Do you like the sea?

I've always been attracted to the sea, and to lakes and rivers. There's something so primal and natural about being near a big body of water. And the motion of the waves is calming and hypnotic if you watch it. I think that's why you see people who have devices in their homes and offices like lava lamps, little fountains with water flowing over rocks, and those displays that tilt side to side to create the look of moving waves.

I love the sound of the sea but am a little frightened of it, I have nearly drowned twice in my life and I think to me the depths of the ocean is very scary.

I enjoy sitting on the beach and watching the ocean waves. There is something about walking the beach that is so therapeutic for me. Going out on a boat is not something that I would enjoy. We went out on a lobster boat while in Maine. There was a storm brewing and we made a mad dash for port. Lightning struck the water. The waves were lapping over the side of the boat. I was so happy to reach shore.

I wouldn't mind at all if I never saw a beach again. I have never been one for beaches, except at night time, when a stroll along the beach can be really exhilarating. However, a cliff top walk, looking down at waves crashing over a rocky shoreline, can keep me fascinated for hours. Each wave brings a new gasp of wonder as it crashes in a different way. Power, ferocity and beauty mingle to bring delight. The southern coastline of Australia has many such places. I also think an old high masted sailing vessel, battling a storm at sea makes a most intriguing painting. I was only 11 years old when we came to Australia by ship, but I do remember watching the waves for hours on end. Crossing the Indian Ocean, most were seasick, but I delighted in watching the huge waves. I didn't know God then, but I remember thinking that if there was a God, He must be very powerful. Now I know that during a very fierce storm, Jesus just spoke to the storm and it immediately subsided into calm. What a wonderful, powerful God we serve and I praise Him for the peace He has brought into my life.

i love the sea too... i am always amaze on how it can make you calm just by staring at it... i love sitting on the sand and watch the waves splash at my feet.

yes!!! i'm pretty much one of those who is so amazed and awed with the creation.. unluckily, i tend to like the sea only at a viewpoint..going into the sea is another matter ;)