Archive for May 2017

Real dunes at the south end of the island. If you check out the photos on the outside of the library in Sneads Ferry you’ll see a picture of the dunes when they were big and voluptuous; fishermen have their dory ready to take to the sea. Geez, they were gorgeous dunes then. All this…

It’s been a little rainy out there for the last day or so. ALAS! The first Surf City Summer Market was cancelled due to this horrible weather. Well, like my daddy always said– ‘it’s nice weather for ducks.’Got my fingers crossed for next week though. THE TOWER is still not in, but I’m hoping for…

Parents, we all have them or had them and regardless of good or bad times, we love them and cherish memories. Today, my new friends Julie and Drew, sailed with me in the ICW and deposited the ashes of Julie’s father, Gordon. What a lovely day for a sail. What a lovely day and way…

Little trip to Morehead City and Beaufort last week was relaxing and rewarding. Stopped in the Maritime Museum (skeleton of sperm whale on display) in Beaufort and saw lots of cool historical stuff. Walked to the boardwalk and gaped in awe as a 90 ft. sloop slid by in the water. The horses were out…

Always liked this picture. Of course, blue fish, though beautiful, are notorious for latching on to fingers and any other place close by their sharp little teeth. We’ve all heard it a thousand times, beauty is only skin deep, looks can be deceiving, don’t judge a book by its cover, all that glitters is not gold.…

Here are some quotes about losing a friend. Losing a friend is more painful than losing a romantic relationship. Anon A friend is someone who can see the truth and pain in you even when you can fool everyone else. Anon We’re not close anymore, but I’ll be there if you need me. Anon The…

Ominous, Ominous…geez what a stormy morning and day we have had. Good day to stay inside and read a book or watch movies. One could say it was an ugly day, but isn’t this photo beautiful–hmm–point of view. Can’t get over point of view. POV is such an involved, intricate thing.  I was reminded again…

This morning crossing the span bridge at North Topsail. No traffic so I stopped at the top. It’s still beautiful. QUOTE;  Your vision will become clear only when you can look  into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside awakes–Carl Jung. Writing tip: Try not to be redundant. It’s easy to do…