Memories of Sunshine and Ocean Breezes

Although we have been experiencing snow, sleet & rain we have almost made it to the halfway mark of winter. Despite this fact, spring seems so very far away as the north winds blow and the temperatures drop. Frequent sunshine and longer days are helpful, but what I wouldn't give for a day of sitting on the beach and soaking up the rays.

This time of year, it helps to have a good imagination and a stash of memories from the summer days left behind so many months ago. If I close my eyes and shut out the cold winter view in front of me, visions of hot sunny days at the beach come to mind. In time it seems so real I can almost feel the hot sun shining on my face.

After entering this dream world of memories so many things come to mind, and I relive the fun times from last summer. So much to enjoy and be thankful for:

  • The sound of the waves crashing onto the beach.
  • My grandchildren's laughter as they play in the sand, and their squeals of joy as they run into the waves.
  • The smell of the salty ocean air.
  • Feeling the cool sea breeze as it blows up from the water.
  • Seagulls calling out overhead telling one another of food to be had from beach goers.
  • Watching boats out on the ocean - too far away to hear the roar of their engines.
  • Hearing planes flying overhead, knowing they are pulling banners to entice beach goers to attend events in the area.
  • Feeling the hot warm sunshine on my body lulling me into peace, and perhaps even a cat nap.

I can get lost in this imaginary world of summer and sun and allow myself to remain there if left undisturbed. This place of warmth, peace and joy is somewhere I would love to be forever; sharing the experience with my children and grandchildren as if we were the only ones on a deserted island. What fun it would be to have our own sunny, safe space in the world.

Eventually, as difficult as it is, I do have to come back to reality. Life does continue with work and daily routine; a necessity for us all. The routine and mundane allow us to appreciate the occasional respites permitted in our busy life. 

Yes, how wonderful it would be to have my own world of sunshine, sand and waves every day.  However, since this is not to be, I will cherish my memories and imagination that allow me to visit the hot sunny days at the beach whenever winter becomes too much.







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