Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Living at the Jersey Shore

I can't imagine life without this...

The gorgeous beaches in Manasquan, New Jersey


and the inlet, only 10 minutes from home!!
It looked like this yesterday,
even in frigid temperatures, the boats come and go.


The seagulls fly overhead,


and willingly pose for pictures!!


The calm water brings me comfort!!


The Herring Gulls were floating,


and soaring!!


The view was breathtaking,


and full of surprises!!

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38 comments:

??? said...

I love the flight shots of the gulls. Such beautiful birds.

Unknown said...

Gulls are incredible flyers!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

Marijke said...

Fantastic vieuws and photo's must be lovely living nearby the coast.
Have a nice week
Marijke

Brian King said...

Great photos, Debbie! The scenery is beautiful and you did a fantastic job on the gull flight shots!

TexWisGirl said...

must be gull day at WBW!

Liz said...

What wonderful flight shots!! Great captures.

Kmcblackburn said...

Wow...those in flight captures are magnificent! But honestly...I don't like gulls...whenever I see them at the shore or boardwalk I want to yell "INCOMING" and dive :)

Kathy

Julie G. said...

How lucky you are to live so close to such a beautiful area. Our place is within walking distance to Lake Michigan beaches. There is just something about being near the water. Lovely photographs, Debbie!

Jill said...

Wow, Debbie! Outstanding captures! I'm glad you found some calm. :)

theconstantwalker said...

As I sit here trying to get warm I view your wonderful images..
Oh how I would love to be there with you...xxx

Karen said...

A little bit of paradise there Debbie! Terrific captures.

Springman said...

Wonderful shots Debbie. Your gulls are knock outs. The coast is very beautiful but chilly looking. The river has frozen here as of yesterday and the snow has been falling all day. Time for a hot tea and WBW!

Farm Girl said...

That is awesome. It must be so nice to be that close. We have to drive about 3 hours to get to the beach.

Nancy said...

These pictures are incredible but I keep saying that to you don't I....The sea gulls are beautiful....Maybe when I grow up..hahaha I will be able to take pictures like you....OH I wish....

What kind of camera do you use?

Scrappy Pink Corner said...

Wow, what wonderful photos. YOu are definitely good at capturing those special moments.

Happy tuesday.

Bonnie said...

Debbie, The seagull photographs are breathtaking. Good to see you. I have been out of town and trying desperately to catch up with everyone. Hugs! Bonnie

Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) said...

Oh how I do adore the beach.

Soooo, very far away from the Ponderosa. {{{SIGH}}}

It's truly winter here today and I'm huggin' my fireplace. 'Just sayin'...

Have a brightly blessed day sweetie!!! :o)

FAB said...

Lovely in flight shots ... just wish I lived closer to the coast.

mick said...

A great set of photos - especially the birds in flight. I also love the sea shore - wouldn't want to live anywhere else!

Cheryl @ TFD said...

Lovely photos, Debbie. You got great shots of the gulls in flight!

Angie said...

What absolutely beautiful photos. One day it is my dream to live that close to the ocean!

Saun said...

Great job on the gull shots. Love them all :)

eileeninmd said...

Hi Debbie, your shots of the gulls in flight are just awesome. I would like to live just minutes away from a beach. Beautiful photos. Have a great evening.

Bev said...

What a wonderful place to live! Beautiful.

Ellie said...

It looks absolutely lovely Debbie, I love your pictures of the gulls - looks great against the blue sky.

grammie g said...

Hi Debbie...love those gulls in flight shots real nice!!
Nothing like the beach!! ; }
Grace

Reena said...

You always have amazing photos! Those seagulls in flight are awesome!

Dianna said...

All beautiful pictures, but the one of the two gulls flying together is gorgeous!

Hilke Breder said...

Gorgeous images, Debbie! I can smell the sea and see the gulls soaring overhead. I envy you location!

Auntie sezzzzzz... said...

You are lucky, Hon!!!! Glad you appreciate it.

We miss the ocean. Used to be able to visit Cape Cod, in autumn, in days gone by. But his sight does not allow much driving, now. And I am not up-to the big roads necessary, to get from here to there. -sigh-

But we still enjoy our memories. :-)

Mmmmmm, I have a *Grumpy* post today. Hope you have time to pop over and read it. :-)

"I'm tired, tired, tired,
of *new,* *new,* *new*..."

~Me

Nancy said...

It's great living in a place that you love -- great photos of the birds and that last shot was a surprise. :)

Adrienne said...

Such a blessing ~ and thanks for sharing so we can live vicariously!!

Maude Lynn said...

What a gorgeous place! Beautiful shots.

joo said...

I love your post! Such a great place! I' missing the sea now:)

Pat said...

Beautiful captures of the shore and shorebirds. The gulls in flight are wonderful!

Susan said...

It would bring me comfort too! I would love to live near the ocean. such beautiful pictures Deb!

Giga said...

Bardzo bym chciała mieszkać nad morzem, słuchać szumu fal, spacerować po plaży, oglądać mewy i szukać muszelek.Niestety nie mieszkam, ale wszystkie wakacyjne wyjazdy są nad morze. Piękne zdjęcia. Pozdrawiam.***
I'd love to live by the sea, listen to the waves, walk on the beach, watching seagulls and look for seashells. Unfortunately I do not live, but all are holiday trips to the seaside, because I love them. Beautiful pictures. Yours.

Pat Ulrich said...

How wonderful to be only 10 minutes from such a great place! I never like to live too far from the coast either