Sea Oats And Sand Castles

Award-winning artist Carolyn Blish rekindles our childlike wonder of a day at the beach in this full-color picture book. Spoken in verse and seen through the eyes--and hearts--of children at play, the story recounts a single day filled with sand castles, shells, and discovery. Lush artwork, gentle verse, and an inspiring message of loving bonds and God's bountiful gifts make this ideal for families to enjoy together.SEA OATS AND SAND PAILS introduces the art and faith of Carolyn Blish to a new generation. The timeless illustrations, inspired by her own family, combine traditional watercolor with contemporary digital techniques. The art is accompanied by a charming story, written by the artist in a rhythmic verse, which children and adults alike will enjoy as they cherish the beauty of nature, the warm embrace of family, and the knowledge of God's abiding love.

Memories can be a gift and a blessing. A Florida paradise now all but lost to us swims, whispers, and blossoms on these pages along with echoes of colder climates and more deliberate thought. Each poem is an invitation into its own world.

Sand Castles by Meg Dominique released on May 23, 1986 is available now for purchase.

The sea creatures build a sand castle.

Getaway Ideas for the Local Traveler Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with this fun and friendly guide. For local travelers seeking new adventures in their own backyards as well as for vacationers looking to experience all the excitement the area has to offer, each Day Trips® guide offers hundreds of activities to do, sights to see, and secrets to discover within a two- to three-hour drive and a route map for each itinerary. Complete with full trip-planning information including where to go, what to see, where to eat, where to shop as well as where to stay options for those who want to extend their Day Trip into a weekend. In Spring 2012 we are proud to be publishing six all new guides—The Carolinas, New Jersey, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Tampa and St. Petersburg, and the Twin Cities—as well as an updated edition of Day Trips from Kansas City.

The New Guide to North Carolina Beaches is an invaluable resource for every coastal traveler in the Tar Heel State. This descriptive guide to North Carolina's coastal counties goes far beyond the basics to showcase all that the seaside has to offer, from beach access points and camping options to aquariums, museums, and other attractions. Glenn Morris also shares informative and entertaining histories of each county, insights into the maritime environment and its wildlife, and useful tips on subjects like the dos and don'ts of beach driving. *A beach-by-beach tour of more than 300 miles of coastline *Highlights public access points for beachgoers *Offers practical guidance for trip planning, whether day trips or weeklong vacations *Includes detailed maps, contact information, hours of operation, and much more

Jen starts to build a sand castle at the beach, and others come along to help make the moat, path, wall, and road around it.

St. Simons Island, Georgia, has never been hit by a Category 5 hurricane. Until now. No one predicted the storm's sudden force. A crippled Air Force recon plane, trapped in the eye of a violent hurricane. An outspoken tropical weather forecaster, fired from his network TV job before he can issue a warning: the storm is changing course and intensifying. A desperate family searching for a runaway daughter on Georgia's posh St. Simons Island, cut off from escape as the hurricane roars toward them. A marriage on the rocks; an unrequited sexual attraction; a May-December romance. All will be swept up by the monster storm. Get ready for a white-knuckle adventure. "You can't put it down." -- Jack Williams, science author and founding weather editor at USA Today "Riveting. Intrigue, power struggles [and] frightening reality from several perspectives. Eyewall will keep you more than interested."-- Marshall Seese, retired anchorman and meteorologist, The Weather Channel.