Travel Obscura

Holiday Lights at the Beach1 min read time

“This is the season when people of all faiths and cultures are pushing back against the planetary darkness. We string bulbs, light bonfires, and light candles.  And we sing.”

-Anita Diamant

While teaching in the elementary school classroom, this time of year was a joyous time learning how different cultures celebrate holidays.  We spent a week making passports and “traveling” around the world (to other first-grade classrooms) to learn about the traditions of holiday celebrations around the world.  While many customs were different from group to group, lights were present in many of the holiday traditions.

During the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, I was incredibly thankful for the opportunity to take a few days away from home to spend time at the beach with Randy and Maui.  Our great friend, Diane, my brother, Paul, and sister-in-law, Janet, made this getaway possible.

While at the beach, I paid particular attention to the light.

We did seek out “traditional” holiday lights one evening at Brookgreen Gardens.  They have a magnificent display of lights in the evenings at the Night of a Thousand Candles event.

 

Garden Lights

Garden Lights

Although these lights were brilliant and breathtaking, it was the natural light that one can encounter on any day that took my breath away while at the beach.

Good Morning

Good Morning

I was sure to never miss a sunrise while at the beach.  Greeting the mornings, while most of the world is still sleeping, is one of my favorite things to do.

Early Risers

Early Risers

 

Patterns in the Sand

Patterns in the Sand

 

Shimmer

Shimmer

 

Morning Swim

Morning Swim

 

Taking Flight

Taking Flight

 

Morning Observer

Morning Observer

 

Lights in My Life

Lights in My Life

While I will enjoy the lights that are present during the holiday season this year, I will continue to appreciate the light that is present in each new day.

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Mary Presson Roberts

Mary is an award winning photographer. Her photography, blog, and events can be found at TheMaryPhotographer.com.

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