By: Paul Jarrett
A view of both the palm trees and the beach from each patio. This mix of environments allows for the occasional visit from wildlife such as deer.
Rebecca Smith starts her mornings on the beach just looking out at the water. It allows her to decompress from last night's antics.
Connor Smith reads his book when he first arrives. This is the best place to read because the sounds of the waves crashing is great white noise.
Mason Rountree lays in the sun to maintain his tan. He always makes sure his sunscreen is on as the sun gets higher and hotter during the day.
After his relaxation Mason decides to setup his new favorite game spikeball. He says it's a mix between volleyball and four square.
Mason convinces his friend Rebecca to join him in a game. They need one more to play a real round.
Mason and Rebecca recruit Rebecca's brother Connor to be their third. Connor and Rebecca have never played before so this was a learning experience.
Mason spikes the ball at Connor allowing him to win the point. Connor and Rebecca are picking up the game very quickly.
Connor returns the favor on the next point with a spike of his own. Mason ends up winning the game Connor and Rebecca had a great time learning and playing.
(From left to right) Mike Blumenthal, Mike Lopez, and Caitlin Ashworth start a game of bochi ball. This is another fun game that people play when they come to the beach.
Mike Blumenthal goes first to start the game. The goal is to get as close to the little white ball as you can.
Mike Lopez starts his turn with a great shot right next to the white ball. This shot secures him at least one of two possible points.
Mike Blumenthal, Mike Lopez, and Caitlin Ashworth look on as the first round is almost done. Lopez continues his winning shots to potentially go up by two.
Lopez, Blumenthal, and Ashworth walk towards their shots to calculate the score. They will see that Lopez gets two with Ashworth getting one and Blumenthal getting zero.
Mike Lopez throws his shot as his competitors look on. Lopez has taken hold of the game and is close to winning.
Mike Blumenthal throws to stop Lopez from winning. He succeeds in his mission allowing the game to continue.
Caitlin Ashworth stares in disappointment at her throws. She has a long way to come back if she wants to win.
Mike Blumenthal watches his ball roll as he can tie the game here. It's a close game with Lopez on the verge of victory.
Caitlin Ashworth reacts in defeat as Blumenthal's previous shot was just short. She may not have been close but she was enjoying the game and the day they've had.
