Today’s View of the Neighborhood is very modest since it is the first go around. I thought I would capture a typical day at the beach.
First, we take a look at the early morning sunshine through the rain clouds in a photo taken by the Producer. More rain later but the day is forecast to be sunny.
Sunny it is. Here is a shot of the crowds. (Yay there are none)
I took a shot of the beach roadway to show how few vehicles there are.
A lone group of swimmers.
I loved the idea of a bunch of friends cooling off, having a couple of drinks, and plenty of conversation.
A lone kite. During the season the sky is full.
A lone golf cart tells the story of the off-season.
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Good to see you back in action, John.
My recollection of living in a beach resort is of spending the summer bemoaning the crowds and elevated prices for everything, and the winter complaining because 80% of the businesses were seasonal and so closed.
No pleasing some folk, is there?
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Thans, Keith. Most of our businesses stay open year round so no complaints here.
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Oh my goodness, the early morning photo is extraordinary. It is breathtakingly beautiful! And, I love your story and photos of the near vacant beach. What a great way to begin the day! Thank you. 🙂
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Thank you so much , Gwen. Happy Sunday. 😀
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Sorry, I’m a late comer to your blog John. I gather this is a beach in America, but where is it? Do they ride golf carts on the sand?? Nice morning photo.
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This is a beach on the South Texas coast. The town is Port Aransas and sits on a fifteen mile long barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico. Yes we drive our golf carts on the beach and in town. Thanks so much for the visit Melissa.
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A pretty cool neighbourhood if you ask me!! Beaches still busy here in Spain but not quite as much as in July and August.
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Yes there are a few folks who put off vacation until September. They don’t like crowds anymore than we do. Thanks, Darlene.
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Gosh…I sure did need this trip to the beach, John. Thank you! Enjoy your Sunday!
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You as well, Jill. 🙂
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This must be a favorite time for you, John. Good to see that you’re out and about. I love that first picture.
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We love the fall here on the coast. The weather is great (for the most part) and the population is back to manageable.
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Lovely pictures, John. It’s great to see you’re out and about again. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thank you, Suzanne. Good to be out.
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Lovely pictures. The early morning sky is so beautiful. I’m happy you’re up and around. Have a wonderful Sunday. 😀 xx
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Thank you, Vashti. Have a wonderful day as well.
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Thank you. 🙂
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Welcome back to the role of roaming photographer. Great shots.
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Thank you, Charles. Good to be back.
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Great pictures – the colors are so bright and it’s nice to see some room on the beach!
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Thank you, Barbara. It is nice.
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Congrats on your increasing mobility, John. Glad to see Port A. returning to some semblance of sanity.
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Yes, the sane ones are here. The crazies went home. Thanks, John
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Back in the saddle! Great photos.
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Thank you, Jan. Felt good too.
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The best part is knowing you’re getting around. Things look pretty peaceful there now.
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So quiet, Ahhhhhh.
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Congrats to Molly. That first photo is purely glorious!
John, it has to be a huge relief to see that kind of “crowd” at the beach. I enjoyed the bit about the group of friends and conversation. It gave a nice feeling.
That kite is spectacular. I’m glad you caught a pic of it. Have a sublime Sunday, my friend. Hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan. Have a super Sunday. Hugs
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Good morning, John,
it’s so good to have you back! 🙂 I LOVE that beach – especially in off-season.
Take care,
Pit
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Thank you, Pit. You as well.
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We’re having GLORIOUS rain! It started late last night and has been going on – a good soaking rain – ever since! 🙂 🙂 🙂
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We still have had very little. I’m glad you are getting some.
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John,
I remember how much I used to love flying kites. Those images really brought me back to that time, thank you.
And a mostly deserted beach . . I am a big fan.
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Yeah, me too.
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And yo-yo’s. And skateboards. And my bright yellow dirt bike that I used to jump over ramps with- ala Evel Knievel.
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All of that
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That first picture is stunning! Love seeing your part of the world, John. Thanks for sharing ❤
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Thank you, Jacquie. 🙂
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I imagine you’re grateful another off-season has arrived. I know tourists boost the local economy, but gee, what a mess they too often leave behind. These are gorgeous shots, making me wish I lived closer to water (though honestly, we’ve had enough rain water to last us for several days!)
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We are grateful, Debbie. 😀
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Happy to see you out & about. And you have your beach back. Happy Sunday, John! 📚 Christine
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Thank you, Christine.
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I am sure you are most grateful that the tourist season has passed. I am glad to see you getting around again, John.
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Thank you, Robbie
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Your first photo is a knockout. Wow! Glad you’re doing well, John.
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Beautiful photography, John. Welcome back.
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Thank you, Linda
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What a wonderful View of your Neighbourhood. Love the pictures and it’s wonderful to know you are out and about.
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Thank you, Dale. 😀
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Looks like a beautiful day … love the early-morning opener image. Gotta love the off-season!
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Sure do. Thanks, Frank.
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Looks like a perfect day. That early morning pic is stunning!
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I checked your weather history, and it looks like you’ve had some rain. Those blue skies and empty beaches are lovely, but a little precip coming to visit’s good, too. It’s good to see you out roaming the sand again!
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Thank you, Linda. We had a frog strangler last night and loved it.
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Oh my gosh … I can hear the waves. Beautiful pictures, John! Thanks so much for sharing, as always. I’m a little late, but happy Monday! 🙂
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Thank you, Natalie.
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Ah, life is good and back to normal. Super photos, John.
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Thank you, Jennie.
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You’re welcome, John.
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