Monday, October 7, 2013

Surfing and Saints

I'm ready to dive back into polishing my historical, but not before I leave you with some beautiful pictures at the beach. As you can see, it's not at all crowded. Water temp. was in the 70s and the outside temps. in the 80s, and still I felt chilled after I came out, with the wind blowing. The waves were gentle, perfect for a beginning surfer-girl. And now matter how many times she wiped out, she was back out there, trying to catch the next wave. My son enjoyed taking all these pictures, so alas, there's not a single one of him.

 

 












 


This morning, I went for a walk in the drizzle and didn't get bit by a single mosquito! October is truly a beautiful month. It is the birthday month of two of my favorite people -- Charlanne and Colleen. While we lived in WA, it was always such a treat for me to celebrate together. Oct. begins with Feasts of St. Therese (Little Flower), St. Francis of Assisi and our Lady. My sister just made her total consecration, the quickest way to sainthood, and so I leave you with the Queen of the Holy Rosary.

7 comments:

Mirka Breen said...

I know your and yours are on the other coast, but in a way the photos reminded me of The Beach Boys...

Faith E. Hough said...

I've always wanted to learn to surf! We'll have to add that to list for when I visit you in SC someday...:)

Faith E. Hough said...

I've always wanted to learn to surf! We'll have to add that to list for when I visit you in SC someday...:)

Marcia said...

Love these. Wow, you guys are so lucky being so near the ocean.

R. T. Freeman said...

These pictures are WONDERFUL, Vijaya! And you are SO right about October and its Saints!

C.R. Evers said...

Awesome pictures! I love the beach! Glad you had such a good time. Good luck with your book!

Vijaya said...

Mirka, I used to watch the surfers in CA and was filled with awe. I suppose Beach Boys would've been more appropriate than Queen of the Holy Rosary :)

Faith, D will teach you! I've been too chicken to try. I've got to take care of that middle-aged knee.

RT, thank you! My son spends a lot of time with his camera. My life has taken on a new rhythm with the Saints.

CR, thanks for stopping by and for your good wishes.