Get me some negative ions

Finally got to the beach yesterday and what a reward!

The tide was in filling the small bay and the sea was wild and powerful. Negative ions, so good for the soul, were abounding.

Of course, I always took the photo just that instant after the wave was at its peak!

In spite of being knocked over by the pounding sea George insisted on rescuing stones.

Not a bad way to spend New Year's day!

And a Christmas holiday isn't complete without ice cream.