GALT OCEAN MILE

This is one of the main streets in our city. It runs along the Ocean and is filled with tall condominiums. When we first moved here, there was one small hotel at the end of the street where the tall towers are in the center of the photo. Everything to the left was sand and sea grass. Change and progress? I'm dating myself but this entire city has grown in less than my lifetime. What does the future hold?

MARLIN

This beautiful creature once swam in our local waters. He is currently residing on the side of a building that once housed a taxidermist. Anglers' that were fortunate enough to land fish like this, had them mounted more often that not. Today, most responsible fishermen practice "catch and release." If he or she wants a remembrance, they simply give the weight and length to the taxidermist, and he provides a facsimile of the original.  So, the fish is still swimming and not hanging on the side of a building. A much better solution for both fish and fisherman!

LIFEGUARD STAND

The ocean was a little rough the other day. The wind was blowing ESE so there were strong rip currents. Many a strong swimmer has drowned not knowing how to deal with them. This time of year we also get Portuguese Man o' War. If you have ever encountered one of these, you won't soon forget it. Their sting leaves red welts and intense pain. These are the reasons for the red and blue flags.

FULL MOON

Here is the Full Moon rising over the ocean. It was too cloudy to get a shot of  it on the horizon. Very disappointing but such is life. Next time! (click image to enlarge)