Becca and I went to the ocean yesterday. There’s always something to be said for a quick visit to the beach, but last night was a special treat, my first in a long time. She came out from the city to see me through my first radiation treatment, which was on Friday (I would recommend my niece Rebecca to anyone who needs a calm companion in an unfamiliar situation, only I’ve got first dibs).
The air had cooled a bit, but it had that salty, misty haze that lingers after a hot day and sticks to glasses and camera lenses and skin. We stood there for a long time, letting our feet sink deeper and deeper into the sand with each wave, or sometimes walking up and down the beach. That dizzy, unbalanced moment — when you are planted safely while the whole ocean recedes around you — feels a lot like living life.
Not Plain Jane 
Oh how glad I am you have a Becca in your life and that you got to see your beloved ocean at last. I am sending you more of those sweet peaceful waves for a smooth passage through radiation and a swift recovery.
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Becca sounds like wonderful companion. Gorgeous photo! What a wonderful way to spend an evening.
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Oh how wonderful it is to see Rebecca with you. I have been thinking about you so much since reading your blog about a month ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I would so enjoy knowing what Rebecca is doing now. Tell her the McLean County Museum of History sends their well wishes.
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A trip to the ocean seems like it would be so soothing. Becca sounds like the perfect, calming companion for your first radiation treatment.
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Such a stunning photo.The ocean seems a perfect spot to go for a bit of healing.I am glad that you have a solid rock to hold onto through this tumultuous time.((hugs))
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Beautifully written! I know that feeling of dizziness as the ocean pulls back …Keep your feet firmly planted Jane!
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I’m glad you have good friends there with you right now.
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Beautiful ocean and great companion, does it get any better than that? Stay on the road to recovery.
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I agree.Beautiful picture, insightful and spiritual words.
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Jane:I’m glad you found some time this weekend to get to the beautiful ocean, especially after facing a tough day on Friday. Sending out thoughts of health and lovingkindness your way.
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The ocean is such a grounding force – I’m glad you have it, and Becca, nearby.
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What a beautiful post! And what an amazing photograph – the sky is mirroring the water exactly, or is it the water mirroring the sky?It sounds so healing. Very glad you’re so close to the big water. love to you,
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The beach looks serene and peaceful. Sending healing thoughts your way.
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That photo is so soothing I keep coming back to look at it again. I am still sending you good wishes on your journey .
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Lovely, lovely photo. The colors are calming and soothing. The way the water meets the sky.The ocean is a wonderful healing place. Visit it as often as you can. Hugs to you.
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What a good way to recover from a treatment.
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