Spring has sprung, and one of its many joys has been the opportunity to revisit one of our very favourite places in the world ... our Magic Beach (the girls named it for Alison Lester's wonderful book, which I would highly recommend to anyone unfamiliar).
A quiet, deserted bay beach a little out from Melbourne, our magic beach is about 20 minutes drive from where we live, the latter part of which is through farmlets and market gardens and open fields.
I've never been sure why this beach doesn't attract much traffic. It's usually calm, shallow a long way out, possessed of a grassy field ideal for picnics, has white shelly sand perfect for building sandcastles with, and is a stone's throw from a bijoux marina where tiny sailing boats bob at anchor.
It has darting silver fish, interesting seaweed, is clean and safe, and is far from the madding crowd. Whenever we go, we see a few locals walking dogs, perhaps one or two children and parents out for a play, and that's all, ever, no matter what time or day.
I don't doubt that at some point, the world will catch up with our Magic Beach. No doubt it'll become popular, busy, and trendy.
For now, though, it's one of our treasures, home to many a treasured experience, and we love it dearly.
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What darling girls you have. This looks so refreshing and fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely little spot! Wish we had such a beautiful beach so close to home!
ReplyDeleteCan I come next time! I just want to be there with you!
ReplyDeleteNow I REALLY want to know where that beach is! Sounds perfect :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely find - a magic beach! I would love to have one of these nearby!
ReplyDeleteMy two mermaids are happiest when at the beach - no toys needed, just what nature provides. I wondered if you might some and join our Play Academy on Fridays - I'd love to swap ideas with you. Cathy :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like it was a great tme at the beach. What sweet photos of your girls. We love beach time too. We live by the Gulf of Mexico, so we go there pretty regularly. Enjoy your Spring! We are just heading into fall, although here in South Florida, you can't really tell too much, as it just cools off slightly.
ReplyDeleteHave a good one,
Colleen
Oh that looks so lovely :) We have a magic beach outside Melbourne too, whenever we go to visit it is practically deserted. It even has two playgrounds, toilet block and BBQ facilities. Baffles me why there are never people there.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic spot. We too have been taking advantage of the Spring sunshine with visits to the beach. Your photos are beautiful.
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