We slept 100 feet from the ocean in a tent and listened to the waves and raccoons all night. We then took a boat to the uninhabited Otter Island and spent a day without any fresh water or plumbing. This was a real adventure. Not the wussy kind. So thankful for my buggy, smelly, sandy, blistered, exhausting adventure! Thank you South Carolina for giving me spring in January!
*Photos were taken with both iPhone and DSLR and edited with Florabella and Addy Lane Actions. Thanks to Christy of Addy Lane for letting me sample her actions.
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Wow, fantastic set of photos!!
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Looks like a lot of fun was had, hope you guys had a blast! Love the third image down, the fog is just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWow! lovely set of photos clear too ;-)
ReplyDeleteHave a fantabulosa week ;-)
Love every single one. Sounds like an amazing weekend.
ReplyDeleteThe beach in early January - gotta love the South!
ReplyDeleteHappy WW!
~EdT.
While I'm glad my son moved closer to home, I miss getting to visit him in South Carolina.
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I do love Edisto, my family has a home there, so many fond memories from childhood! Happy WW
ReplyDeleteBeautiful set of pictures, Alicia! Looks like fun times and good memories for your family.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a nice place. I will have to suggest this to my daughter who is currently looking for a vacation spot. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS! Looks like such a wonderful time!
ReplyDeleteSweet! I love the one with your daughter looking through the shell. Adorable!
ReplyDeleteWow...awesome...incredible...I am simply blown away with this!! Hands down you do the greatest presentations and your shots are out of this world!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you all a very happy ww!!:-)
I love the fog and all those shells! It makes me miss vacations to Florida when I was a kid.
ReplyDeletelooks like you had an AMAZING time!!! (can i join your family? lol)
ReplyDeleteYou won't find ME complaining of photo overload - I think I want more!!!! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteEdisto is so beautiful! You captured it extremely well!
ReplyDeleteI saw some of your shots on IG. Looks like you guys had lots of fun! Beautiful shots!
ReplyDeleteI saw some of your shots on IG. Looks like you guys had a blast!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos as always.. and great actions too!! I'll have to check them out. I just love that first photo of your family together :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful time spent with your beautiful family! LOVE!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteI want to go there!! Love those pictures what an awesome adventure!
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of your photography. I think it's the third shot, I just love the way you capture that beach misty feeling, and the one with you on the tree, completely captures that feeling of relaxing on the beach. x Tamara Red Coat Studio
ReplyDeleteIsn't it great? Others are talking about winter doldrums. We've had a bit of spring in the middle of winter. I love SC (and Edisto).
ReplyDeleteYour photography is breath taking as always...wish I could go shell picking here (our beaches are lame)
ReplyDeleteSpring in January...oh it sounds as lovely as your pictures make it look. Even with the sand and the lack of easy to get to showers, you make it seem beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos you have taken part in they are wonderful. It is so cold here, its nice to see other places that are warm.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like such a great experience and your photos are amazing!
ReplyDeleteOh my, so many great pictures. You have captured some wonderful memories. Lovely
ReplyDeleteThey're all wonderful! I wouldn't have been able to narrow it down either!
ReplyDeleteLove all these photos! so beautiful, I miss summer :( I am surrounded by snow right now.
ReplyDeletebeautiful :-)
ReplyDeleteBreathtaking photos! It looks like an amazing place! x
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure! The trip and the photos are simply amazing! I love the sand dollar shot.
ReplyDeleteits been awhile since I been on your site and could kick myself. I just love your photos every week. They are just beautifully done and makes me my jaw drop every week.
ReplyDeleteLiving just minutes away from the beach, I know just what you mean about limiting photos you share....I, still to this day, take way too many photos of the daily adventures on the sandy walks. It's beautiful, isn't it?!! And your shell collection....gotta love that. - http://hootin--anni.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteWow. Stunning and evocative as always, Lysh.
ReplyDeleteI can almost smell the salt on the breeze.
Beautiful.
xx
Beautiful. What a huge expanse of clean beach! Wish Galveston was more like this! My fave shots are the ones with the trees. I have a thing about trees though. LOL.
ReplyDeleteThat is incredible! What precious family moments you're collecting.
ReplyDeleteI must confess... I will always be one of your biggest fans. Your pics are heaven to me. Your black and whites make my heart sigh.
ReplyDeleteThese are absolutely gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks so much Claudia. So happy that my work resonates with you.
ReplyDeleteI love trees as well. Being new to SC, I'm loving all of my new photo ops, but I'm learning that all beaches are uniquely different. Edisto is a more family friendly beach and rarely packed with crowds. It's great for shelling and meditating, especially in the winter. ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Simone! I'm so happy to hear it. That was my hope by sharing so many. I saw that you recently had a camping adventure at a beach as well... Are you recovered yet?
ReplyDeleteThat's a huge compliment. Thanks so much! Stop back any time!
ReplyDeleteThat isn't even all of them, lol! Those were the ones I was allowed to photograph. My daughter actually got a slew as well including a small black one (not photographed here).
ReplyDeleteIt really is, Charlotte!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Corsage. I'm always my worst critic, but I do love that we have so many photos to remember our adventure.
ReplyDeleteThat's the goal. ;) Just wish the fam was more accepting of the camera sometimes. haha
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Appreciate the visit!
ReplyDeleteI do remember what it was like to long for a little hint of spring, but try to enjoy the white stuff. Although cold, it really is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThanks. It's sometimes tough to balance playing and documenting, so this time around I actually relied on my iphone more.
ReplyDeleteThank you. It was a blast. So sad our adventure had to end...
ReplyDeleteWe had a crazy warm weekend. Hit some record highs, but it's supposed to dip in the 50s (and maybe even 40s) next week.
ReplyDeleteIt was a real adventure with breathtaking beauty. Just what I needed.
ReplyDeleteIf you ever make your way to SC, Edisto is really great for shelling. ;)
ReplyDeleteHon, it's amazing! There are no words. I'm loving every single minute of it!
ReplyDeleteEdisto, SC- but if you want to camp in the summer you better book early. haha
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! It was a beautiful weekend! Great memories! So glad my 11 and 13 yr old still enjoy treasure hunting. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Tabitha! Not always easy getting family shots, but so worth the effort! You should definitely check out the actions. Really loving Addy Lane's.
ReplyDeleteYes, I've tried to share some on IG here and there, but internet was patchy while we were there. ;) It was definitely a blast!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Amanda! One of my fav beaches!
ReplyDeleteHaha. Thanks so much Paula! I was afraid to put too many, but I think they all tell a great story! ;)
ReplyDeletelol. Sure, come on down! ;)
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shots! Even though I live in SC, Edisto isn't a beach I go to very often. After seeing your pics, now I want to go. :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have you link up over at Tales of a Pee Dee Mama.
what beautiful pictures! Love the shells, we have never had any luck finding any!!!!!Broxton would be IN LOVE there....
ReplyDeletewould love to have you over to visit:http://www.jumpin-beans.blogspot.com/2013/01/wait-cotton-pickin-minute.html
Beautiful photos! Wonderful family vacation memories.
ReplyDeleteHow positively wonderful. I love trips like that where you just have QUALITY family time creating amazing memories.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a really wonderful trip, I am looking at these photos when it is snowing outside in the UK!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos, and look at all those sand dollars!!!
ReplyDeleteA great adventure! Lovely pictures. Thanks for hosting.
ReplyDeleteNo apologizes necessary! They are all Beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteWow. Just wow. I want to be there. Now. You have this gift of making the places you visit seem so.....perfect. and real. here and now.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos and how wonderful to be at the beach in January, it's going down to minus 15 tonight where I live :( I'm very jealous!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome time!
ReplyDeleteWow these are stunning shots. Absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAs always, your photography amazes me.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a wonderful family vacation! Reminds me of the beach in Costa rica, where my brother Winters.Thanks for hosting the linky! :-)
ReplyDeleteKathy at Oak Lawn Images
Stunning photography! I'm visiting from Wordless Wednesday. Thank you! Lori
ReplyDeleteWhat fantastic photos! A beach adventure in January, I love it! And you are certainly not a wuss. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat absolutely gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteI love every single one of your photos! It looks so beautiful and peaceful out there on the beach. What a lovely time with your family!! What great memories you will all have.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing day! I love the pictures so much. The adeventure looked like my type of time!
ReplyDeleteYou got lucky! I went to SC in January 2 years ago and it was definitely winter :)
ReplyDeleteFor sure Lucy! We actually went to Edisto last March for spring break and it was colder than this last weekend. I think we hit some record temps. No complaints here. :) Supposed to be in the 50s tomorrow. Haha.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm not really a camping kinda gal, but I did have a fabulous time!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Tish! It was beautiful beyond words. Just what I needed! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Ellen! Appreciate the kind words.
ReplyDeleteHaha! Thanks. When the condensation was dripping on me I got a little whiny. ;) But overall, I'd do it again in a heartbeat!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Appreciate the visit! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! It was a wonderful getaway indeed!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks so much Jen! You're too kind.
ReplyDeleteThanks Crystal. Nature is definitely where I'm most comfortable shooting. ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kristy! It really was! :)
ReplyDeleteIf it makes you feel better we're gonna be in the 50s tomorrow. Haha. I'll send some warm thoughts your way... Stay warm!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! Really appreciate your sweet words. The weekend was not without obstacles, but it was such a rejuvenating experience.
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks Patricia!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteThat's not even half of them, haha! I'm still trying to talk the kids into letting me clean them. ;)
ReplyDeleteCrazy how we can have such different weather at the exact same time, ha. I'll send some warm thoughts your way. Enjoy the white stuff!
ReplyDeleteThat's a perfect description, Gina! It was quality time for sure. So thankful we could get away when it was such beautiful weather.
ReplyDeleteThanks. We'll treasure this weekend for some time!
ReplyDeleteWell, come visit! We've yet to hit a beach here and not bring back treasures. ;)
ReplyDeleteThis is our second time to Edisto. We've been to tons of beaches and this is definitely at the top of our list.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Karen!
ReplyDeleteThanks Corsage. Appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteThanks James! Fog is by far one of my favorite subjects. :)
ReplyDeleteCome visit! :) It was a fantastic weekend for sure.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Tammi!
ReplyDeleteThanks David! Fog is and will always be a favorite subject.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! You too Steve!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah! It was indeed. Looking forward to our next spontaneous adventure.
ReplyDeleteI am definitely loving it Ed! ;)
ReplyDeleteSo thankful for our opportunities and adventures in our new state, but I'm learning every state has it's perks. Hopefully you can find a few in your son's new place.
ReplyDeleteThanks Robyn! So thankful for the memories we made together.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a fav on our list! :) I'm sure she'd love it!
ReplyDeleteIt really was Jenni! Thanks so much for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicole. Occasionally they cooperate with the camera. ;)
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm blown away by your kind words. You just made my day. :) Happy WW to you too.
ReplyDeleteWe certainly had plenty of fog and shells. Both fun photo ops.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous beach shots! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHaha. It's a hazard of living near such beauty. ;) But yes, loving all of it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for looking Theresa!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the trip to the beach! I wouldn't have been able to narrow it down either. SO many wonderful shots!
ReplyDeleteWhat dreamy photos. And I just love the ones of the fallen tree. It almost looks like you staged it ;-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Wordless Wednesday Bloggers!
www.wordlesswednesdaybloggers.blogspot.com. Looking forward to seeing what you
post next week.
Not an overload! Was hoping to see more!
ReplyDeleteIt's so beautiful there. So let me ask you a weather question for our trip planning this year. If we come down mid May, will the water be warm enough to swim?
ReplyDeleteWow! Those photos are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThis is the reason why I take my camera with me wherever I go. Hoping to get this good. Fantastic.
ReplyDeleteWow! Such exquisite shots. When I first saw your banner even before I scrolled down to the rest of the post, I knew I was in for a treat. I was right. Great "meeting" you here through Wordful Wednesday.
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