Tag Archives: Myrtle Beach

Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge: Atop (Birds)

Posted on March 20, 2017 by merlinjr01

I am a little late to the challenge, but here are my entries for Atop – Birds. Inspired by Cee’s Photography for this week.

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Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge: Letters C or D

Posted on March 10, 2017 by merlinjr01

My submission to Cee’s Alphabet Challenge for Letters C and D. Experimenting with a Starburst filter. Actually, “D” proved to be a challenge for me. How can you resist such advertising. Actually the food was quite good and the beer … Continue reading →

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National Ferris Wheel Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by merlinjr01

Today, February 14, is not only Valentine’s Day, it is also National Ferris Wheel Day. The first Ferris wheel, designed by Pennsylvania bridge builder George W. Ferris, was the centerpiece for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition (World’s Fair) in Chicago.It … Continue reading →

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Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge: Wheels

Posted on April 7, 2016 by merlinjr01

Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge: Wheels You asked for wheels. Here are some of my favorites.

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Christmas Day Sunset

Posted on December 26, 2015 by merlinjr01

While certainly not the most spectacular sunset anyone has seen, but still a treat, viewed from the balcony of our condo. It was a nice way to close our Christmas Day. We are a bit anxious to return home. We … Continue reading →

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Not Just Another Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2015 by merlinjr01

Another Memorable Christmas After the dense morning fog finally dissipated, Christmas Day became a sunny, beautiful day—just the kind of day for a drive. We checked out local coastal communities including Murrells Inlet and Sunset Beach and then Myrtle Beach … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve Beach Walk

Posted on December 25, 2015 by merlinjr01

We had just left the SkyWheel and decided to walk the mile along the beach back to the condo. This was the best day yet for a walk. The sun was almost shinning, temperatures were mild, and there was little … Continue reading →

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Myrtle Beach SkyWheel – “Flying” Over the Beach

Posted on December 25, 2015 by merlinjr01

I briefly described the SkyWheel in an earlier post (Sunrise Walk). It was inevitable—I was going to ride the SkyWheel as soon as the weather would permit decent photos. Tickets for the SkyWheel are $13.00, and the ticket agent said … Continue reading →

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Lunch at Duffy’s—A Bar Flashback

Posted on December 25, 2015 by merlinjr01

With a front come-on like the one in the photo, how could we not try it. It also reminded me of Duffy’s Tavern in North Palm Beach, Florida that boasted “the best burgers and coldest beer in town.” They made … Continue reading →

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Dreary Days – Forced Relaxation

Posted on December 23, 2015 by merlinjr01

Any time I am on vacation, it is rarely about relaxing. The driving force for me is to pick up the camera and “get out and go.” I feel like if I am somewhere new, or only occasionally visited, I … Continue reading →

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