The Call Of The Ocean...........

 The call of the ocean summoned me to it's shores yesterday morning, along with a family of Aborigines, which is a rare sight indeed.

Watching the children laughing and frolicking with delight in the shallow water made me linger awhile, just watching the innocence of play.

 Continuing further along the beach I was somewhat surprised that given the heat of the morning it was still deserted.

Although, given the main Perth beaches have been closed recently with a succession of shark sightings, perhaps it was wise, Jindalee Beach is not patrolled, therefore swimming here is considerably risky, the currents are very strong and, sharp rocks cover the sea bed.

 Gazing back momentarily though I noticed that suddenly the beach was filling up, the early morning heat luring them all beach side to cool down as the temperature rises.

 The sea was uninviting for me however, there seemed to be an ominous presence lingering, perhaps it was nothing more than the unsettled stormy weather, nonetheless I was content to stroll along the sandy shore.

 This seemingly endless stretch of beach changes each and every time I come down here, each day offers a different view.

Suddenly though, my path came to an abrupt end, the incoming tide cutting me off from walking further north, this part of the beach I find the most intriguing, yet it is only possible to gain access when the tide is low, and the sea calm.

Heading back I stopped for awhile, standing silently observing the vastness of this mighty ocean, respectfully aware of the mighty and deadly force she is. 

Contemplating the risk one takes whenever swimming in the waters of the Western Australian coast, for as alluring as these sparkling waters are, they also harbour many deadly residents, Stonefish, Great White Sharks, Stingrays, and Jellyfish to name but a few, all call this watery playground home, which is why I will only swim on certain days.

I do get quite disillusioned however when the local authorities wish to cull the sharks so that the humans may swim, it saddens me to think that some many people still view the lives of others as disposable, after all it is not us who have gills!

 Gazing over to the sand dunes looming to my left I realised that I am often tempted to go up and explore their as yet, untainted beauty, however, again, these hills are teeming with many venomous and deadly snakes, and, given that I amble alone I resist the temptation to explore.

 Perhaps in the cooler months I may take the opportunity to view my coastal playground from another vantage point, for now though I am content to wade along this splendid coastline watching the world passing by.

 A group of young surfers were having a wonderful time, the waves had begun to increase not only in intensity, but in height also, giving them hours of surfing pleasure.

 Back to where I set off, the indigenous family were still enjoying this wonderful watery playground, seeing them here enjoying themselves was really refreshing, as it truly is such a rare sight.

 Taking the pathway back to my car I did so with a light and happy heart, simple pleasures fill me with such elation, taking this feeling with me I walked into the blankness of the waiting day................