The first thing we did when we got to Bournemouth, after putting our
things in our rooms and the food in the fridge, was to head for Bournemouth
Beach to meet up with the rest of our family.
I remember what a lovely beach this was from the last time we came here
(a long ago 2011). Sandy and clean,
with a busy pier and lots to do. The
kids had brought their swimming gear and wasted no time in getting into the
water, and then proceeding to kick water at me every chance they got despite my
protestations and threats.
The sea is like soul medicine to me – the rhythmic sound is incredibly soothing
and walking in the cold water as it laps around your feet just feels wonderful.
At the same time, the vastness and the power of the waves wakens an anxiety in
me and reminds me of the majesty and greatness of Allah (SWT) and the smallness
of myself.
We spent a good couple of hours playing in the water and then drying off
and wandering on the pier and taking pictures.
The beach is very picturesque and full of families and there were plenty
of other Muslims there that day. There
is lots to do, but it all costs money and with a big family adds up. The pier cost us money to get in and then money
for any rides or game machines. At the
same time, the views are beautiful and there were lots of fun photo
opportunities everywhere because the surroundings were so picturesque.
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