a calm, winter walk on the beach...

I need the sea because it teaches me.
Pablo Neruda

let's all go for a walk on the beach this morning, shall we?

My son woke up late, and i had to drive him to school

so i thought i'd take a walk at the beach after i dropped him off.

those who say they only like the beach in the summer
have obviously never been there in the winter...
such a vast beauty.

who doesn't love sand ripples...

and wide open spaces...

and close up sand ripples... ;-)

i had to lay down on the frozen sand for this shot...
you're welcome. ;-)

 just in case i forget where i am...
(yes, that's a beer cap. And yes, it's the Canadian maple leaf...)

washrooms, canteens, souvenir boutiques... 
all closed during the winter months, but still so pretty in the sun.

benches, just waiting for someone... 

another worn out lighthouse...
still beautiful.

The worn out, falling apart things
hold more beauty for me
than the sparkly, shiny things.

and here's my little painting from last night...

a small 6" x 6" - different than what i normally do,

but it felt good to get out of my comfort zone.

not sure what inspired it... 
i just felt very geometric last night, i guess... ;-)

Happy Tuesday, everyone!
xox