By the Sea, We Are Free

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I was so excited to come home and complete this the other day.  So, all of the shells were collected on my walk on Wednesday. I did the painting in 2018.  I had challenged myself in 2018 to listen to a song, and write with watercolors a verse and paint of picture from my mind.  I used really good watercolor paper.  But, in the end I just had a new pile of stuff I didn't know what to do with.
I will still use it for scrapbooking.  I also love the thought of using it in the shadowboxes.
I used to only pick up seaglass.  But, I am not finding much anymore.  I found a lot of the little shells that are called mermaid toe nails by some.  They are so pretty and reflect a lot of different colors in the sun.
I know we are only supposed to be out for essential travel.  But, I really think sunshine and breathing in the sea air is essential for good health.  The news yesterday was encouraging.  But, as time goes by more freedom is taken away each day.  This week when I drove along the beach in Spring Lake it was empty.  There is no parking in town at all.  You can park for fifteen minutes in the downtown.  So many, including me, park looking out at the ocean towards Belmar.  I always thought that was standing when you were in your car.  But, no there was not one car on the streets.  I am very proud of all of people following the guidelines.  But, the freebird part of me is getting a little worried.  Life as we know it, will never be the same.  And, lots of changes are in our future to keep us all safe and healthy.  But, it has come at a price.  Fear has overcome faith.  And, that is the scariest thought for me. New Jersey and New York City were hit the hardest, so coming out of this will be the slowest for us. Praying it will be all worth it.  And, thankful the loss wasn't as bad as it was projected.  Now, lets get out of phase one as soon as possible!

Quote of the day:  “Look at that sea, girls--all silver and shadow and vision of things not seen. We couldn't enjoy its loveliness any more if we had millions of dollars and ropes of diamonds.” 
― Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

Song of the day:  How Far I'll Go Moana

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