We don't get "snow" days here in Florida, but every now and then we do get a "hurricane" day and school is cancelled. We had one of these on Friday as Hurricane Sandy passed by. While I certainly should have been spending this day in a productive manner, getting caught up, I went to the beach instead. I was happy with my choice.
I am a sucker for storms. I really do enjoy the excitement of stormy days like no others. To me, the beach is optimal place to be, to feel the power of mother nature.
The birds were still out. This Turnstone stood among the stinging sand blasts.
This Willet was standing his ground.
Three of these flew by, but I'm not sure what they were. I hope those who see this storm next stay safe!
I hope everyone and everything stays safe from the storm!
ReplyDeletexo Catherine
those clouds look plenty potent. i do hope she is not as bad as predicted.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful striking pictures. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteVery nice shots Tammy....specially that first one.
ReplyDeleteGreetings, Joop
da gusto ver y leer tus entradas Tammy. Un fuerte abrazo y saludos desde Extremadura.
ReplyDeleteHi Tammy!!!... A very suggestive pictures .. The storm was coming! .. Greetings from Madrid
ReplyDeleteYour first shot, so dark and ominous! I love the colour reversal of the ocean and the sky. Fantastic pictures, Tammy.
ReplyDeleteLovely images Tammy, those sea and skyscapes are superb :-)
ReplyDeleteImpresionantes fotos Tammy. Da miedo ver esos cielos.
ReplyDeleteEspero que el temporal pase pronto y no deje daños.
Saludos!!
Lovely shots as usual Tammy!!!
ReplyDeleteI like the Turnstone with closed eyes:=)
Greetings / Kenny
Wow I love that you can see the sand in the turnstone shot... Epic ocean shots too!
ReplyDeleteLovely shots Tammy. That sky looks fierce.
ReplyDeleteI have the same fascination of beeing near the ocean or sea when the weather is rough, - feel the power from the elements. Have a nice week Tammy !
ReplyDeleteI agree good choice beach wins every time. Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteAwesome and ominous sky shots! I love shooting storm clouds. The Turnstone photo is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this info Tammy, I'm in Central Florida and I don't seen the ocean much. I like the willet image on the shore.
ReplyDeleteWOW!
ReplyDeleteThe first pic is awesome!
Unfortunately Sandy didn't leave everyone untouched on its path...
These "beasts" are quite dangerous!
We escaped one when we were in Raleigh - NC, it went offshore but the floods were monstrous especially along the shore.
Cheers Tammy!
I'm with you Tammy, there's nothing like photographing a big storm. I'm glad Sandy bypassed you though.
ReplyDeleteVery dramatic photographs, Tammy! I have seen some amazing storm clouds while vacationing in Florida. I love your little Ruddy Turnstone image, too. Cool angle. So glad you were spared the destructive forces of Sandy.
ReplyDeleteHello Tammy, I am very excited to nominate you for a Beautiful Blogger Award because I just love your blog! To accept all you have to do is tell us 7 things about yourself and nominate 15 other bloggers. You can find the BBA thumbnail on my blog if you'd like to post it on yours and, you know, show it off :)
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ReplyDeleteI also love to be at the beach when it is stormy, that first image sure shows the raw power of the storm.
Your beach pictures are so dreamy. I love when storms come in off the Lake or Ocean. There is something very special about the way it's all eerie in its own way. Beautiful shots. I really need to study more shorebirds better. They're a difficult group to learn:)
ReplyDeleteA difficult time with all who suffered in hurricane sandy, but you thoroughtly enjoyed it. Well done Tammy fot giving us the most beautiful photos.
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