There’s nothing I like better than to crest the brow of a hill and see it sparkling in the distance. It’s like a magnet from then on and my gaze keeps returning to it, imagining myself on that shore. I’ve lived within sight of the sea for most of my life, and cannot imagine a time where I couldn’t stroll on a beach at will. It’s lucky for me that there are endless stretches of cliff top walking in my rugged corner of north eastern England.
These photos were taken this morning on the stretch of coast just south of Seaham. You may remember, I posted recently about the town and its regeneration in No time like the present.
This is my entry for the Weekly Photo Challenge. The sea is a subject that never fails to engage me. I’m off now to check out the other entries. Come with me?
restlessjo 
lucky you, living near to the shore!
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Lucky me, full stop 🙂
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Beautiful pictures of the clouds and sea. I’m new to this travel group and really enjoyed viewing where you live. Question: why did you chose not to add watermarks to your photos?
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Hi Neva 🙂 Welcome to north east England. Thank you for your kind comments. I’ve never used watermarks as I feel they disfiguire. I could never make my living from photography so if anyone steals an image, it doesn’t cost me, and I find it aesthetically much more pleasing. I’d be cross if they reproduced the whole article but I’d probably be flattered if it was just one photo.
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How wonderful to be able to walk along those cliff tops, Jo. Your photos are magical. I would have loved to walk with you. 🙂
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I was out with a group of walkers, Sylvia. You could have just tagged along. 🙂
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How can one not love the sea? Glorious shots, Jo. Serene. Relaxing. Heavenly. 🙂
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When I’m in a foul temper (who me?) it’s exactly where I want to be (Greta Garbo style). Actually I was with a band of happy walkers, and that was fine too. Variety, Gem 🙂
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Spice of life, sweety! 🙂
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Very tranquil, I feel myself relaxing while gazing at your beloved seas. Thank you!
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I feel very sleepy right now, Marion. I was up till a ridiculous time last night watching US Open tennis. It’s catching me up 🙂
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I knew you wouldn’t miss this one Jo! 🙂 Came here expecting to see Portuguese waters, but these are equally beautiful. My pick is the one with the wooden benches.
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Irresistible challenge, wasn’t it, Madhu? But how do you keep up with 880 entries? (and rising!) 🙂
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Unbelievable! 😉
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beautiful 🙂 it looks so calm. and i love those clouds!
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Thanks, KZ 🙂 It was a beautiful day yesterday, followed by a lovely sunset.
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The sky looks like a vast canvas colored with blue and white.
Great pictures
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Thank you 🙂 It’s all part of it, isn’t it- sky and sea! 🙂
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I’d like to take a walk along those beautiful cliffs by the sea right this minute, Jo. Beautiful. 🙂
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I’m worn out today Cath, so you’ll have to walk by yourself. 🙂 Only 4 hours sleep last night because I was watching Rafa till 3.30. The time difference messes me up!
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Oh dear. Well, I think I’ll wait for a time when you can come along. I think we could have some lovely chats! Hope you get your sleep, Jo! 🙂
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Lovely, I definitely haven’t had enough time by the sea this year, though there’s Cornwall and Portuguese coasts coming up, here’s hoping for a sunny October.
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What date’s the wedding, Luce? I’m getting quite excited and I’m not even there 🙂 Almost organised?
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27th September so not long to go now – and Suzanne is just a week later on 4th October! Dress fitting yesterday and sorting out the final details but almost there now.
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Oh so schöne Bilder vom Meer da möchte ich auch gerne sein die Bilder strahlen Ruhe und Glück aus.Ich wünsche dir einen guten Tag und eine gute Woche lieber Gruß Gislinde
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Danke schone, lieber Gislinde. 🙂
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Absolutely gorgeous my dear. It must be very invigorating to take stroll over there.
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The weather is still surprisingly nice, Paula. I’m kind of holding my breath, willing it to last. 🙂 Are you ok? I saw something in your “Sea” comments that made it sound like you weren’t feeling great.
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Thank you for asking Jo. I don’t want to complaint … I will appear as the most sick person on WP :D. I passed the whole weekend with a toothache and a persistent bladder infection, but the things are finally looking up :). Will you be joining me this Thursday for the challenge – if not I can wait for you till Sunday 😀
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Sounds grim! 😦 Probably not because I will be lingering at windows with Dawn and which way-ing with Cee, but if you inspire me- well, you never know. 🙂
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😀 just have fun 🙂
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Those pictures have helped blow the cobwebs away this morning. Very jealous of you living so close to the sea – living the dream!
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There are some grim bits as well, Rich, but it’s not a bad old place to live. 🙂
You just back from/going to somewhere nice? I haven’t seen you on here in a bit but then I’ve missed a few with the Polish visit, etc.
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I’ve been around, considering giving simonseeks another go, but using their site makes you realise just how user friendly WordPress is!
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Ages since I’ve looked at SS. Rather disillusioned with the whole thing. I feel like I should move on from here but I really don’t have the know-how. 😦
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Congrats on your SS win! I assumed you could only win with a new guide. Will this make you go back to it?
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It’s not very clear how it works on SS is it? I’m just highly delighted. I’ve sent you an email with the details. 🙂
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ecco ritrovata nel mio ritorno la cara, carissima Johanna con splendide foto dedicate al mare del nord-england…il sole sta lentamente calando sull’orizzone ed i colori si fanno più lievi. ottimi gli sfondi..nell’araia la poesia
un grandissimo abbraccio
Ven
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Love having your company again, Ventis 🙂 Yesterday was a dream of a day and I was happy to share it. Hope life’s good with you.
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Fascinated me all these sea photographs, Thank you dear Johanna, have a nice day, love, nia
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I love having it right there on my doorstep, Nia, or if I look out of the bedroom window, it twinkles in the distance. It always makes me smile 🙂 You too, hon.
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It’s wonderful to see those vast wild expanses of coast, Jo, with the sea stretching out beyond fuelling imaginations. You’re very lucky to have lived close to the coast all these years – for most of us (especially country-born Australians who spent their childhoods hundreds of miles inland!) views like these are at best a once a year treat. It’s beginning to sink in that my new home is just along the river from the dunes and sandbars of its mouth, and that I too will be able to smell the sea every day.
I’ll catch up soon, I hope – great to see these beautiful shots in the meantime 🙂
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Glad your new home is beginning to appeal, Meredith. It was an enormous move for you. I’m sure it’s for the best. Catch up when you can 🙂
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Marvellous. Your photos are the stuff that dreams are made of. Thank you so much for sharing! 🙂
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Thanks for enjoying them with me, Karen 🙂 I’m lucky to have the sea on my doorstep, I know.
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