Thursday, September 25, 2008

Fire Island Praise


gull on Fire Island, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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The gulls enjoy a sunny day at the beach!
I am so much like the seagulls. 
If the sun is shining and the ocean breezes are cool, I'm enjoying the beach.
The beach has a calming effect. I don't know if it's the sound of the waves or just the sunshine and fresh air, but it seems like the place to be when life becomes stressful.
Maybe it's being away from the house, the news, the computer and phone.
(I do have a cell phone but leave it off most of the time!)
A beach chair, a good book and sunglasses are all you need to enjoy the day.
A nice walk along the shore, on solid sand only adds to the enjoyment.
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Fire Island is one of the best beaches in the world. 
The sand is fine and pinkish-white. The wind usually comes from the southwest, so you feel it on your face.
The best part is that it is often not crowded.
September in my opinion, is the best month on Fire Island since most people are back to school and to work, after their summer vacations. 
Yet, it is still relatively warm on Fire Island.
Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Great South Bay, September's warm water, heated from the long summer, keeps the air at a comfortable temperature.
Did I tell you that I love living on Long Island?
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5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Now that's a cool picture. And you are so right about the beach, Fire Island, and the month of September.

luvmyboys said...

That is a great picture! It looks like he's a doing a little seagull dance. :-)

bobbie said...

What an unusual shot. It's great. And Fire Island is definitely one of the best.

dianasfaria.com said...

you tell us how much you love Long Island through your beautiful photos. Great shot.
I wish September wasn't almost over.

Jai Johnson • JaiArt.Com said...

NICE SHOT! I love your photos!