The beaches near my parents’ home are not sandy. You would never throw down a towel and do some sun-bathing on them. Although, I did swim there growing up. Barnacles, jellyfish, crabs, and all.
I took my kids down the boat launch to do some exploring and see what they could find.

This little guy as my favorite. I love that he’s green.

My kids are so much braver than me. I have no desire to pick up little crabs. They’re neat to watch though.
I really miss the madrone trees. Isn’t it interesting the way that the bark peels off of them? I would sit and peel the trees when I was a kid. Weird, I know. They are so nice and smooth underneath though.
Look at all of the barnacles on the beach. You definitely need long jeans and close-toed shoes.













