Once on board the boat, we were told to put on the life jacket as a safety precaution. Most of us were excited and didn't know what to expect except that we were going to a place called "Sky Mirror" to take some reflection photos. The boat ride was fast and a short one.
The boat then slowed down and looked like we have reached.
We were surrounded by water.
At a distance, we could see 2 people in less than knee deep water.
We were curious to know what they were doing.
When the boat stopped, we got down from the boat into the shallow water.
Our group photographer.
Besides our group, there were 2 other groups on this stretch of sand bar.
To satisfy our curiosity, we walked closer to take a look.
As you can see, it was low tide.
He was collecting some kind of clams.
Thick shell clams. One of my favourite clams.
I usually used these for soups.
I usually used these for soups.
Some of us also wanted to search for clams.
We were provided with stainless steel claws just like the one the lady was holding (circled in red).
Someone was so engrossed with his search for clams. We only found a handful of clams.
Before we could start the reflection photos, some special ground work had to be done.
Meanwhile, we have our own photography session.
The colourful umbrellas were provided by the boatmen.
A group photo to start off the reflection photography session.
We took turns to have our photos taken with all kinds of poses.
Here are some of our poses.
Me and my ex-colleague and long time friend.
Come, let us take off together!
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While the others continued with the photo session, I busied myself with my camera.
During the low tide, there were lots of tiny crabs all over the sand. When we went near, they quickly disappeared into the sand.
Managed to take some snap shots of this crab before it went into the sand.
I picked up this sea shell and found that it was not empty. Through the holes in the shell, I could see that it has a tenant, so I let it be.
Someone managed to pick up a tiny crab and held it up for me.
A close up of the tiny crab. Looks cute with its 2 little eyes. What a relief it must be for this little crab when it was put back into the water. The photo session took approximate a hour plus, after that, we signalled to the boatman to come pick us up. We were looking forward to a scrumptious lunch!
In heaven a crown is waiting for me, which the Lord,
the righteous Judge, will give me on that great day of his return.
And not just to me but to all those whose lives show that
they are eagerly looking forward to his coming back again.
(2 Timothy 4:8, The Living Bible-TLB)
were you all the only group there taking reflection photos?
ReplyDeleteAt that time there were 2 other groups and the groups were spaced out further down the sandbar.
DeleteThis umbrella is fantastic :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Iwona.
DeleteI loved colourful umbrella๐๐๐
ReplyDeleteMe too!
DeleteIt looks like you had a lot of fun with the photography session. The light must have been good and the water very clear. The photos of sea creatures and clam fishing are interesting.
ReplyDeleteWe had lots of fun and laughter during the photography session. It was fun going after the crabs.
DeleteLovely pictures with umbrellas:)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Natalia.
DeleteYou got some amazing shots. I love the reflections - it make for a very impressive image.
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Thank you, Sue.
Delete...what a fun time! I love the colorful reflections. Thanks Nancy for stopping by, I hope that you are enjoying your day.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tom.
DeleteLovely and wonderful sky mirror shots, they are great! I have heard about this sky mirror before.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Libby. Its fun trying to be creative with the poses.
DeleteGreat photos and amazing place!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Beauty.
DeleteHow fun and I love your photography session. Excellent. I hope we'll hear about the lunch tomorrow. On the ocean usually means the very best seafood.
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Have a fabulous Happy Tuesday, Nancy. ♥
Thank you, Sandee. Yes, its the very best seafood lunch. Happy day!
DeleteTerrific shots!
ReplyDeleteThank you, William.
DeleteThis is SO cool!! Perfect reflections!! My favorite reflection picture is the last one in the group, where you are flying away. Does the water stay this clear all the time? I would have loved to go!! The crabs are adorable. I do not eat crabs or shrimp. Because I will not eat anything that has eyeballs on stalks!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ginny. It is fun trying the catch up with the crabs.
DeleteWhat an amazing photography session, looks such fun.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mamas.
DeleteThat looks like a real fun thing to do and experience.
ReplyDeleteLovely pics.
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Thank you, Ann. It was a fun time.
DeleteFantastic reflections and I like you all poses!!
ReplyDeleteYou got a lot sea creatures :)
Thank you, Evi.
DeleteWow! What a great way to take reflection photos, i've never seen such a thing.
ReplyDeleteIts a first time for me too.
DeleteThose reflection shots are very impressive! You look so cute posing with your friend :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, PH. We had fun there!
DeleteI bet this was such a fun day...I would have loved it.
ReplyDeleteIt was fun and very enjoyable.
DeleteNuce photos. Especially with the colourful umbrella.
ReplyDeleteYes, I love that clams too. Goid for soup. So sweet.
Thank you, Rose.
DeleteThank you, Francisco.
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jo-Anne.
DeleteMe encantรณ el paseo, muy bonito. Besitos.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Teresa.
DeleteThis looks fun indeed! And very nice the photos turned out.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Stacy. I think your girls will enjoy it.
DeleteIt's great to see u enjoying your time on the "floating beach" ... If good luck enough u can saw green crab, stingray stranded on the beach! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Leon. How nice if we could see the green crab and the stingray, but it was not to be.
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