About

I’m just an average guy, married, 3 beautiful boys, and we live in an old farmhouse in the country.  I love my little family, travel, photography, music of all kinds, the “outdoors”, and kayaking of all kinds.  I have a physical need to be near water, salt and fresh, and get grumpy if I’m not for extended periods of time.  This is my journal of sorts.  It’s not about anything in particular but L’ll likely discuss the same topics at times.  Hope ya read some, and enjoy it.   

158 comments on “About”

  1. 19 Aug 2015 at 3:50 pm acquiescent72
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    Hi!
    I hope you don’t mind, but I nominated you for an award:

    https://assentivelyyours.wordpress.com/2015/08/19/sunshine-blog-award/

    Liked by 1 person

  2. 22 Aug 2015 at 5:19 pm thomassutcliffe
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    Thank you for following me on aspiblog 🙂

    Liked by 2 people

    • 22 Aug 2015 at 5:25 pm sonofabeach96
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      Hi, I’m Tony, nice to meet you. My son is 12 and has autism. I haven’t really written much about him on here but I’m getting comfortable enough with this world that I may start to. Thank you for putting your experiences out there. The more awareness the better!

      Liked by 2 people

  3. 26 Aug 2015 at 1:53 am blooming shadow
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    Hey, I went to post an answer I wrote about overthinking it but the post went private, lol. I’m probably overthought it, but is there an email you use for the blog?

    Liked by 1 person

  4. 26 Aug 2015 at 1:54 am blooming shadow
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    *I probably

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  5. 17 Sep 2015 at 9:26 am Your Stories – She Was Taken! By Sonofabeach96 | A Momma's View
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    […] Every time I read a story like that it puts a smile on my face. It’s not always a smooth ride but boy, if you know it’s worth fighting for, you know. What a beautiful story! Thank you so much for sharing this with me, Sonofabeach96! […]

    Liked by 1 person

  6. 29 Sep 2015 at 4:10 pm ananonymousoutsider
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    Hey, I know you read a lot of my stuff, but I noticed you liked my post entitled “Paige”, and I thought you might want to read the analysis/guide for the mentally healthy that I posted about it just now, called “On Dissociation and Multiple Identities”. Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know about it and perhaps help it make a bit more sense.

    Thanks!

    Liked by 1 person

  7. 7 Oct 2015 at 4:02 pm vinnieh
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    Your blog is really amazing.

    Liked by 1 person

  9. 17 Oct 2015 at 10:43 pm Eric Klingenberg
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    Just come across your blog via a rebloged post. I look forward to reading more of your musings.

    Liked by 1 person

  10. 18 Oct 2015 at 10:02 pm Sherrie Miranda
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    I can’t find the “Follow” link! Of course, now that I have stated this problem, I will probably find it!
    😉 ❤
    Sherrie

    Liked by 1 person

  11. 23 Oct 2015 at 11:30 pm noorainsobiya
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    Hello there,
    I found your blog on the directory and I couldn’t be any happier to be your new reader!! Hoping to see you come around and leave your feedback or comments. The kids are just gorgeous!! ❤️❤️

    Regards,
    Noorain.

    Liked by 1 person

  12. 3 Nov 2015 at 6:54 pm “Songs of the Day” | honestme363
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    […] wanted to give a shout out to sonofabeach96 for being such a great musical influence by providing his “Songs of the day”. He has […]

    Liked by 1 person

    • 3 Nov 2015 at 11:15 pm sonofabeach96
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      Wow! Thanks for the shout out! Really, I’m just throwing out what I’m listening to on a given day. If others like what I throw out, I’m happy. Hopefully some get introduced to some stuff they may not be familiar with. 😊

      Like

  13. 23 Nov 2015 at 2:02 am YesterdayAfter
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    Thank you for stopping by my Blog and leave your comment for my Featured Nick! I am following you now! I gave a quick visit and your Blog is interesting. And like you I love the ocean and water which I also love to paint it. I am an Artist and I express my creativity in many different ways, I hope that you enjoy to visit my Blog again and mybe follow…. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  14. 30 Nov 2015 at 5:10 am acquiescent72
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    Got a joke you might appreciate:

    Dad: Go to your room!

    Son: *grumbling* Jim Morrison was overrated

    Dad: I thought I told you “No slamming The Doors”

    Liked by 1 person

  15. 8 Jan 2016 at 3:10 pm itsgoodtobecrazysometimes
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    HI

    Thank you so much for finding my blog and liking a post. Hope you come back soon

    Liked by 1 person

  16. 14 Jan 2016 at 7:22 pm alexraphael
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    Found you through Vinnie. Really like the style and tone of your writing and images that go with it.

    Liked by 1 person

  17. 17 Jan 2016 at 9:26 pm robertmgoldstein
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    I’ve nominated you for The Blogger Recognition Award.

    To learn more about it go here: http://wp.me/p47Ymh-3ft

    If you have an award free blog please accept this as a gesture of my appreciation.

    Rob Goldstein

    Liked by 1 person

  20. 6 Feb 2016 at 1:18 am Miriam
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    Hi and nice to meet you. I’m just an average girl from Australia with similar interests. I’m married with two kids, love traveling, getting out on the water, writing and enjoying the simple things in life. Lovely to find your blog and look forward to sharing the journey.

    Liked by 1 person

  21. 21 Feb 2016 at 11:11 pm Pascale LeBrasseur
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    Hi
    I’ve nominated you for the animal spirit award
    http://lessonsfrommydaughter.me/2016/02/21/spirit-animal-blog-award/
    I hope you will have time to look into it

    Like

  22. 26 Feb 2016 at 12:34 pm T. Wayne
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    I finally got around to your “about” page…I have a request for you: would you be interested in guest posting on my blog for Flashback Friday? If so, email me at twsmith555@outlook.com.

    Love the blog, and thanks for the support you’ve thrown my way 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  23. 9 Mar 2016 at 9:36 am voulaah
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    Hello,
    I just discover your blog and I’m glad to follow it to have your last publications
    I hope that you discover mine too and follow it
    How do you think about my last post: https://femmeetinfos.wordpress.com/2016/03/07/pics-3-presque-inapercue-au-milieu-du-champ-de-saonjo-almost-unnoticed-in-the-middle-of-the-field-of-saonjo/
    I have passion in photographs too
    I hope to read your comments
    Kisses
    Anita

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  24. 10 Mar 2016 at 5:21 pm Robert Matthew Goldstein
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    Hello,

    I’ve nominated you for The Blogger Recognition Award…

    To find out more click here: http://wp.me/p47Ymh-3yS

    If you have an award free blog please accept the nomination as a token of my appreciation for your blog.

    RG

    Liked by 1 person

  25. 18 Mar 2016 at 6:43 pm Aakansha
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    I have to admit, the one thing that urged me to click the link to your blog was your blog name. It’s irresistible.
    I’m perusing through your blog and I love what I have found. Will continue to read some more if that’s not a problem for I love journal kind of blogs. They help me understand people better. 🙂

    Have a great day.

    Aakansha Srivastava.
    Brooding in the Tepid Dusk.

    Liked by 1 person

  27. 3 Apr 2016 at 10:01 am lynne hoareau
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    Hi there. Lynn, from Lynz Real Cooking highlighted you and your blog on Friday, so I just had to come by and say Hi, and I am looking forward to visiting your blog. From what I see already, I know I am going to love it. Have a great day further. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  28. 14 Apr 2016 at 5:13 pm itsgoodtobecrazysometimes
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    Hi

    I have nominated you for an award you can find all the details here

    https://itsgoodtobecrazysometimes.wordpress.com/2016/04/14/leibster-award/

    If you are award free please accept it as a shout out 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  29. 29 Apr 2016 at 2:41 am Capt Jill
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    just wondering where that background picture was taken, it looks a lot like the beaches around here.
    I appreciate your comments on my blog, another water loving person is always nice to meet. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  32. 22 May 2016 at 7:44 pm Dragon’s Loyalty Award | Fabulous With Glitches
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    […] Tone-Loc is absolutely genuine and sincere. No, it’s not his real name but that’s what we’ll call him. Gotta love it right? You know what I love about him? He’s not judgemental nor very opinionated. I think he’s a lot like me but more laid back. He’s married with three adorable boys. Over at his blog you’ll find photo’s of his family and vacations and his variety of music. He’s supportive and encouraging and enjoys meeting new people. https://sonofabeach96.wordpress.com/about/ […]

    Liked by 1 person

  34. 27 May 2016 at 1:02 pm Stephanae V. McCoy
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    Hi Tony, it’s nice to meet you!! I came by your blog through Lynz Real Cooking and I’m glad I did. I look forward to reading your posts. Steph

    Liked by 1 person

  36. 14 Jun 2016 at 2:52 pm Mon ☠
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    Nominated you for the quotes challenge. You may accept it or reject it, no pressure!
    https://lifeofmon.wordpress.com/2016/06/14/reading-love-3dqc/

    Liked by 1 person

  37. 14 Jun 2016 at 4:33 pm Terri Webster Schrandt
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    Hi Tony, I’m a beach lover, too–saw your featured post on Hugh’s blog. Just have to comment on the name of the boat in your background photo “Helix” which was the name of my high school in San Diego 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  39. 15 Oct 2016 at 12:32 am Sometimes I feel good. At times, I feel used. – PsychMediaOne
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    […] for people to come back and view it again another day. One of my absolute favorite photo blogs is sonofabeach96. I’ve been a super big fan of his for quite a while. He doesn’t just throw up a few […]

    Liked by 1 person

  41. 4 Jul 2017 at 4:22 pm Bruised & Bewildered
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    Hoorah, another water person! My whole life has been lived by the sea or rivers. I’m surprised I haven’t grown scales and fins yet.
    Wonderful pictures. Really looking forward to following your blog.
    Rae x

    Liked by 1 person

  42. 12 Aug 2017 at 10:40 pm Blogs You Should Follow Part 16 | vinnieh
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    […] Son of a Beach – This fine blog is exciting and visually stunning, featuring photography that just sweeps you away. The man behind it is cool, friendly and intelligent. You couldn’t ask for a nicer guy or more fun blog. […]

    Liked by 1 person

  43. 13 Aug 2017 at 11:55 am ThousandVision
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    Quite impressed from the selection of your topics… so expressive… love to read you.

    Liked by 1 person

  44. 13 Aug 2017 at 4:29 pm Sartaj Govind Singh
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    This is a marvellous blog that is a testament to the internet’s utility for being a showcase for a virtual scrapbook of our lives.

    Liked by 1 person

  45. 18 Sep 2017 at 2:03 am tessa tells all
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    Thanks for the follow! I am looking forward to checking out your blog. Just glanced at the songs of the day…Anyone who includes: The Killers, Lucinda Williams and Pink Floyd in the same list, is alright in my book! (My middle son’s middle name is Gilmour, after David Gilmour from Pink Floyd). Take care!

    Liked by 1 person

  46. 12 Oct 2017 at 2:50 pm Jad
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    Damn!! I know how you feel about water, salt water, the ocean!! I simply have to get back there!! Fortunately I got home to Australia in December and I am going to be surrounded by ocean, happy happy joy joy!!

    Liked by 1 person

  47. 13 Oct 2017 at 2:02 pm Karen Molenaar Terrell
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    sonofabeach – I just want to thank you for your kindness. I just re-posted a post this morning that I felt really nervous about posting. I’ve really come to respect you and I was afraid that you might see my post and shake your head and write me off as a total nut – which… okay, maybe I am a nut… but not a TOTAL nut, right? But I didn’t need to worry. Once again, you showed kindness to me. Thank you.

    Liked by 1 person

    • 13 Oct 2017 at 3:28 pm sonofabeach96
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      Oh, you’re more than welcome, but no need to thank me. It’s nice to read a fellow believer in reason, peace, and kindness in this current climate facing our country. So, thank you for providing safe harbor. 😊

      Liked by 1 person

  48. 22 Jan 2018 at 10:25 pm lorieb
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    your photos are embarrassingly (on my part) beautiful!! Mine always seem to be an afterthought, I should really try harder to make them better

    Liked by 1 person

  50. 8 Feb 2018 at 5:44 pm mydaisydaze
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    Hello,

    I have nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award. I’m not sure if you choose to participate in the awards part of blogger life, but you do make me smile and definitely spread sunshine with your posts.
    Thanks for welcoming me to the world of blogging,

    Have a great day.

    Liked by 1 person

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