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It's volleyball season!


December/January is premium holidaymaker season here. There's been plenty of people in our town enjoying the beach and Summer sun. I had to work right up until Christmas eve, normally I don't work Sundays but I was rostered on for half the day - thankfully I was able to head home just after lunch which was nice. I won't get any time off as I will have been there for a full year in February so we will most likely go away for a week then.

Hope you've had a restful few days over Christmas.

Comments

Andy said…
That beach looks so nice and warm. It is so cold here -16°C.
28 December 2017 at 13:27
Wayne said…
the colorful tents are a nice touch.
29 December 2017 at 03:38
carol l mck said…
Such an inviting photo ~ lovely ~

Happy New Year to you ^_^
29 December 2017 at 06:53
Fun60 said…
Such a contrast to life here. I had a really busy Christmas and then slobbed out for a couple of days - great!
29 December 2017 at 08:39
Carol @Comfort Spring Station said…
Happy New Year - I love your beach scene
29 December 2017 at 10:56
Photos by Stan said…
Looks like a nice place to have to work....
29 December 2017 at 11:19
Bill said…
Hot time, summer in the city, not here though. 2C and windy. Love the photo, a least people can be out and enjoying themselves with the nice warm weather.
29 December 2017 at 11:35
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
Just what I need, a scene from a warm beach. We are to be below freezing for another week and a half.
29 December 2017 at 13:15
Spare Parts and Pics said…
Wow, what a beautiful spot for volleyball!! Gorgeous shot. Wishing you a very happy new year
29 December 2017 at 16:32
eileeninmd said…
Awesome beach scene and beautiful sky! Happy New Year to you and your family!
30 December 2017 at 02:00
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