Just yesterday I looked at Paula’s Scheduled Challenges and thought, ‘I don’t have anything panoramic’. Funny how life sometimes supplies what you need without even being asked.
The day dawned bright, beautiful and empty of plans. A phone call later and I had walking company. The coastline north of me is rugged, former mining territory. The magnesium limestone rocks are steadily eroding and at low tide you can enter the resulting caves. The shore is littered with reminders of the past, washed and washed beyond recognition.
Washed clear to the horizon
Save for a gentleman and his dog
From within the confines of the caves
The richly coloured stones beckon
Strewing the beach as far as the eye can see
Rough and ready jewels
Rinsed clean by the sea
It seems I had a ready made panorama all along! Perhaps I’ll take you inside the caves next time. Now to see what kind of Panorama Paula has in store. Whatever it is, I know it will be beautiful.
restlessjo 
Gorgeous photos Jo and I love the titles you have chosen to describe them. Thanks for sharing these. They are a feast for the eyes!~Rita
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It’s a coastline that can look so ugly under flat grey skies, Rita, but on a day like this it’s superb! Thank you 🙂
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Jo, your narrative reads like poetry. I would be so fascinated by the stones that I’d spend my time collecting which ones to bring home. They are jewels for sure. 😊
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There are a lot of steps to climb to get off that beach, Lynne! A pocketful of stones might not be the best idea 🙂 🙂 Thank you! It was a beautiful day.
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Such a beautiful and peaceful looking day. 🙂
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It was! Warm too 🙂
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Lovely. Have a blissful weekend. 🙂
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Love the stones – so colorful. Is that caused by magnesium?
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There were blast furnaces here originally, Bebs, and the heat discoloured much of the surrounds.
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Jo, you must be so fit from walking. I am envious as I don’t walk even half enough, I will have to try harder. As always lovely pics. 😉
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I don’t feel nearly fit enough when I have to clamber back up to the cliff top! 🙂 But there are usually people panting up behind me… Thanks! It was a fabulous day 🙂
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I really like these Jo, especially the man with his dog.
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One man and his dog
Went to mow a meadow…
No, that’s not at all appropriate, is it, Robin? Sorry- must be the sunshine going to my head 🙂
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What a lovely beach and the sun and blue sky is a real treat to see! I walked a pebbly beach on Friday and paid for it the next day – my knees don’t like it! I’d love to see inside the caves, but only if your knees are in better shape than mine 🙂
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The floor of the caves was mostly sandy, Gilly, but I know what you mean about pebbles. I kept looking for smooth bits 🙂 Glorious again tday!
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beautiful pictures, Jo and love the captions! 🙂
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Thank you, lolaWi 🙂 I’m not sure where it’s come from but we are enjoying glorious weather right now. Set to end soon so we’re all making the most of it.
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Beautiful photos Jo!
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It was a glorious day, Nicole! Followed by another today!!! Strange but delightful 🙂
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Mamma mia!
That’s to say : incredible shots, all of them!
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It was a joy to be on that beach yesterday. Thank you so much 🙂
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Wonderful views, Jo. Loved your pics and captions. 🙂
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An April heatwave, Ad! Whatever next? 🙂 🙂 Thanks, hon.
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Nature has an awesome way of surprising us by its wonderful beauty. I find I am always at peace when immersed in the grand design of our wise Creator. Great photos! Have a lovely day 🙂
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Thank you! When the weather is fine it’s hard not to be in love with the world 🙂
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These are absolutely beautiful, Jo! They’re so calming…just what I needed. xo
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It was a joyful place to be, Jill! Wonderful to be able to share so much beauty. 🙂
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Isn’t it wonderful how things work out like that? And you got your panaromic shoots to boot…and I’m smiling. Thanks Jo 🙂
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I would normally have been to t’ai chi and maybe strolled back home, Sherri, but our instructor is in Spain this week. It’s an ill wind, and I had a breeze 🙂
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What could be better than panoramic views in sunshine.
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I can’t think of much, Ann 🙂
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Wonderful scenery and brilliant shots Jo. The blues, reds and oranges look so inviting. Doesn’t the sun make everything look even better!
We had a glorious day yesterday too, but this morning I woke to heavy mist which is moving only slowly
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Radiant here again!!! I can’t quite grasp it! Will be abandoning the laptop again soon. 🙂 Thanks, Debs. It’s a funny old bit of coast but majestic in its way.
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I chose your jewels 🙂 I can’t help it, I am a girl :D. All of these panoramics are to my taste Jo. Many thanks!
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Jewels on the doorstep, Paula! What more can a girl want? Maybe a few hugs 🙂 You’re welcome.
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Your hugs are always welcome 🙂 See you soon, Jo.
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Looks very much like Cornwall but I’m guessing this is near Hartlepool?
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Yes, just north of here, Richard. And it was even t-shirt weather yesterday!!! 🙂
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Beautiful panoramic pictures, Jo. I especially love the richly colored stones by the sea. 🙂
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The heat from the furnaces that used to be there has produced all kinds of colouration, Cathy. Quite dramatic in places. 🙂 Thank you! It’s amazingly sunny again today so I’ll be over at yours later.
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When it’s sunny, you simply have to go outside. I know that, so take your time. 🙂
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