Toes in the Water, Toes in the Sand: A Coastal Soul’s Moment by the Ocean

Take a deep breath. Picture yourself standing at the water’s edge, toes in the sand, toes in the water, feeling the waves roll in, steady and endless. The sun is warm on your face, the salty breeze drifts through the air, and for a moment, nothing else matters. It’s just you, the ocean, and this feeling—calm, deep, and familiar.

If you’re like me, you don’t just love the ocean—you feel it in your soul. The way the rolling waves move in and out, the way the horizon stretches endlessly ahead. It’s not just a place. It’s a part of who we are.

And before we go any further, I just want to say—I’m so glad you’re here. Because if you know the feeling of walking on the beach, watching the waves rolling in, or simply relaxing on the beach, then we already understand each other. We love the ocean, and that’s something special.

The Sights, Sounds, and Feelings of a Coastal Soul

Close your eyes for a second and imagine it:

▲ The sight—soft blues and deep teals stretching to the horizon, sunlight sparkling on the water, foamy waves swirling at your feet. The sky shifts colors as you walk in the sunset.

▲ The sound—the rhythmic sound of the waves, the distant cry of a seagull, the sounds of beach waves crashing on the shore. The ocean breathing in and out.

▲ The smell—clean, salty, a little wild. Maybe a hint of coconut sunscreen, driftwood drying in the sun, or fresh sea air filling your lungs.

▲ The feel—the soft grit of sand beneath your feet, the cool rush of water as you walk in the surf, the warm breeze against your skin.

▲ The taste—that little hint of salt on your lips, carried by the wind.

It’s all so familiar, isn’t it? Whether you’re standing on a quiet beach at sunrise or sitting on the sand listening to the sounds of waves crashing, the ocean wraps around you, filling every sense, bringing you home.

Why Beach Lovers Feel at Home by the Rolling Waves

If you’re an ocean lover, you already know. There’s something about the sea that settles the soul.

Maybe it reminds you of childhood summers, running barefoot, salt in your tangled hair. Maybe it’s the memory of long, lazy afternoons, just relaxing on the beach, soaking in the warmth.

Or maybe it’s just that feeling—the way the rolling waves seem to pull your worries away, how the vast ocean makes everything feel bigger and smaller at the same time.

For me, the ocean has always been a place to breathe, to think, to let the world slow down. I remember standing at the edge of the water one evening, watching the colors melt into each other as the sun dipped below the horizon. The air was thick with salt, and the steady tempo of the waves rolling in made everything feel still. In that moment, nothing else mattered. Just me, the sea, and the feeling that everything was exactly as it should be.

Maybe for you, the ocean is about adventure—sailing, surfing, diving into the unknown. Or maybe it’s about peace, a place where you can simply sit, breathe, and let the world fade away. No matter why we come to the water, one thing is true: it always gives us something in return.

Toes in the Sand, Toes in the Water: The Little Moments That Stay With Us

There are so many small, beautiful moments at the beach that stay with us.

▲ Feeling your feet on the warm sand as you take your first step onto the beach.

▲ Collecting shells, holding each one up to the light like a tiny treasure.

▲ Writing your name in the wet sand, only to watch the waves gently wash it away.

▲ The first cool splash of water on your legs as you walk in the gentle surf.

▲ The weightlessness of floating in the ocean, eyes closed, completely at peace.

I love these moments because they remind me why the ocean is more than just a destination. It’s a feeling. And for those of us with an ocean spirit, it’s where we feel most like ourselves.

Thank You for Being Here, Ocean Lovers

I just wanted to take this moment to share this with you, because I know you get it. You understand what it means to stand at the water’s edge, watching the swells rolling in, letting the world fade for a while.

If you’re missing the ocean today, take a moment—close your eyes, imagine the whoosh of the waves, and let yourself drift there. Or, if you’re lucky enough to be near the water, take a stroll on the beach, feel the tide wrap around your ankles, and let it remind you of all the reasons you love the ocean.

And if you ever need a reminder of that feeling, know this: The ocean is always there. And so is this space we share.

I create my art to capture that feeling—the calm, the connection, the endless pull of the ocean—so you can bring a piece of it home and feel it every day.

cherie