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"I stand at the Seashore, ALONE, and start to think." ~Richard Feynman
Early Saturday Morning, I drove to the Shore for a little 'ME TIME'--- Last week was a LONG one and I just needed to Breathe in the Salty Air and Feel EVERYTHING! As I was walking about, taking Photos of the Shoreline, Reef, Nature/Wildlife, and Architecture of the Buildings/Piers along the Beach I noticed THIS Man drinking his Coffee and Smoking a Fat Cigar, starring off into the Ocean--- He was there for a QUITE a WHILE- I had already walked up and back down 2+ Miles of Beach and he was STILL in the same Spot I had originally found him... He was capsized, thinking about something as DEEP as the Ocean is Blue, BUT SOOOO BEAUTIFUL! **I haven't REALLY taken Photos of People in a LONG time, due to my lack of Faith in Humanity ** BUT... I NEEDED a Photo of HIM in THAT moment--- SOOO... I asked and he has granted me permission to take his Photo and (QUOTE) 'Do with it as I wish'...
My WISH is to share how BEAUTIFUL and TANQUIL this Man is as he gazes into the Ocean... I don't know his story, nor do I need to--- I hope that moment gave him as MUCH as it did me, whatever it was he was thinking about--- THANK YOU AGAIN, Kind Soul, for your Photo- I TRULY Appreciate it MORE than you can imagine! Perhaps someday you will see THIS and see the way that I see you?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #themanattheshore #alone #think #asdeepastheocean #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #thankyou
"I stand at the Seashore, ALONE, and start to think." ~Richard Feynman
Early Saturday Morning, I drove to the Shore for a little 'ME TIME'--- Last week was a LONG one and I just needed to Breathe in the Salty Air and Feel EVERYTHING! As I was walking about, taking Photos of the Shoreline, Reef, Nature/Wildlife, and Architecture of the Buildings/Piers along the Beach I noticed THIS Man drinking his Coffee and Smoking a Fat Cigar, starring off into the Ocean--- He was there for a QUITE a WHILE- I had already walked up and back down 2+ Miles of Beach and he was STILL in the same Spot I had originally found him... He was capsized, thinking about something as DEEP as the Ocean is Blue, BUT SOOOO BEAUTIFUL! **I haven't REALLY taken Photos of People in a LONG time, due to my lack of Faith in Humanity ** BUT... I NEEDED a Photo of HIM in THAT moment--- SOOO... I asked and he has granted me permission to take his Photo and (QUOTE) 'Do with it as I wish'...
My WISH is to share how BEAUTIFUL and TANQUIL this Man is as he gazes into the Ocean... I don't know his story, nor do I need to--- I hope that moment gave him as MUCH as it did me, whatever it was he was thinking about--- THANK YOU AGAIN, Kind Soul, for your Photo- I TRULY Appreciate it MORE than you can imagine! Perhaps someday you will see THIS and see the way that I see you?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #themanattheshore #alone #think #asdeepastheocean #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #thankyou
"There are good Ships and wood Ships, Ships that Sail the Sea, but the BEST Ships are FRIENSHIPS, and may they ALWAYS be." ~Old Irish Proverb
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
👭 Linoy & Amanda
I met these BEAUTIFUL BESTIES while Shell Hunting and Walking to my Private Spot down the Beach--- AND am so VERY GLAD that I did; They are GOURGEOUS and so FULL of Energy, as well as having a SERIOUS love for one another- CLEARLY their Souls were meant to meet; Thank you again LOVELIES, I appreciate your Photos VERY MUCH (and I REALLY hope you like them too?!)! My wish for you is that you remain Best Friends throughout Life--- And even in the After! ❤
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #besties #WithHumans #friendship #bestfriendsforever #models #bestiesonthebeach #gourgeous #PHOTOS
"There are good Ships and wood Ships, Ships that Sail the Sea, but the BEST Ships are FRIENSHIPS, and may they ALWAYS be." ~Old Irish Proverb
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
👭 Linoy & Amanda
I met these BEAUTIFUL BESTIES while Shell Hunting and Walking to my Private Spot down the Beach--- AND am so VERY GLAD that I did; They are GOURGEOUS and so FULL of Energy, as well as having a SERIOUS love for one another- CLEARLY their Souls were meant to meet; Thank you again LOVELIES, I appreciate your Photos VERY MUCH (and I REALLY hope you like them too?!)! My wish for you is that you remain Best Friends throughout Life--- And even in the After! ❤
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #besties #WithHumans #friendship #bestfriendsforever #models #bestiesonthebeach #gourgeous #PHOTOS
"Love can be like a PERFECT Shell, BUT also like a BROKEN one that has a Unique Story, while the Ocean represents a Vast, Constant Nature of Love." ~Author Unknown 🐚❤️🌊
Their Story is unknown (they are Strangers to me), but it was CLEAR that they had a VAST love for one another--- And the Broken Shell that I found while Strolling the Beach made PHENOMINAL Frame for their Photos, which I kindly thank them for! ❤
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #shells #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #WithHumans #models #gourgeous #perfectshell #love #frame #broken
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"There are good Ships and wood Ships, Ships that Sail the Sea, but the BEST Ships are FRIENSHIPS, and may they ALWAYS be." ~Old Irish Proverb
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
👭 Linoy & Amanda
I met these BEAUTIFUL BESTIES while Shell Hunting and Walking to my Private Spot down the Beach--- AND am so VERY GLAD that I did; They are GOURGEOUS and so FULL of Energy, as well as having a SERIOUS love for one another- CLEARLY their Souls were meant to meet; Thank you again LOVELIES, I appreciate your Photos VERY MUCH (and I REALLY hope you like them too?!)! My wish for you is that you remain Best Friends throughout Life--- And even in the After! ❤
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #besties #WithHumans #friendship #bestfriendsforever #models #bestiesonthebeach #gourgeous #PHOTOS
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"There are good Ships and wood Ships, Ships that Sail the Sea, but the BEST Ships are FRIENSHIPS, and may they ALWAYS be." ~Old Irish Proverb
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
👭 Linoy & Amanda
I met these BEAUTIFUL BESTIES while Shell Hunting and Walking to my Private Spot down the Beach--- AND am so VERY GLAD that I did; They are GOURGEOUS and so FULL of Energy, as well as having a SERIOUS love for one another- CLEARLY their Souls were meant to meet; Thank you again LOVELIES, I appreciate your Photos VERY MUCH (and I REALLY hope you like them too?!)! My wish for you is that you remain Best Friends throughout Life--- And even in the After! ❤
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #besties #WithHumans #friendship #bestfriendsforever #models #bestiesonthebeach #gourgeous #PHOTOS
A Father is neither an Anchor to hold us back, nor a Sail to take us there, but a Guiding Light whose love shows us the way. ~Author Unknown
These Photos were taken on September 6, 2025 at Connors Highway (SR 700) AKA "20 Mile Bend" Bridge in Loxahatchee, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera on the Landscape Setting.
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #FLPhotography #sunsetphotography #sunsetphotoshoot
#WithHumans #fatheranddaughter #silhouettephoto #loxahatcheefl #connershighwaybridge #twentymilebendbridge #canon #canoneos20d
"Love can be like a PERFECT Shell, BUT also like a BROKEN one that has a Unique Story, while the Ocean represents a Vast, Constant Nature of Love." ~Author Unknown 🐚❤️🌊
Their Story is unknown (they are Strangers to me), but it was CLEAR that they had a VAST love for one another--- And the Broken Shell that I found while Strolling the Beach made PHENOMINAL Frame for their Photos, which I kindly thank them for! ❤
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #shells #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #WithHumans #models #gourgeous #perfectshell #love #frame #broken
A Father is neither an Anchor to hold us back, nor a Sail to take us there, but a Guiding Light whose love shows us the way. ~Author Unknown
These Photos were taken on September 6, 2025 at Connors Highway (SR 700) AKA "20 Mile Bend" Bridge in Loxahatchee, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera on the Landscape Setting.
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #FLPhotography #sunsetphotography #sunsetphotoshoot
#WithHumans #fatheranddaughter #silhouettephoto #loxahatcheefl #connershighwaybridge #twentymilebendbridge #canon #canoneos20d
A Father is neither an Anchor to hold us back, nor a Sail to take us there, but a Guiding Light whose love shows us the way. ~Author Unknown
These Photos were taken on September 6, 2025 at Connors Highway (SR 700) AKA "20 Mile Bend" Bridge in Loxahatchee, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera on the Landscape Setting.
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #FLPhotography #sunsetphotography #sunsetphotoshoot
#WithHumans #fatheranddaughter #silhouettephoto #loxahatcheefl #connershighwaybridge #twentymilebendbridge #canon #canoneos20d
I found a little Hope in this big ‘ol World… And sometimes that's all we REALLY need!
This is your Mid-week Reminder to STOP, Breathe, and Relax for minute (or a few)— Appreciate the small things because they REALLY are the BIG ones; These CRAZY Moments that are driving us INSANE right NOW- that are taking up all of our time- won't always be here…
This Photo was taken on October 17, 2025 at JW Corbett Wildlife Management Area in West Palm Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Macro Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #landscapephotography #naturephotography #plantphotography #botanicalphotography #FLPhotography #canon #canoneos20d #PhotographyIsMyTherapy #innerpeace #experience #journey #WithHumans #mothernature #quotes #JWCorbettWildlifeManagementArea #Macro #nature #westpalmbeachfl #hope #midweekreminder #midweek #stop #breathe #relax #smallthings #appreciate #bigones
"Love can be like a PERFECT Shell, BUT also like a BROKEN one that has a Unique Story, while the Ocean represents a Vast, Constant Nature of Love." ~Author Unknown 🐚❤️🌊
Their Story is unknown (they are Strangers to me), but it was CLEAR that they had a VAST love for one another--- And the Broken Shell that I found while Strolling the Beach made PHENOMINAL Frame for their Photos, which I kindly thank them for! ❤
📆 November 20, 2025
Blowing Rocks Preserve in Hobe Sound, FL
📷 Canon EOS 20D + Canon EFS 18-55MM Lense
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #naturephotography #landscapephotography #beachphotography #beautifuldestinations #beachwalks #BlowingRocksPreserve #HobeSoundFL #martincountyfl #quotes #canon #shells #canoneos20d #BEAUTIFUL #beach #ocean #beachvibes #beachday #vitaminsea #lifesabeach #thankyou #WithHumans #models #gourgeous #perfectshell #love #frame #broken
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
"The Ocean Stirs the Heart, Inspires the Imagination, AND Brings Eternal Peace to the Soul." ~Author Unknown
I LOVE Beachy Architecture, as it is, BUT... The Erosion from the Sea on this OLD Pier is PHENOMINALLY BEAUTIFUL! What are some of you MOST FAVORITE things to see at the Beach?!
These Photos were taken on November 8, 2025 at Ocean Reef Park in Rivera Beach, FL with a Canon EOS 20D Camera (and additional Lenses) on the Sport/Action Setting!
#serenescapesofsofl #photography #flphotography #WithHumans #naturephotography #landscapephotography #trek #mothernature #architecturalphotos #beautifuldestinations #BEAUTIFUL #stranger #beachwalks
#canon #canoneos20d #innerpeace #SelfCareRitual #SoulSearching #peacefulmoments #serenity #breathe #ActionSetting #action #quotes #OceanReefPark #RiveraBeachFL #ocean #Heart #Inspire #imagination #peace #soul
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