Surf was up the other day in Pacific Grove. I love it when the waves are bigger. Ahhh the mist, the smell of the ocean…I love it! The tourists love it too, but a bit too much as you see from the second picture here where two people were daring the waves. Unfortunately, every year many people meet their demise from doing just what they were doing. (Please click for better quality…I’ve noticed a degradation in quality on the smaller images lately.)
When this wave crashed on the rocks, they were a little worried but still held their fists up in the air as if they’d conquered the world. The next wave that came crashed on side of the rock and got them wet. I couldn’t see them for a minute but then I saw them hurrying down to safety.
You can’t fool with Mother Nature!
Laura Macky Photography 
January 30, 2015 at 2:02 am
I am constantly amazed by human stupidity. 🙂 But the waves are stunning!
January 30, 2015 at 7:45 am
Me too….and thank you! 🙂
January 30, 2015 at 2:18 am
We have a few sayings here about the sea, along the lines that it needs to be respected…
January 30, 2015 at 7:45 am
Yes definitely it needs respecting. Otherwise…..!
January 30, 2015 at 2:27 am
Thank God that’s not you out on those rocks.. Good way to die..
January 30, 2015 at 7:45 am
No way I could climb those rocks anymore so yes thank goodness!
January 30, 2015 at 2:34 am
I can just about smell the sea, and feel the ocean spray on my face. Wonderful photos, love the sea…
January 30, 2015 at 3:19 am
Been there, done that. 🙂 Loving the ocean pic’s.
January 30, 2015 at 7:46 am
LOL…the truth comes out! And thanks for loving the pics. 😀
January 30, 2015 at 3:31 am
The power of the sea is often underestimated. … it can hurt or kill… silly people
January 30, 2015 at 7:47 am
It is indeed so powerful. I tried calling to these guys but the waves were loud and I was too far away.
January 30, 2015 at 4:08 am
Yes, too close to the edge for me…I’ll opt for a longer lens and call it a draw with nature.
January 30, 2015 at 7:47 am
Same here!
January 30, 2015 at 4:12 am
Beautiful shots Laura. When I see people doing that I am always amazed how many there are in the world without any common sense. Thank you for sharing and the reminder. -Max-
January 30, 2015 at 7:48 am
It is truly amazing isn’t it? Thanks Max.
January 30, 2015 at 4:32 am
My sister and I used to body surf while I was in law school. We’d jokingly jeer at the smaller waves, and then say “just kidding!” when we took in the smallness of us compared to the vastness of it.
January 30, 2015 at 7:48 am
Good for you for saying that! lol
January 30, 2015 at 5:39 am
Stunning captures of the wave!
January 30, 2015 at 7:51 am
Thanks so much Amy! I love the ocean.
January 30, 2015 at 6:50 am
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January 30, 2015 at 7:22 am
How does your instincts not kick in, knees feel week, the power of that water is undeniable and so dangerous! People are nuts, I guess that is part of natural selection 🙂
Beautiful waves, Laura. That blue is deep and refreshing.
January 30, 2015 at 7:52 am
IKR? Crazy! I’m glad you like the waves and the blue. I always think of that deep blue when I think of Pacific Grove.
January 30, 2015 at 8:02 am
People, especially the young, think they are more powerful then Mother Nature. How foolish. Fantastic images, Laura! When I lived in Florida, I used to go down to the beach in a storm to sit on a huge rock (away from the waters) just to watch the show of waves and lightening and thunder and rain. Probably not the most intelligent thing I’ve done, yet the pull of the incredible Power of Nature in storms, I really needed somehow. I’ll never forget those moments …. And your images reminded me. (smile) Love, Amy
January 30, 2015 at 8:04 am
What a wonderful moment to remember! I love storms, although i can’t seem to remember them because we haven’t had many 😦 I love doing the same thing though….watching the power of mother nature. Oh as long as its not an earthquake. Eesh!
January 30, 2015 at 8:19 am
Earthquakes is where I draw the line, thank you. LOL There is something about the Power of storms that really draws me. They still do to this day.
January 30, 2015 at 8:22 am
I hope we get a storm soon 😦
January 30, 2015 at 8:46 am
You are too funny! That windy day wasn’t enough for you? LOL
January 30, 2015 at 9:05 am
hehe
January 30, 2015 at 9:21 am
You’re definitely right about the loss of quality in the smaller images, but at full full size, both of your shots are breathtaking and I left my opinion of the two youngsters under the appropriate shot. 😦
January 30, 2015 at 9:25 am
I’m glad I”m not the only one who sees the degradation of these smaller posts. Strange that I just noticed it. I’m glad you took the time to click on full version. Thank you!
January 30, 2015 at 9:37 am
I almost always do with your shots, because I love the detail in your work. As for the degradation in the small images, I first noticed it in my own galleries, and that got me started using the larger images when looking at other peoples pictures, which confirmed that it’s the same across the board. Kind of a shame really, since it probably stops a lot of people from deciding to click in the first place.
January 30, 2015 at 2:41 pm
It is definitely time to start thinking about the weekend.
January 30, 2015 at 5:06 pm
Yup!
January 30, 2015 at 6:52 pm
love it..tq
January 30, 2015 at 7:39 pm
Thank you 🙂
January 30, 2015 at 9:57 pm
A cautionary tale to accompany your great shots, Laura. It’s amazing the chances people take!
January 31, 2015 at 7:57 am
Thank you Jane…I hope so!
January 31, 2015 at 3:57 pm
they look young!! beautiful shots !!
February 3, 2015 at 12:33 pm
You’ve got that right, Laura! The power of the ocean is something that gives me chills every time I see it. Beautiful captures of the power of Mother Nature (and illustration of Darwin’s Natural Selection 😉)!
February 3, 2015 at 3:55 pm
I’ve grown up near the ocean all my life and I STILL get nervous about undertows! That natural selection….it is a very sometimes scary thing!
February 3, 2015 at 4:28 pm
Lucky you! Hey, I thought you were taking a break ;).
February 3, 2015 at 4:44 pm
i am…just caught up on a few responses . i’ll be back soon 😀
February 3, 2015 at 5:54 pm
Just pickin’ at ya (as they reportedly say in the south 😀). Keep enjoying that respite and thanks for the reply. Now, don’t answer! 😜