Serenity Now by ellene

Serenity Now

I went for a nice walk after work. In the old days, this place was a favorite birding spot. Since I didn't know I'd be there, I didn't come prepared with my camera, so instead of bird watching, I went bird listening! I finally got that Merlin app to work, and I'm very impressed! I know the birds in this area like the back of my hand, so I could confirm it's labels as accurate - it was very exciting for me! It could even detect bird sounds quite far away! I hope to go birding after work one of these days. I just seem to always drive home for more work, but all work and no birding...well, you know...
Absolutely gorgeous scene, lovely composition
September 19th, 2023  
Lovely
September 19th, 2023  
This is a spectacular view Ellen! I have the Merlin app but haven't taken time to get acquainted with it. You have inspired me to actually use it!! :)
September 19th, 2023  
gorgeous composition
September 19th, 2023  
Gorgeous view! I know approximately where you are, but I'm not familiar with this part of the coastline!
September 30th, 2023  
@Weezilou - This is at the Point Vicente Lighthouse in Rancho Palos Verdes. There is a great Interpretive Center there, as well as the Vicente Bluffs Reserve where I see some great birdies, including the California gnatcatcher. People often whale watch from the interpretive center, and you can check out their stats on their easel displays.
October 1st, 2023  
There used to be a Marineland out here 45-50 years ago...well, it was in Ranchos Palos Verdes! Thanks for the information... From here, it would take some planning to go for an afternoon, but it sounds as though it might be worth it!
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou Totally worth it! I used to visit the Marineland ruins until they finally cleaned them up.
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou When you go, make a stop at the Wayfarer's Chapel (architect: Lloyd Wright, son of Frank Lloyd Wright)
October 2nd, 2023  
@ellene Is that possibly the church you posted years ago that started our conversations?!!!
October 2nd, 2023  
I have photographed it several times - and probably did during my first year (2010-2011), but I believe the church that started our conversations was the one with the unique crucifix (title of the photo was "making time for Jesus") :)
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou --- This is a close-up of the crucifix: https://365project.org/ellene/365/2023-01-27
The church is Resurrection Lutheran on Palos Verdes Blvd. in Redondo Beach.
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou -- oops - forgot to tag you in my first response: I have photographed it several times - and probably did during my first year (2010-2011), but I believe the church that started our conversations was the one with the unique crucifix (title of the photo was "making time for Jesus") :)
October 2nd, 2023  
@ellene That's it! I loved that! Pretty incredible, isn't it, how some of our images bring lasting memories! The rest is our history : )
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou And the rest is history alright! So glad to still be in touch. ❤
October 2nd, 2023  
@Weezilou - found my shot of Wayfarer's Chapel from my first year on 365. I think my photography and editing have improved since then, but I still love the shot. They later chopped off that branch in the circle window. I always loved how it looked. I'll have to check back, as I haven't photographed it since 2016 it seems! https://photos.app.goo.gl/336HBX1UZrjSEGc9A
October 2nd, 2023  
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