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#8 of an Inspirational Series
Updated July 28, 2020
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The Peaceful Life at the Coast
There is nothing more beautiful than sunrise at the coast. It is the promise of a new day, another opportunity for a new beginning. As the colors streak across the skies, I feel so blessed to witness this stunning beauty.
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Days at the coast are soothing, relaxing and good for the soul. Here, God’s handiwork is evident every day. From sunrise till sunset, you’ll see the waves roll in, feel the sand between your toes and watch the seagrass wave in the ocean breeze. Seagulls flying above, children building sandcastles and multi-colored umbrellas dot the beach. This is the peaceful life.
Beachcombers are out at daybreak to see what treasures the ocean left overnight. Fishermen have set up poles in the surf and on the pier waiting for the catch of the day. As the sun rises high in the sky, lunch is served on the deck. Then, afternoon naps or a good book are calming to our minds. This is the peaceful life.
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It is here, at the coast, that I walk in JOY during the day and sleep in PEACE at night.
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It is so easy to walk in joy at the coast. Time moves slowly leaving space to ponder all the great thoughts on your mind. You can mozy down to the edge of the water and write your wishes and prayers in the sand. Enjoy the ocean breeze as you gently sway in the hammock between the palm trees.
Your mind and body have been calmed by the sound of the waves and the gentle breeze. Your heart and soul are full of all the beauty of the day at the coast. Now, it is time to sleep in peace.
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You can shake the sand from your feet but not from your soul. ~Author Unknown
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My husband and I were married on the beach in the fall of 2018. We enjoy splitting our time between city life and the slower pace of coastal life.
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In a cottage by the sea is where I want to be. ~Author Unknown
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The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings eternal joy to the soul. ~Robert Wyland
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Lovely piece. it painted a beautiful picture and now has me longing for the sea. Thanks.
Laurie, thank you for your sweet words.
Wishing you many trips to the seashore!
This is such a beautiful and peaceful post. Thank you so much for sharing.❤️
Thank you, Brenda, for your support.
Oh how I love the ocean.Great post. Thank You for sharing
The seashore is definitely my happy place.
Lovely words! 🙂 I found walking by the seaside very recharging and relaxing too!
That is a perfect description of the seashore – recharging and relaxing!
What a beautiful post! You’re so lucky to live near the coast x
Thank you! I am blessed to live between the coast and the mountains.
Living at the coast must give you many meditative moments. I looked to see what coast you are living on for a reference as we travel often, but this doesn’t mention other than a honeymoon in Hawaii! How fun!
Julie Ann, we are in Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Please look me up if you’re in the area.
Louise, I always going to Pensacola Beach/Navarre Florida each year with my family and when I visit my brothers in San Diego! When I retire, I plan to ‘walk the beach in the mornings’ just like you! Can’t wait to feel that joy every day. It’s coming… just 2 years away. Thanks for sharing. Well done.
Beth, the ocean waves and breezes are the perfect place to be. Two years will fly by!
Funny thing, I’m on a solo vacation at the coast right now! It’s pouring out, but that’s okay, it’s already such a relief to be away from the hectic pace at home!
Oh yes, a rainy day at the beach is better than a sunny day anywhere else.
I think I made a quote like that on Pinterest. Here it is…..
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/505106914455042379/
OMG! I am INSTANTLY reminded if the breezy, summer day of Hilton Head Island when I read this post We are going again in August and I CAN’t wait! Love the beach, breezy feel fo your site!
I’m headed to Hilton Head in March. So excited!
Thanks for your kind words about my blog.
Hope you’ll visit again soon!
We fell in love with the ocean over the summer and long to return! Thank you for sharing.
The beach truly is a place for calmness and healing.
Love this, absolutely true. I live on the coast and it is my calm space. 💕
You are the envy of so many who would love to live at the coast.
Calmness indeed!
I love the ocean and agree with you – I feel more at peace when I can walk on the beach and see, hear and smell the sea
I totally agree with you. It is my happy place!
I needed this post on this cold and snowy day. I look so forward to the beach days ahead. Lovely post!
Thank you, Jody. Enjoy the beauty of the snow. Warmer days are ahead!
There was a sort of serenity in opening up this article and checking it out! I want more of this!!!
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I do love the beach, and I havent been there in a few years, unless you count Coney Island. But this makes me want to rent a house and spend my days writing and tanning.
Laura, it’s definitely my favorite place to write. The calm and peaceful days make my mind soar with ideas!
This is such a beautiful post! I love the coast and always feel so relaxed and free of stress when on the beach!
Sharon, you and me both! It’s definitely the place to be to relax.
I really love this post. When I was still back home I always go to beaches with family and friends. I am missing those experiences. Thank you for sharing this blog.
I’m sure you miss the beach. Cherish your memories!
Wow. That sunset picture is gorgeous. I love water and your post made me feel so relaxed and yearning for a beach.
Samantha, that pic (it’s actually sunrise) is real! I took it with my phone. I know nothing about filters that people talk about. I am so glad it left you with a peaceful feeling.
Lovely Louise. Thank you for sharing 🌸 Nature speaks to our spirit in quiet whispers, we stare at the ocean we can embody her peace, when we are still with a tree we embody her power.
Thank you for your beautiful words, Karletta!
Great article, we live near the coast in the UK but its not quite the same as what you have posted here! We love to escape to the Carribean once a year to go to a real beach!!
The Carribean is definitely the go-to beach!
I agree that the coast and the water are so peaceful and calming, healing as well!
I love being by water . It’s refreshing and relaxing . Very spiritual in a way.
Keena, I totally agree with you!
The ocean is calming, most of the time. Storms can take away the peace temporarily but the most beautiful days always follow them.
Rebecca, you are so right. Today is a beautiful day at the coast after yesterday’s hurricane. I’m glad you are safe.
I’ve only been at an Eastern coast once (in NB, Canada), and even though I was young, I still remember being deeply impress by the ocean! I think this is soothing, and your post brought me some peace inside 🙂
Valerie, I hope you have an opportunity to visit the East coast again. It is surely soothing and peaceful.
I love the beach. I am only a few short hours away and yet I don’t make the time to go to the beach. Your pictures have me wanting to go very soon.
I live 3 hours from the coast. And I crave time there. It truly restores my soul.