I can hear you now. Laura has really lost it and has a serious case of "rocks-on-the brain" syndrome. Si? But to be quite honest I have always had a fascination with large rocks and boulders and can't seem to pass by without snapping a photo.
It would appear from the photos in this album that I am not the only one. The local birds love hanging out on boulders when not out hunting for fish and the "love birds" of the human species seem to find our local boulders magnificent for photo shoots and wedding venues. Whatever the reason, I hope you enjoy these photos just for the fun of it.
Los Arcos National Park in the Bay of Banderas is the most obvious and famous of our boulders with arches and islets that did not exist several thousand years ago. They were just hills that were part of the mountainous coastal range we have today. With the passage of time the sea wore down these hills and mountains that included a solid granite core. Erosion gradually exposed these granite headlands in the shape of rocks or islands which are separated from the mainland as we see them today.
Sunsets over Los Arcos can be absolutely stunning and this photo has become one of my very favorites which I have used a number of times on my blog posting announcements. Doesn't look real does it?
This photo of a stunning "mermaid" with a pelican statue was taken on our boulders and I believe she captures the absolute magic and beauty of our location.
This gorgeous white heron was taking a break on the boulders and I caught him at rest in 2014 according to the date on the photo.
A flashback photo memory taken years and years ago on the boulders before we knew what damage the sun could do to our skin.
One of my favorite photos of a pregnant bride on the boulders who was posing for a wedding shot.
My husband who hates his photo being taken as you can ascertain by his pseudo happy smile in front of one of our massive boulders. Gracias mucho, mi guapo!
A well known pelican sculpture taken on the jetty of boulders with real life pelicans just hanging out nearby. I wonder what they make of this!
A brown pelican soaking up the rays on the jetty built of massive boulders.
A great white heron who I imagine thought if these boulders were good enough for pelicans why not try them out for himself.
A lovely romantic venue to watch the setting sun.
A lone brown pelican chilling out before heading home to his mate and brood with his fish catch of the day.
A beautiful lady having her photo taken on the boulders. Don't you love the dress!
Fishing from the jetty of boulders is a great escape and appropriate "social distancing."
Latin ladies certainly love huge gowns and what better venue than the boulders for a photo memory.
And boys will be boys wanting to jump from the boulders.
Bonding time for families on the boulders.
I think rock "art" displayed on boulders is unique and great.
This photo was taken in the late 1990's and evidently I was into boulders back then!
Black ravens (aka Cuervos in Spanish) like taking a bath in our large boulder "waterfall."
Cleaning up the "grotto" and its large boulder is a big annual undertaking which I find fascinating to watch.
Stumpy, our resident male garrobo, likes sunbathing on the boulders. And now his younger "sister" Stella is joining him as seen below.
Pretty Stella joining her "brother" Stumpy and sunbathing on the boulders. For more on these fascinating reptiles click on this link:
My latest boulder "find" while walking the beach I call the "Old Man." Don't you love his profile?
Snorkeling in the boulders is always a special day and I feel relaxed and free from the concerns of the world.
One last boulder photo just taken a couple of days. What do you "see" in this boulder? Please reply on blog comments or send me an email.
This post gives more meaning to "I'll take my margarita on the rocks." The answer to your rorschach quiz is that this newest boulder shows an Incan or Mayan with a headress pointing forwards and the individual is sticking out a tongue below the person's nariz. Perhaps ready to sample his or her margarita? Bueno Guillermo, sobresaliente! Saludos a Laura and her friendly boulders.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely one of the most thought-provoking comments. I will have to drink a maggie on the rocks to you and your mujer!
DeleteHello Laura
ReplyDelete"Rock on out" -- just love the unique theme and the terrific way you displayed it. Very enjoyable. Again thanks for such wonderful newsletters.
It's always wonderful to hear from you. Are you still "Down-Under"? Sending my thanks and appreciation.
DeleteI too love rocks of any kind. Great job. I am still thinking about the last photo....what do I see?
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Let me know when you have an idea to share! Gracias, Laura
DeleteNice, Laura! I like rocks, too, but the smaller variety! Your last photo looks like the head of a napping puppy dog! Hope all is well.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you "Unknown." I hope all is well with you also.
DeleteHi Laura, enjoyed the boulder blog!
ReplyDeleteBeverlee and I are doing OK.
Hope you and Hubby are also.
See you the end if adecenber.
Muchas gracias, amigos! We are well and I look forward to seeing you this winter. Take care, Laura
ReplyDeleteI miss those boulders but hope to see later this year. The last boulder shot is the fossil of stumpy's great, great 'big' uncle. :0)
ReplyDeleteLove your comment,Peggy. Definitely one of the most original responses. Be well and looking forward to your arrival.
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