I could feel my heart beating and adrenaline coursing through my veins. My ears were filled with the sound of waves crashing as we made our way down the narrow winding path to Playa Espadilla. A sense of urgency overcame me and I suddenly needed the sea like I needed air to breathe.
I started running.
Bounding toward the ocean, we hopped over tree branches, ran through small puddles, and jumped over rocks and coconuts. As the tree line broke I gasped and came to an abrupt halt.
Paradise.
Tears came to my eyes and I wiped them back with the back of my hand. I hurriedly flung my flip flops off into the distance. The seafoam was calling my name. As I dipped my toes into the warm water everything seemed to slip into a sea of calm.
This was it – my happy place. Rocks jutting out of the water, seafoam hissing at my feet, and warm rays of sunshine from the setting sun kissed my face.
There is something special about the Pacific Coast. It is wild, untamed, and has a special spirit all its own. While it may be lacking in calm crystal clear water, the force of the waves, the ruggedness of coastline, and the wind that whips your hair around grounds me somehow.
As I stood looking out into the endless ocean, I dug my toes into the sand. I bit my lip with hesitation. I couldn’t deny it anymore.
I need to live by the sea.
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Disclosure: We were guests of the Costa Rican Tourism Board however all opinions are my own.
Just gorgeous! I wish I were spending winter there.
Stunning! It had to be difficult to leave.
It’s amazing how powerful the ocean can be. I get a complete sense of serenity whenever I see water.
Truly gorgeous images! It’s impossible not feel a sense of serenity in looking at such breathtaking photos!
wow, so beautiful!
Amazing photos! Stop making me jealous about your Costa Rica trip already!!!
It is so cold here in Toronto, you make Costa Rica look so tempting.
I feel the same way. I feel at home by the ocean. I can never be away for too long. I guess this will mean goodbye to Texas? 😉
So beautiful!!! Come to Thailand. It’s not the Pacific, but I bet you can take some really pretty pictures! <3
Now the sea is calling me too 🙂
Wow, just gorgeous!Great photos Erica!
We also Looooove the Sea, and the Ocean. Any body of water really, as long as it is clean 😉 You should really come check out Thailand!
We have a feeling you will LOVE it!
I miss tico land!
So do I…. 🙁
Incredibly. But I take solace in knowing that we are going to save money to buy a place on the beach one day.
YES. There is just something so calming about it. I can sit there forever (almost literally).
Thanks Mary. I really do love photographing locations. Here is to hoping I’ll be able to capture more!
I CAN’T HELP IT. But really, it is an easy place to photograph.
We have the Gulf (yuck.).
Once we pay off our credit cards that may be a possibility!
It’s contagious. Sorry.
Thanks guys! I think this is why I love diving so much. There is something mystical about the sea. But really, it is where I feel most grounded.
I do too… 🙁
These photos are fantastic. Doesn’t CR have the best sunsets? They rival Florida in that respect.
I can use some beach time right now. 🙂
I totally agree.
I’m already feelin’ like I need it again. OH THE HUMANITY!
Costa Rica is such an ideal place for nature tripper. It’s diverse and beautiful. You had a great travel!
That beach is simply amazing!