The surfaces of our earth have been formed by massive movements of tectonic plates along with convection of the mantle, which resulted in what we call geology. When two different masses collide, I call that result a “dynamic edge.”
The edge of Maines Acadia shoreline is composed of ancient sedimentary layers, thrust upward by tectonic shifts and more recently topped off with granite deposited by the receding glaciers. *
When I was a kid, our camping vacations were always along the north Atlantic seaboard. My love of the land had to do with the inestimable power of the sea as the tides met the rocks in a rhythm as old as time.
I consider the earth’s relationship to the ocean as a dynamic edge also. This edge creates a magnetic pull I find irresistible.
In January of this year, I decided it was time for an adventure and I remembered my old longing. A trip to the Maine coast seemed just the answer and having a special cousin living there was icing on the cake.
This particular day’s experience was a boat trip circumnavigating the small islands off the coast. Here the sedimentary layers look like stacks of pancakes.
Our first island was thick with evergreens and eagles.
We then navigated toward another isle showing its glorious, up thrusted, sedimentary layers.
We were greeted by mischievous harbor seals and squawking sea birds.
This area was comprised mostly of gulls…….
……discussing their catch ‘o the day.
A cormorant rookery has frosted the rock with guano….
…….and lots of chicks waiting for mom and dad to bring food.
Our little friends enjoy their own Dynamic Edge. I kept imagining she was a Selkie.
In these pictures I have tried to capture the magic of that day. The crisp cool wind in my hair, the salt spray bathing my face, the comfortable rocking motion of the boat and the inhabitants of the tiny islands.
I returned thoroughly delighted – wet, sunburned and unable to wipe the smile off my face.
I hope you enjoyed the ride!
*For more accurate/succinct information, go to: https://www.usgs.gov/geology-and-ecology-of-national-parks/geology-acadia-national-park
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Oh, my! Oh, my! Oh, my! Thank you for the magic❤️❤️
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What a fabulous experience! We were at that lighthouse, but could not get a good angle for pics from the ground. How fabulous that you could experience that whole coastline by boat! So enjoying these amazing slices of nature, life, color, textures! Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you – Rita – Of course, I was inspired by your trip last year in the fall!
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I feel a change in your writing, Elizabeth. It is hard for me to describe, but I love it! This notion of dynamic edge in nature has me thinking about the dynamic edges in myself with so much more grace and texture. I so appreciate the way the photos and your words bring this to life. Very cool. Thank you!
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Thank you, Lynda for your thoughtful words. Each word came through this time!
Love E
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Seems like a “dynamic edge” is an apt metaphor for these times (all around the globe). There is something reassuring about seeing these photos of ancient rhythms of the earth and sea.
On a lighter note :), I feel like I just had a vicarious vacation.
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Thank you, GG, for such a considered and thoughtful response. I’ll take you on a couple more vicarious trips! Love E
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many beautiful shades of Blue. Nature is a palette of colors!!!
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