Tuesday 5 March 2013

A day on the beach… in the middle of winter

Spending a day on the beach in the middle of winter is not something most people would consider… well, except us crazies of course. I hasten to add that I would never have considered something so potentially traumatic if the sun hadn’t been out and the wind was just a gentle breeze. It was cool, but we wrapped up warm, put on our thick boots and trudged across the sand basking in the winter sunshine. I can remember my very first trip to an English beach (it was this very one featured below), and being very underwhelmed (I may or may not have wept uncontrollably and shook my fist at the sky) but the bright winter sun seemed to totally transform this vast flat space. There were probably about 3 people total on the beach that day which further added to the eerie and alien quality of the landscape. Perfect for taking photos!

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12 comments:

  1. Laurie5 March 2013 at 19:27

    Great pics. I am heading out to soak up the sun today!!! So happy it is staying lighter longer - makes a huge difference in one's attitude :)

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  2. classiq5 March 2013 at 19:40

    Beautiful photos! I like the seaside in winter.

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  3. Vic Bibby5 March 2013 at 19:54

    I always love your photos - just beautiful. I can imagine your first English beach visit - quite different to South African beaches! x

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  4. Travel Gourmande5 March 2013 at 20:47

    These are gorgeous photos, as always, Meghan. Have a lovely week XX

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  5. colleen5 March 2013 at 22:36

    the photos of the sunlight on the water are truly stunning.

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  6. Jillian5 March 2013 at 23:03

    I think one of the best times to go to the beach is when it's cold out. It's nice to experience it without a crowd. Very peaceful too.

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  7. Nina5 March 2013 at 23:21

    Looks like you had a beautiful and sunny day at the beach. Nothing like a stroll on a deserted beach. When we lived close to the water we did it regularly, weather permitting of course ;)

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  8. Erin6 March 2013 at 02:22

    My favorite time of year to go to the beach is in the winter. The light is better, the place is empty, and there are no bikinis required ;) Looks like you guys had fun!

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  9. k6 March 2013 at 07:11

    gorgeous pics! i'd go to the beach anytime i think...something about water..

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  10. Christine D. | The Plumed Nest6 March 2013 at 07:37

    i am one of those weirdos that actually prefers the beach in the wintertime (like erin, haha). i think it's because our beach is still cold even in the summer so i like that stormy and moody vibe that makes me think of weathered fishermen and stories of the sea. these pictures are beautiful and look at your teeny little waist! love the coat too :)

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  11. Tracey Ayton Photography6 March 2013 at 17:21

    Spending a day at the beach is so good for the soul. Looks like your hubby is taking in all the warmth he can. Great pics!

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  12. Alyson | New England Living7 March 2013 at 03:28

    Winter at the beach is really pretty. I love it. Wonderful pics!

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