAN – so we have come to call it!
Much too soon – it is back to the parking lot and straight up the street
to our gate back onto the gated community!
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We took our wind breakers – it started off cool!
But – soon they came off and wrapped around our waists.
” It was a cool day” – the song running through my head!
It was one of those days where we just walked and walked!
You – know – some days are better than others –
Some days you just get lost in your thoughts –
The soothing sound of the surf –
The birds – the warm Sun –
SOME DAYS ARE GOOD DAYS!
When you live one day at a time –
you reflect back on each of them.
What is the meaning of that day?
Moving forward – one step at a time.
The wonder of nature – the stillness of your mind –
Thinking – wondering and appreciating each moment in time.
The shells lay crushed beneath your steps
The sky is changing
life is moving on with each step you take.
No words – just thoughts – memories flashing by –
Your mind reflecting back what you see.
The upen air – the smell of the sea –
the noise of life continuing on as it has for eons.
Your look at life – your events unfolding as you walk.
Without thinking – without knowing the distance as it past by you –
You have walked and walked – 3.6 miles!
Life is certainly good when all it takes is time – thoughts and memories –
It happens like that –
” ON A COOL DAY” as the song goes –
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We started our day sitting on the lanai at our condo.
The plan was to go to lunch – at a place we found called
Local On The Water!
We had discovered it with a prior visit with her sister.
We would have lunch while watching the boats
on the ICW!
After lunch the plan was to go back to the condo
gather together our chairs
drinks and sun tan lotion
and head out for the beach!
Where for a couple of hours
we would watch LOCALS ON THE WATER!
Just a great lunch – talking and then listening to the surf!
The tide had gone out – the weather was warm
and also the water was warm.
This part of the beach at low tide is very wide.
What was nice is it is not very crowded!
After a fine afternoon of watching
LOCALS ON THE WATER
And a great lunch watching boats on the ICW
at LOCAL ON THE WATER
We managed to combine a morning sunrise on the lanai
lunch and then beach time
into a memorable day!
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It was in the ’80’s – I believe ’83 or ’84 – we gathered a group of us – my sister and her husband Bill – My brother – my friend Jim and wife Dorothy. And – John Murphy and a few more.
We rented this house at the Outer Banks of N.C. Now – Sherry and I had gone in ’82 – with a whole load of my brother’s friends. And we went back to the same house as it was right across the road from the beach.
We had no children with us – just adults – and a few brews ! The week was friends and family – and it started off with a volleyball game in the sand at the rear of the house. Then – on the second day – we got the news flash – a storm was coming – a big storm – could be a HURRICANE !
Now – we all are from the North – Penna. – N.W. – in the snow belt – where if you mention storm – it most likely is SNOW and or BLIZZARD ! We very seldom get the HURRICANE effect except in ’72 – Agnes !
In NWPA – you live with snow every day – and this was all new to us. We went to the fire department – got a chart – yes – we were going to chart it – when it got close we would leave !
GRAB A BEER – head to the beach – Sun – warm breeze – surf – what else could you want !
As the week went on – the notice got worse – voluntary evacuation – you have to understand –
we had been planning this for a year – it was our vacation – a time where you only got two weeks vacation a year !
Our chart was up to date – we had the radio on tuned to a station 24 hours a day – the TV also – it was kind of fun plotting the course – seeing the path as it came up from the Gulf.
But we were some 800 miles away from it ! And the weather was beautiful – never mind that NONE of us had unpacked – we were living day to day out of our suitcases !
Then – it changed – to the good – it had turned and was going out to sea – we were saved – no worries – celebrate – it was Tuesday – had the next four days – Sun – brews- unpack – head to the beach.
We turned the radio off – packed the chart up – and got up Wednesday morning to a beautiful RED SKY !
Something was up – turned radio back on – it had turned and was heading right off the coast to where we were. The wind picked up – the roads closed and we were stuck. We could not get out !
There it sat 150 miles due East -the waves were getting bigger – the wind – well some shutters blew off – yes it was scary –
but we hunkered down and then it was over. The beach across the road – part of it was gone with a good five foot drop off.
Well – it was over – we still had a couple days left – we learned that these things can and are dangerous – we thought we were all right – but they change in a instant.
That was my first and last time with a HURRICANE – today – we still go to the beach – but we always check the weather – and if it seems to be coming – we do not go.
Some have passed on – the rest – we are still friends from all those years ago. We still get together every 4 to 6 months – and last September we were at the beach.
I would much rather go through a blizzard than a Hurricane and or major storm on the beach !
Just another story in the course of my life –
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