(This post from 2017 has been reprinted and modified from the original.)
As a development, Hilton Head, South Carolina, has much going for it: pristine beaches, superb restaurants, and a main harbor flanked by chic shops for both men and women. We were fortunate to rent an AirBnB near Harbor Town with a balcony overlooking the boats and a view of people coming and going.
What didn’t expect when we arrived was that the harbor was “under repair.” Hurricane Matthew had come in like a lion, roared enough to tear up what man had created, and then moved on. Our room with a view was still a room with a view, but an unexpected one.
But we were drawn to it. In fact, we took our coffee outside each morning to watch the workers hauling, hammering, and handling equipment, all without falling into the brink.
By week’s end, they were gone. No more barges piled high with machinery. No cranes lifting beams. No men wielding heavy drills and hammers. Faits accomplis. And the harbor was back to doing what it had always done — harboring boats from all over in one small, but beautiful setting surrounded by pretty shops and gourmet restaurants.
And we had a our view: a clear shot of the lighthouse of Harbor Town, reflected in unobstructed waters.
Tina Schell
We’re about 2 hours north of Hilton Head along the coast and we were so much more fortunate than they were during Matthew. So glad to hear they’re seeing light at the end of the tunnel. Speaking of light though, you did a wonderful job of capturing it! Your full reflection of the red/white beauty is perfect. Nicely done!
Oh, the Places We See
Wow! What a nice compliment from a photographer I admire. I’m not sure if I used manual settings or not on that one — I’m in love with auto and hate to wean myself! 🙂 But it is fun to try different settings to see what looks best. Hope spring is morphing beautifully into summer where you are.
Maggie
Beautiful spot to reflect. I love lighthouses.
Oh, the Places We See
We do, too. And often we run into people at the lighthouses who are “checking them off,” so to speak. Their goal is to see them all. Would be a fun way to travel!
anotherday2paradise
Great images! The red and white lighthouse is the clear winner here. 🙂
Oh, the Places We See
Well, actually we were the clear winners! If you could see how many shots I took of this one lighthouse, you’d know I was enthralled! Thanks so much for taking a look.
dawnkinster
Very interesting! Love the images but thst last one is simply wonderful.
Oh, the Places We See
It was taken on my last night. And it’s one time I wish I had had a tripod. I held tight and as steady as I could so as not to distort the light. So very glad you like it!
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Judy @ NewEnglandGardenAndThread
Nice choice for the challenge, and a great view. 🙂
Oh, the Places We See
You’re right about that view, Judy. When we rented the condo, we liked the idea of being near the harbor. But never did we realize we could watch the sun rise and set near the lighthouse. A nice bonus! Thanks for taking a look.