Friday, April 8, 2011

A SEASIDE SUNSET

 

The sea pronounces something, over and over, in a hoarse whisper; I cannot quite make it out.

                           ~Annie Dillard

 

 

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Hiiii Everyone!

Finally, we are back home!

Yes, we were supposed to return 3 days ago but we ended up overstaying and came back only just yesterday!

Goa always has that effect on you. It is such a lovely place you just don’t want to leave.

The night before we were supposed to return, we all got very depressed that our vacation was ending. Just one more day is what we kept wishing for. And then we realised we can just simply stay back.

Everything was in place - the resort was available for a few more days, Mum and Dad didn’t have to report back to work because, as you know, we are all leaving for Delhi anyway. There couldn’t have been better excuses to overstay.

We are glad we did because it was on the last day of our stay that we got some perfect sunset pictures. All throughout our stay we spent our evenings on one beach or the other, hoping for that perfect sunset.

But it was elusive. Even during the evenings the air was thick with humidity and combined with the already soaring temperatures, it made the sunset a hazy, orange affair. It was very enjoyable but never made a good photograph.

But on the last evening of our stay, the sky cleared up. We were in Colva, one of the southern beaches in Goa.

The air was cooler, the tides seemed stronger and the sun set on the horizon making a perfect picture.

It was a beautiful evening.

We went for a long walk along the shore, chased crabs, played chase and after one last swim in the sea, came back and packed our bags.

No more regrets this time that the vacation had ended. We have had a truly lovely time and collected memories for a life time…

 

We are linking to SKYWATCH FRIDAY. Please do go over there if you want to sky watch!

 

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17 comments:

Arran, Arthur and Mum said...

Such beautiful photos and memories! Thanks for sharing them.

Mariodacat said...

Such beautiful pictures you were able to capture. M says there is nothing more peaceful than being by the water - it bring a tranqulity to otherwise hectic lives.

Bella Roxy & Macdui said...

We think the water whispers 'come and play'.....

Did you win over the landlady?

Looks like a wonderful, peaceful holiday. We're happy you are recharged and ready to face the move.

XXXOOO Daisy, Kendra & Bella

houndstooth said...

If your pictures are any indication, you had a lovely time! I'm glad you had so much fun!

Bunny

Anonymous said...

Thank you so for sharing such Pawsome pictures with all of us!

We are so happy that you are all relax and ready for your move.

woo woos, Tessa

Teddy Bear said...

Beautiful photos and memories.:) We're so glad you all had a blast.:)

Love,
Teddy Bear

Lola and also Franklin, too said...

Those are such wonderful pictures! Thanks for sharing and I'm so glad you got a little extra vacation, too!

Chewy said...

beatiful photos! I love the big picture on your blog!

Chewy

the booker man said...

OoOoOoOoooo, wow, ya'll, such beautimous sunset 'n beachy pics! i'm so happy that you got to stay an extra 3 days! sometimes, you just need a little more vaca, and how lucky that ya'll could choose to stay longer! :)

*woof*
the booker man

pee s -- buddy 'n shadow, you sure were interested in those fishin' nets, huh? teeheehee.

the booker man said...

pee pee s -- mama LOVES that annie dillard quote!

Lorenza said...

Glad you are back at home!
Yes! You got super duper pictures in your last day!
Thanks for sharing them!
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza

♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥ said...

We have never been to the seaside, but the Momster tells us that there is something very peaceful and relaxing and refreshing about being there. We are all so happy that you had such a wonderful and memorable vacation. Now welcome home.

Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

Two French Bulldogs said...

awesome pictures and header
Benny & Lily

Minnie and Mack said...

We hate to repeat what everyone has said, but those are lovely photos!

Drools and licks,
Minnie and Mack

Molly the Airedale said...

What gorgeous pictures! We're so glad that you had a wonderful time! We love your new header photo!

Love ya lots
Maggie and Mitch

Anonymous said...

Good for you for staying over! :D And what incredible photos! So glad you had such a wonderful get-away :)

Roo

Carrie, with Tanner and Oliver said...

Your photography is spectacular. I enjoyed all the variety in your sidebar as well. Thanks for stopping by All Things Dog Blog and for posting our link on your sidebar. I felt so connected with the other side of the world suddenly. How wonderful!

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