From Sandcastles to Paddleboards: A Lifetime by the Sea! 🌊

Seaside memories:

There's something truly special about growing up by the sea, and my heart is full of so many fond memories! ❤️ From scorching hot summers as a kid to adventurous days out in the dinghy even when it was raining, the beach was my playground. I remember countless hours building magnificent sandcastles and embarking on epic quests to dig the deepest holes imaginable.

And who could forget those classic moments? Listening to Soul II Soul on the beach, watching friends confidently slather on Factor 2 (oh, how times have changed!), and exploring the cool, shadowy world underneath South Parade Pier.

Now, as a parent, I'm making new seaside memories with my own children, and it's just as magical. We've had hilarious moments with them painting themselves before a dip in the sea, the stress (and eventual laughter) of the car getting stuck in the stones at Hayling, and the pure panic of my son getting lost on a very busy Southsea beach (thankfully, quickly found!). We've embraced new adventures like paddleboarding and embarked on exciting treasure hunts.

The seaside has given me a lifetime of joy, from my own childhood escapades to the precious moments I share with my kids today.

I’ve also thoroughly enjoyed capturing children and families in the moment at a beach locally - creating memories to last a lifetime.