Yet another sunset from the California trip. These were taken at Crystal Cove State Park, on the evening before we returned home. I can honestly say that I consider these among the most beautiful photos I’ve ever taken.
Accessing the beach requires quite a trek down a cliff from the parking area. This is the view from the trail.
Looking out at the ocean along the walk down to the beach.
Love the picture of this little shore bird. Bev said her dad calls them “mile-o-mores”. Because (are you ready?)…they stick their beaks down in the sand….. a “mile or more”.
The sunset on the waves.
Motor Man and me “on the rocks”.
Bev and Bill enjoying our last evening on vacation.
Going, going….
Gone. And I had to take one last shot from the trail as we were leaving.
Thanks for the memories, California.
these days of mine 
These really are a lovely set of sunset photos Dianna! No wonder you are proud of them – they are beautiful. Love the little bird…..and the way the sun plays off the water…..just doesn’t get any prettier than this!
Pam (and Sam)
Absolutely stunning! These are definitely beautiful…and a fitting goodbye from California. Fabulous photography.
Dang Dianna this sounds like you are ending up your California posts. I hope we still see some pictures and stories. I have really enjoyed them. The pictures are quite stunning. The picture with the little “mile-o-more” is sweet and would be awesome matted and framed! Sweet pictures of you and MM and your friends. Wonderful post this morning Dianna 🙂
You got me California dreamin…. Mark’s sister lives in Seal Beach, and she let us live in her beach house for our honeymoon. The sunsets were incredibly colorful and golden. Thanks for sharing your pix!
More beautiful colors, soft and pleasing.
California sunsets rival the ones from your back yard!
Gorgeous!
MJ
so pretty! milomores. ha!!!
You sure found a pretty spot on the coast for some beautiful shots!
Stunning. Everyone! I think my favorite is the one with the mile-o-more. The silhouette, the reflection and the colors are magnificent! Such a treat to have shared your trip with us!!
I can understand how these would fit into your most beautiful category! Never heard of a mile-or-more before, but a cool name for that bird.
And thanks for the photos of the Sun: sorta’ gloomy and cold out there today…..
Absolutely beautiful. Where to next?
Your California sunset photos are awesome, Dianna!
Boy Dianna—you sure do know how to capture gorgeous scenery on gorgeous photos. i could look at these forever. i love ocean shots, shore shots, rocks on the beach and sunset/sunrise shots by the water….mmm…thanks for sharing them.
You are right – these are awesome shots – really like the one of the wee bird. The light from the sun on lovely.
Lovely. Even though your wonderful trip had to come to an end, anytime you feel like California dreamin’ you can revisit through your photos. Thanks for sharing them with us!
Beautiful sunset…and I love the ocean:)
All beautiful but the shore bird shot is spectacular!
beautiful!
And thanks for sharing your trip with us.
Your pictures are always beautiful, Dianna. The shore bird does have a long bill, love the nickname for it. If you’re like me, you want to enjoy every last minute of the last vacation day.
You’ve made me want to visit…hopefully, I’ll get that chance in June. Thank you for sharing.
I love that little bird. Can a bird be satisfied? He looks satisfied.
You certainly picked a beautiful spot in California to take pictures. Thanks so much for sharing your trip with us. I love the picture of you and JR on the rocks.