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March, 2016 Walkdoc

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WoodNeck

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Surf Drive

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Nobska

Nobska

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Sunsets-New Traditions

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This August, my husband started a tradition that will live on forever. Instead of buying “stuff” for my birthday, we started bringing our picnic dinner to the beach at 4 pm every day and enjoyed the quiet, afternoon sun at WoodNeck. We extended our respite through sunset–and that was something else.

Every day we saw the sun go down at a slightly different time and often in a dramatically different way. Sometimes it was a hot ball of fire slowly slipping through a cloudless horizon. Other times, the clouds filtered reflections creating a light and color show that was exquisite and exciting. The “after sunset show” was so often a surprising, exhilarating encore. We soaked it all up. It was joyful– and it’s not over. We repeated this ritual every day, not only through August, but through September and now in October when it’s not too cold or windy.

Truth be told, a few days ago we did bundle up with sweat pants, woolen socks, hats, finger-less mittens and ate grilled swordfish on top of salad and warm rice. A bottle of red wine and a thermos of hot coffee were at hand. I can see us doing this for a very long time… maybe not every day… but it will happen again soon, and it will be grand! Here are just a few snapshots that capture a small part of the magic.

 

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WoodNeck Walkdoc 6/25/15

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We start this day with a morning walk to WoodNeck Beach– always a wise decision.  The weather is perfect, the birds are singing, and there is always so much to quietly observe.  Daisies grow so much better along the path than in my garden.  Waterlilies float on the marsh, not close enough to photograph, but beautiful to see. Sandalwood and honeysuckle fragrance waft in the salty breeze. The poison ivy is bushy and shiny– it almost looks pretty– until you think about it a bit more.  Sand crabs dig perfectly circular holes leaving lumpy trails of debris behind. The beach is empty and beautiful with the tide going out and the damp sand is easy to walk on. A few sun salutations are in order. Then we walk into a plover family:  mama, dad, and four little ones just born yesterday.  They scamper on the sand and are uninterrupted by man or beast.  In 26 days, they will be gone. The little ones learn to feed themselves and who knows which ones will return next year.  The lifeguard chair is turned on its side still, but it won’t be long before more folks arrive and soak up the rays, play in the sand and go for a swim.

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Plover on the move.

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Sand Crabs at Work

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WoodNeck– ahhh!

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A single plant in bloom amidst the rocks and shells

Summer Coming Walkdoc

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This time of year the Cape is starting to percolate.  Plants are in bloom, beaches are prepped, traffic has a more intense pulse.  It’s still quiet and peaceful enough to soak up and appreciate. I love living here!

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WoodNeck Walkdoc January 18, 2015

Fifty Degrees and Perfect at WoodNeck Beach…

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September, Quiet.

 

Mama Tet By The Sea

Mama Tet By The Sea

 

WoodNeck

WoodNeck

 

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Warrior 1

 

Horseshoe Crab Parade

Horseshoe Crab Parade

 

Bella--Can you see me now?

Bella–Can you see me now?

 

 

Jason & Courtney

Jason & Courtney

 

 

My Blackie Bear

My Blackie Bear

 

Blackie <3

Blackie Love

 

4 PM WoodNeck

4 PM WoodNeck

Lifeguard Chairs are Gone

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photo 2By no means am I complaining…I agree with the DPW worker today who declared that between now and Thanksgiving is the best time of the year here on the water.

photo 3The lifeguards will be gone and so will the ice cream trucks, but it has been years since I paid much attention to either. There will be more sea glass, dark purple clam shells and lots of quiet. The seagulls will be more excited about the stale bread we bring for them.

photo 5And when we stay for the whole day, I might have a thermos of hot coffee along with my tall iced coffee— and there will probably be a sweatshirt thrown into the beach bag and maybe a larger piece of knitting.

photo 5The plants will start to change a bit, and the tall grasses will grow lighter in color. But some things always stay the same: Life is good here, and the best is yet to come.

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WalkDoc August 2014

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Lazy Afternoon at WoodNeck

Lazy Afternoon at WoodNeck

 

Beach Plum Blossom

Beach Plum Blossom

 

Love the rocks!

Love the rocks!

 

WoodNeck at 4 PM

WoodNeck at 4 PM

 

Beach Plums, No Jam

Beach Plums, No Jam

 

Chappy Sunset

Chappy Sunset

WalkDoc June 15, 2014

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Green Sprouts

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Some spring days try to fake me out into thinking it’s summer. That has happened recently. The sun shines brightly on the deck, the chairs look warmed and cozy, and there’s an ever so gentle breeze that bends the trees. It looks like it’s perfect for an afternoon with a book and a lemonade.

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However, once out there, my feet are cold, I need a sweater, and I’m saying “Screw the lemonade, I need some hot black coffee.” So having donned woolen socks and sweater, grabbed a cup of steaming java, I persist in moving the chair around the deck to catch the most direct rays of the sun. Yes, I know, I’m pushing it. Jumping the shark or something like that. But I do long to bask in the sun with a good book… it will happen, just with layers for awhile.

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Today a walk to the beach was truly an aerobic exercise in staying vertical against the wind. It was “refreshing”— ok- it was nippy, and I walked fast because if I stood still, I’d complain more. At WoodNeck, the windsurfers were out in full glory. Sails, black suits, full beards and huge smiles. One energized 60+ year old said the water was 50 degrees and the air was 50 degrees, so that makes it 100. I bitched about nothing after that.

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It’s true that the daffodils have bloomed and the azaleas and forsythia are full color. Periwinkle and all types of short wild flowers have started to open. Spring is really happening, just a little late and a little slower than usual.

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I’ve also noticed that I’ve got a couple of “anniversaries” that are happening right about this time. I’m marking the beginning of my fourth year of retirement from teaching at Bentley University. This is the first year that I was completely unaware of semesters, final exams and last day of classes. I’m having a blast doing exactly what I want, when I want to. The freedom is exhilarating and my list of “want to do’s” grows each day—in a good way. I’ve had the opportunity to read from my stacks of collected books as well as raid the library for some unexpected delights. I love the lack of curriculum and the full range of opportunities.

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On a similar note, I’m celebrating my second blogiversary of http://www.yarnsista.com. Two years of writing generated 99 posts, almost 6000 views and a tremendous amount of fun and satisfaction for me. It’s a place where I can write about my passions: the Cape, my life, my books, my fun with fiber and anything else that captures my attention. Taking photographs has been a new skill to work on. The iPhone camera is a blessing. It makes learning by trial and error plus lots of practice very attainable.

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I also just celebrated my first year of doing yoga. Now that is a very big deal. With the help of many compassionate, wise teachers, I have begun my practice and continue to expand it. My back no longer hurts me; I can move without aches and pain; I’ve lost weight and am much healthier than ever. All of this is exceptionally good news because I’m about half way to 122 years old, and I’d like to be flexible and balanced right up to the last breath. Three yoga classes and one Pilates class per week should help me get there.

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So all of this spring/rebirth/new growth stuff is working. I have no complaints and am looking forward to it all. Life is good.