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We took a couple mile walk on the beach Thursday morning. The sunrise was amazing (last photo below). I got all excited when I saw this Snowy Egret land near us. All I had with me was my iPhone, but that did not stop me. I walked in his direction, snapping photos as I approached him. When he took off, I followed. I finaly called it and finished our hike. Keep in mind, none of these photos of this bird are up to my normal standard. It was just too far away. But hey, I love to share.

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Our room was on the 12th floor, facing the beach. We had not been in our rom long when I saw this Snowy Egret land on the beach below. Yes, I had my big camera with me, so I started snapping photos. They did not come out perfect, but here they are.

Never give up on that special photo .. it may not be perfect, but th journey is worth it. Enjoy .. I did.

~ Rick

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Tattler On The Beach

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Teresa took this photo while we were hiking on the beach near our condo. This is a Wandering Tattler. What is that you ask? It’s a medium-sized sandpiper. They don’t have webbed feet, but I hear they are excellent swimmers.

Teresa nailed several photsos of birds that I missed. This is one of them, and I love this photo. It looks like the bird is walking on glass, but it was on the beach. Live is good in Maui.

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A Warm Beach

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I have been to many intesting places in the world, but I loved this view of the Mediterranean. This was one of many warm days on the beach in Tel Aviv, Israel.

I stayed in a hotel right on this beach many nights over a four year period, and on most of those days, this was the view. I was there for some very stormy nights. but that was the exception.

I have never tried to rate locations. Every corner of this amazing earth has some unique quality that makes it special. Israel is no exception. I loved it there. The people were bright, friendly and amazing. The culture is special. It is one of those places I love to visit, and hope I can go back again sometime before my time is up on this amazing earth.

Teresa and I went on a hike yesterday and I was able to fly the drone. I did that in some snow, but it was a lot of fun. The video can be viewed below or on YouTube.

I hope you enjoy the video!

~ Rick

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A storm brewing

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It was the last day on the island and it was clear there was a storm brewing. I was standing on the beach, looking toward Honolulu. The view was ominous, with a touch of beauty that I will never forget. A towering skyline, with the glow of setting sun to the west, provided the lighting and colors for the view. The heavy, dark and menace clouds overhead gave way to a cool breeze across the ocean. Through all of this, the beach was still full of people. The sights, sounds, and smells .. it was intense. I am grateful for the opportunity to capture this photo.

By the way, we never did get a storm .. just a passing shower. Nature ... 

~ Rick

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