High summer on the Isles of Scilly


High summer on the Isles of Scilly is all about a state of being rather than doing. Keep it simple and you can't go far wrong. We often sneak in a post-work beer on these beautiful days when the sun is still high in the sky at five in the evening. We hopped aboard our boat and went a-looking for a corner of beach to call our own for an hour or two. But honestly, everyone seemed to have the same idea as us. We opted instead to pull up onto a sand bar revealed by the low tide.





A cold beer for Steve and a cool swim for me is all that we ask on a day like this.


I love this central trail of white shells along this beach. Mother nature at work here.


These footprints remind me of hieroglyphics.



Bridgette Jones would be envious of these legs that go all the way up to here.



The tide had turned and Steve said he wanted to sit in the dinghy until we were washed away. But first, I wanted to see how quickly the tide would maroon me. The following shots were virtually only seconds apart. I could hardly believe how quickly the tide flooded in.








For a millisecond I had my very own tiny of tiniest islands!


And this was us, floating off on the tide.


Soon this entire sandbank would belong to the sea again. We and the seagulls were evicted from our temporary tenancy, the rattling of shells the next incomers on the tide, adding to nature's decoration.



The sun sinks behind Bryher as we tootle gently home. Time for Steve to run the dog while I rustle up some dinner. Summer is my favourite time.

                                                                                         Anna x

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  1. Just looking at your post pics is soothing to me, Anna! So calm and serene. I love being near the water (and yet I rarely go to the beach!). This reminds me that I should try to take the time to do this sort of thing more.

    I like the "time lapse" of the tide coming in - it's so fast!

    Happy summer to you, my dear!

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    1. It's over two weeks since I posted this and already the summer seems to be slipping away, Sheila. I know you live on an island too, but when you're a working woman it's difficult to make time for these things. I hope you're enjoying your summer too x

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  2. What a glorious place to be in summertime! I live near mountains, in upstate New York, but next week I'll be enjoying the Atlantic along the coast of Maine. The sea sings its siren song: who can resist?

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    1. I do hope you had a wonderful time on the coast Diane. You're so right about the call of he sea - I certainly can't resist it!

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  3. Oh how beautiful! You are so blessed to live there.

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  4. I feel utterly relaxed and refreshed by just looking at hour photos! You are so, so lucky to live where you do. Love the photo sequence of the tide coming in, leaving you marooned on your tiny island! xxx

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    1. Ann, I promise you that I don't take this for granted at all, not ever! It's the most amazing place to live and offers a sense of freedom that keeps me sane in the busiest of times x

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  5. Yikes!!! I didn't expect to see you trapped, alone, on a desert island!!! How did you EVER free yourself???
    Ah! Of course! You swam!!! :-):-):-)
    Beautiful photos! Love the various footprints!
    Your home is a treasure Anna!!

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    1. My home is indeed a treasure Judy. I love to share these idyllic shots as I realise not everyone has the same opportunities as I do to escape into the big outdoors like this.

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  6. Lucky you living on such a beautiful island
    Regards - Jill stylishatsixty
    www.stylishatsixty.wordpress.com

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  7. Oh that is so glorious!!! I loved seeing the sandbar reduce in size!

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    1. The speed of the tide is alarming to be honest. You can understand how people can get into difficulty if they don't understand about flooding tides. For us it was merely a bit of fun as we had our little dingy nearby x

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  8. It looks like a fantastic destination, I think I should visit one day. x Jacqui Mummabstylish

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  9. Love this refreshing and relaxing post, the good vibes and lovely views, I can feel the seaside breeze!!
    thanks for sharing!
    besos

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    1. Thanks for that Monica. It's great to share these little escapades x

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