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Monday, June 27, 2011

Marvellous Monday




A stunning winter's day here in my part of the world. My brother and his family from interstate are currently holidaying at a nearby beach village. Today we had a delightful time with them at this beach location. The holiday house they are renting overlooks the ocean. Just a short stroll across a quiet road and you are on the shoreline.




Sandy beaches with shells and also lots of rugged rocks which beckoned all to explore and collect.
















A nephew in quiet contemplation


Humpback whale - there are many around the area now




Still feeling sunny from a magnificent Monday!

More starfish photos from yesterday here.

Sharing at The Creative Exchange, Sweet Shot Tuesday, Tuesday Around the World,
 Good Life Wednesday, PicStory: Outdoors and Simple Pleasures.

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51 comments:

  1. LynetteJune 27, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    I love reading your blog. :) "OOO'ing" over the white stones and the starfish.

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  2. UnknownJune 27, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Wonderful post! amazing starfish! great photos!

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  3. JillJune 28, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Looks like heaven to me. All of the pictures are great but the one of the star fish was really amazing to me. I can't imagine being able to pick up live ones!

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  4. Joop ZandJune 28, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Great shots Karen, all are very nice.

    Greetings and a nice day, Joop

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  5. Ashley SiskJune 28, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Looks like a beautiful and relaxing day!

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  6. genieJune 28, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    It certainly does not look like cold weather in these photos. They are so beautiful. The one of your daughter is breathtaking. I just love your images. You are such a fabulous photographer. The water, the colors, the rocks...the list goes on and on. All of these make the shots stunning, Genie

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  7. ReenaJune 28, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    Oh, I want to be there ... nothing as so peaceful than the beach and sea!

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  8. Seraphinas PhantasieJune 28, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Beautiful pictures. It doesn´t looks like winter...
    Great moments. Nice ti see it !

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  9. Lisa GordonJune 28, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    This looks like an absolutely wonderful place to be, and your photographs of it are just beautiful. I especially love the third one!

    Thank you so much for sharing these today at The Creative Exchange.

    have a wonderful evening!

    lisa.

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  10. ErinJune 28, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Glad you are enjoying your time away:)

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  11. UnknownJune 28, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Great that you caught a humpback on "film"!

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  12. Simple HomeJune 28, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    What beautiful, beautiful images :)
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  13. EG CameraGirlJune 28, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    It's hard for me to imagine this is winter. :) I imagine I would find the temperature delightful.

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  14. PatJune 28, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Wonderful collection of photos! What a beautiful place to relax and have fun. The photos of the children are really lovely.

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  15. CathyJune 28, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Truly a magnificent day. The LORD certainly has placed you in an interesting and beautiful place. I really enjoy how you capture it.

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  16. Lisa June 28, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I love every image. Outstanding , so creative also.
    Your talent is so beautiful

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  17. BransonJune 28, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Gorgeous photos... I feel a little more relaxed just looking at them! :)

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  18. CedarJune 28, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    These are beautiful! Some really stupendous captures!

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  19. RaymondeJune 28, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    The photos make me long to be by the sea. The star fish are amazing. Have a beautiful day. xxx

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  20. Ocean SoulJune 28, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Luuuuuuv it! The starfish are crazy too! What a beautiful ocean life!

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  21. ana.grJune 28, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Ohhhhh, so beautiful! love the hands shots.

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  22. the Momma BirdJune 28, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    wow!!!!!! the starfish photo is my FAVORITE!!! well, maybe next to the whale photo! how neat!!! my husband has family in australia and i think we need to take them up on their many offers to have us visit! what a beautiful place :)

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  23. NatureFootstepJune 28, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    beautiful place with soo much to explore. I love it. :)

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  24. BuckeroomamaJune 28, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Wow, wow, wow --especially those starfish! I've never seen them with more than 5 "points"... =)

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  25. SusanJune 28, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    What lovely pictures. Those starfish were just amazing!!

    Hope your day is blessed!

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  26. nics CahillJune 28, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    These are beautiful pics, I am imagine walking along the beach. I adore the shot of the hand and the white stones, I love to take collect white stones when I walk along the beach in Ballycastle in Northern Ireland. Happy Tuesday

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  27. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    WOW! Gorgeous photos. Love them all! Looks like a great ime.

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  28. Simon June 28, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I love these shots. The one of the little red head is darling.
    You beach reminds me so of mine here in Maine. We oft have snow though in winter-looks like it's warmer than that if toes can go in the ocean.

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  29. MiraJune 29, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    wow! I am so glad you found me! I cannot believe these stars in your hands! Stunning!!

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  30. DoanLegacyJune 29, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Gorgeous and fantastic photos! I love those starfishes!

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  31. elizabethJune 29, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    just found your site - such a beautiful place to live!!! I can't wait to go through the rest of your photos - great entries this week

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  32. TezzieJune 29, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Simply breathtaking...I'm so jealous of where you live! :D

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  33. donaJune 29, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Your beaches and their wildlife are really stunning! I absolutely want to visit there someday...

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  34. Leckeres für Mensch und KatzeJune 29, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Beautiful pictures! :) Thanks for your kind comment. LG Tina

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  35. pattyJune 29, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    so magnificant! i could almost feel the heat of the sun and the salty breeze in my hair!

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  36. ElenaJune 29, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    All gorgeous shots. Love the hands one and the one of the little girl. So sweet!

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  37. Andrea June 29, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I love them, but especially Miss v

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  38. OlgaJune 29, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    What a wonderful day! I enjoyed the beautiful story that you created with your marvelous photos.

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  39. UnknownJune 29, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    So many great shots here.. Make me long for the ocean..

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  40. likeschocolateJune 29, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    What wonderful treasures found!

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  41. TrishJune 30, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    We Aussies are very blessed with gorgeous beaches, aren't we?!
    This is indeed a lovely simple pleasure :-)
    Beautiful photos of the Lord's creation!
    bless you..Trish

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  42. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Oh my goodness...I could smell the ocean...I can feel the breeze - thank you! :)

    Maria

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  43. GayleJuly 1, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Simply perfect, lovely!

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  44. Nikki (Sarah)July 1, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    What an amazing place....just beautiful

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  45. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysJuly 1, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    A glorious post ... simply wonderful.

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  46. Kay KJuly 1, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    your post and your pictures are great !!!

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  47. DebbieJuly 1, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Your photography is unbelievable, and these shots are just stunning to me. Gorgeous!

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  48. abeachcottageJuly 1, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Lovely pics, such a beautiful place. Thank you for stopping by Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays and sharing.

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  49. Leckeres für Mensch und KatzeJuly 13, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Thanks for sharing this amazing pictures with us on *PicStory* :). This whales are great and all around.. LG Tina

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  50. elkeJuly 14, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    I love your photos!

    lg
    elke

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  51. VintagesouthernlifeJuly 14, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Love all of your shots! Makes me wish I was there.

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