December on the Beach

Jupiter Island Beach
Jupiter Island, FL
December 19, 2024

 Last evening, Chris and I headed off to the beach to enjoy Happy Hour. 

I know it sounds crazy, but the temperature was reportedly in the upper 70s. What we did not consider was the cool wind coming off the ocean. It made it feel much cooler--but still comfortable. 

And the Shadows Grew Long
Jupiter Island, FL
December 19, 2024

As you might suspect, we had the beach pretty much to ourselves and took advantage of the relative solitude to enjoy chatting and listening to the waves crash on the beach. The ocean was as calm as it has been in a week. The sun was setting and the shadows grew long and although we chose a spot in the sun, we were shaded by the dunes a short tile later.

We enjoyed the beach and the setting sun for about an hour and then retreated to the relative warmth of our home. 

I cannot think of a better ending to a December afternoon. 

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL