A couple of weeks ago I pointed the car south along the coast intending to find new ground in an area that is as familiar to me as the freckles on my arm.
Just past Gazo's Creek I spotted a small turnout along Highway One. A small path led through a long stretch of dunes. It was tough going at times, but the end reward was great--a deserted beach with a long view north toward Pigeon Point Lighthouse. And--l saw something I'd never seen before--a young coyote running along the beach. Unfortunately, I was too startled to snap off a shot.
Later on my way to the car, I came suddenly upon a Bobcat standing on the road. Again, no luck with the photos, but I truly believe that it is a sign of good luck when I come across elusive wild animals on my journeys. In fact, I've felt pretty good since.
I did manage to snap a couple of pictures. This is one of them.
San Mateo County Coast CA
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Cool and blue, a wraithlike layer of fog hugging the low spots. Not a bad place to be standing were my thoughts. If you can call them thoughts. The other morning I was trying to figure out if I think in English or if I just think without the aid of the words. I ain't figured it out yet. But on this morning, thoughts like that didn't seem so important.
Point Arena CA
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Waves crash ashore at Montara State Beach in San Mateo County. This is a great beach to check out in the early morning hours before the crowds arrive. Although, you won't find a lot of sunbathers here even during the mid-day hours. On most days, this beach can be quite chilly--a by product of a stiff sea breeze and a persistent marine layer. I love the natural air conditioning along the California Coast.
Montara CA
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Things are rough out here in California at the moment. Numerous fires are raging, resulting in a massive loss of homes and property. So far, we've been lucky, but everyday there is a new fire somewhere. Yesterday, a large blaze broke out in town. Fortunately, the fire crews were able to extinguish it before it got out of hand.
Last weekend, we met in a small town in the motherlode for our yearly band reunion. We set-up all our gear and then the Butte fire showed up. We had to quickly pack-up and evacuate the area. The smoke and heat was amazing. Luckily we made to a friend's home in Grass Valley where we were able to set-up and consummate a weekend of music. Hopefully, not like Nero, playing as Rome burned around him.
As for the picture: I'm thinking about water and waves.
Pigeon Point CA
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Mid-morning at Montara, the fog dissipating as the sun fills the shadows with a fuzzy diffused light.
Happy Fence Friday everyone.
Montara, CA
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