For this month’s Full Time Fabulous Event, Kristy Eléna asked us to draw inspiration from the beach. I looooove the beach. The feel of sand under my feet the smell of salt water, the sound of the waves and the relaxed, slow paced attitude in the air makes me feel like I’m in another life.
So I decided to share with you my favorite beach trip EVER for my beach inspiration task, which happened on my trip to Negril, Jamaica about 5 years ago.
I have this random habit of meeting strangers. I think I must look really friendly and open because strangers approach me often and while traveling I tend to meet a lot of new, interesting and fun people. But none have been as fun and as special as this little boy I met on the beaches of Jamaica.
My friend and I were just laying on the beach and this teeny boy from the massive party next to us came up to me as I was laying down. He was just gorgeous so I took out my camera and the boy was in awe. My old Nikon Coolpix 5400 had a flipover screen so you can see the view screen both ways and this entertained him endlessly.
I think to date he still has the most amazing eyelashes and smile I’ve ever seen.
He was such a ham :).
The boy was actually part of a huge family reunion and when his parents finally came to collect him they invited us to join them. We had such a wonderful time at the beach due to this little boy and I will never ever forget it.
Oh sigh, I loved Jamaica.
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So friends, do you have a favorite beach memory? Share!
How adorable, I love the photo of the precious little boy with the sunglasses… totally jealous of those eyelashes too! lol.
What a lovely seaside capture of you, so beautiful. It’s interesting meeting strangers isn’t it, I love it sometimes having long conversations with new people. Hope you’re enjoying your week.
Thank you for sharing this Jamillah!-xxoo
OMG, that little boy is too cute!! That sounds like an amazing trip! My favorite beach memory was in Nice, France 5 years ago. I was studying abroad in Paris, and me and my new friends took a weekend trip to the south of France. The beach was covered in smooth rocks, which felt like a hot rock massage when we laid out on them. I could go on and on lol.
THAT SOUNDS AMAZING!!!!!
OMG I have to piggyback on what Rocquelle said! The rock beaches in Nice “rocked” my socks! There were amazing indeed. I have to admit I was silly and annoyed by them at first, but I ended up laying out for hours.
so glad to hear that you love my home country! this little boy definitely has the best eyelashes ever! awesome FTF post!
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Aww, what a beautiful memory Jamillah! The little boy you met is darling and I’m not surprised he fell in love with you. You have such a sweet heart 🙂
What a wonderful story! That little guy is a lady killer!!! He is adorable!! Its so much fun meet new people when traveling. It’s no surprise that you make friends easily. You’re a very warm, approachable person. haha even though we’ve never officially met!
Jamillah! This is the best post ever! You just put a huge smile on my face – exactly what I needed today. Love you!
I’ve always dreamed of visiting Jamaica!! It looks so peaceful and breathtaking!!
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mel
OK, women everywhere would KILL for those eyelashes. Amazing.
He is so adorable, and you are right, such a ham! I love his grin – innocent yet up to something all at the same time. Thanks for sharing your photoshoot with us
The first photo of you with the sea as a backdrop is stunning. I don’t think I would ever want to leave a place like that.
OMG. I love this post, so so much. The pictures, the story, the eyelashes, absolutely everything. Thank you for sharing it, Jamillah! This was the perfect way to represent the theme – not just the beach itself but the memories it holds. Love it!
What a cutie! And seriously…why is it that boys are always blessed with the long lashes?
You do have an approachable look about you! You’ve got a friendly face, so that doesn’t surprise me.
this post is soo beautiful! i loved your photos!!! jamaica must be so exotic i d love to go!!
kisses <3
awwww, this post is so sweet. i’ve always wanted to go to jamaica. thank you so much for sharing your wonderful vacation with us!! p.s. i have a knack for meeting strangers too! =P it can be quite fun as your pictures here prove.
He is so adorable! I would LOVE to go to Jamaica someday, even though I know its supposed to be very dangerous!
That’s a nice memory indeed! most of my beach memories consist of sunbathing while reading a book! I love reading books by the sea!
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This is such a sweet post..the photos with those little kids brought a big smile on my face…what a wonderful way to celebrate paradise…
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WOW what a beautiful place.it Looks so relaxing and wonderful! ever heard the saying. i never meet a stranger. because everyone you meet become your friends instantly, it is just wonderful youl!!
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Anne
Those photos of that lil boy are so full of joy. Wonderful shots! 🙂
That is the cutest story, he is absolutely gorgeous!