Pacific Ocean

Tide Pools

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You see people on TV and in movies exploring these beautiful rocks crusted with sea life. I am absolutely fascinated by sea life. I have a very strong fear of it too, but, I’m in awe none-the-less. I remember falling in love with the idea of mermaids after seeing Splash! with Darryl Hannah. I wanted to BE a mermaid! I wanted to explore the depths of the ocean and make friends with whales and dolphins.

I remember as a kid, when we would go swimming I’d dive under water and kick my feet together mimicking a tail. Makes me realize I don’t think I was afraid of the water my … read more...

Lots of First at the Pacific Ocean

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I’m amazed at how much I find water fascinating and yet I am terrified of it and everything in it. My imagination runs wild with all kinds of things that I could step on, kick, encounter etc.  I have been embracing the thalassophobia and enjoying the views and smells instead. 

The Pacific Ocean, at least, for where we were, is quite chilly. Bring a sweater! But it was very cool as I was able to cross several things off the list of new experiences today.

Drove a vehicle on the Beach – Okay – so technically I didn’t drive it. Amaia and Don did. But, I was there! I’ve only … read more...

Whale Watching and so much more!

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For my Partners birthday we took advantage of having friends staying with us and spent a weekend in California. It was a fantastic weekend and so many firsts! It was great being able to experience all of this with him.

I’ve always thought whale watching was 5,000% out of my league. I’d never have a chance at seeing a whale. I grew up in the center of the North American continent. When I don’t think I’d see the ocean, the idea of ever being able to see a whale was laughable. 

My first chance at seeing a whale was part of Don’s birthday weekend.

I did not get a picture … read more...