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Saturday, 20 July 2019

Saturday Sunshine - Paradise




Hello m'hearties!
It's summer in the northern hemisphere but whether you're north or south of the equator, what better way is there than to spend a few minutes in paradise.  My paradise.  Herm.

And few words are necessary on the subject, paradise being abstract, personal and relative.  But here is my own little piece of paradise, in pictures, taken during a recent sunny day trip to my beloved neighbouring island, just a short boat trip away from where I live.


Herm


Shell beach.  My ultimate destination.


 My starting point.  St Peter Port, Guernsey's only town.


The ferry ride is no more than 15 minutes.


We're soon passing neighbouring Jethou, heading for Herm waters.





Heading into port.


Landed and ready to explore this little gem.



But first, coffee.


And then a hike around this beautiful island.




Belvoir bay from the cliff path.


Resilient plants grow in the rock face.


Shell beach from afar.



Belvoir bay.




The harbour at low tide.

There's always time for a mooch around the gift shops on the way back to the boat.


The cheerful beach bags were tempting.


Guernsey can be seen in the distance.


 Jethou.

           

                 




I always leave the island uplifted.  



I hope you enjoyed your trip with me.
To Paradise and back in a day.



A la perchoine,
          Mary x.          
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20 comments:

  1. Mica21 July 2019 at 06:34

    It looks like such a beautiful Island to visit, how nice to spend a stunning summer day there! :)

    Hope that you are having a great weekend :)


    Away From Blue

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:14

      Mica, going there is like holiday in a bag, it's like having a quick fix of holiday without all the faff of packing, travel, yummy upsets etc!I
      Hugs my sweet, happy weekend ahead, x.

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  2. JayCee21 July 2019 at 10:14

    Such a beautiful place. It could almost be in the Pacific or other exotic location. It looks very quiet there. No people!

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    1. JayCee21 July 2019 at 17:40

      Oh, I forgot to say thank you for crab sundae recipe. I tried it out on friends last night and it went down a treat. Although I did substitute the mayo with fat-free fromage frais. Same consistency but better for my cholesterol!

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    2. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:16

      Aww thanks J, it truly is like being transported half way across the world in just 15 minutes!I
      Hugs my lovely, x.

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    3. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:19

      Oh and so pleased to hear that your crab sundae was successful. Love your healthy twist to it. One of my cousins in the IoM is a bit of a crab connoisseur so I'll suggest she tries it too!
      Hugs sweetie, x.

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  3. Jill stylishatsixty21 July 2019 at 10:15

    I remember hearing about Cliff Richards enjoying Herm as one of his 'spiritual places'. Such a special and beautiful small island. Thank you for sharing. Regards - Jill stylishatsixty

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:21

      Oh you're so right Jill and what a memory you have because Cliff was indeed a Hermie BITD, maybe he still goes there.
      Thought you'd enjoy the pics, more Guernsey pics coming up soon.
      Hugs my lovely, x.
      Hugs

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  4. Kellyann Rohr21 July 2019 at 14:22

    Your photos are absolutely captivating! Your love of Guernsey is contagious - I really want to visit your precious island one day.
    Hugs!!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:24

      Thank you so much. I'm glad I'm gradually hooking you in, but what a shame you won't be popping in this summer to check it out for yourself, 😢.
      Hugs my sizzlin' sista, x.

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  5. christy22 July 2019 at 00:12

    Such a beautiful place and how lovely that it's such a short ferry ride away. If it was me I would be visiting often.

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:27

      Thanks Christy, it is indeed a beauty. And yes the convenience of paradise on my doorstep is tempting but I try not to O.D. to keep it feeling special!
      Hugs my lovely, x.

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  6. La Duchesse22 July 2019 at 11:00

    Oh, Herm the beautiful!!!

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:28

      Herm is missing you this summer Dutchie and sends you it's hugs, as do I! X.

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  7. Susan Hinesley22 July 2019 at 13:16

    Thanks for the journey. I enjoyed the hike and the coffee. ;-) What a beautiful place on a beautiful day.

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:29

      Thank you Susan, so nice to hear that from someone so well-travelled as you!
      Hugs my sweet, x.

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  8. Vronni's Style Meanderings22 July 2019 at 18:00

    Herm looks stunning! How fab you can get there in 15 minutes on the ferry!

    I also love the name Jethou - beautiful.
    xxxx

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:32

      Oh stunning it is, but I'm glad I went a few weeks ago, the heat over there right now would be just too much for me.
      We pronounce it Jet-oo, and I've never set foot on it but would love to, it's a private island.I
      Hugs my lovely, x.

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  9. Vanity And Me22 July 2019 at 22:44

    It all looks really beautiful. It looks like an island in the pacific! The water looks so blue! xx

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    1. thepoutingpensioner24 July 2019 at 22:37

      No filters used in the pics, Laurie, and the water is even more clear jade and turquoise IRL. Others too have commented here that it could be in the Pacific, how nice to know you don't have to travel half way round the world for paradise - I know you're not keen on too much travel so what could be easier than Herm?!!
      Hugs sweetie, x.

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