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I like big bodies of water. So far, I've only visited two of the Earth's four oceans. I've also walked many large ocean inlets: the Gulf of Mexico, Puget Sound, and the Bay of Fundy. I enjoy the saltwater; watching dolphins swim or breaching whales is a thrill. I also like the beaches, mainly for the seashells.

Although some say people shouldn't take shells, beach-goers are combing the shores, looking for them from sun up to sundown; myself included. While most want to find the big shells, I prefer the small ones. I carry them in my van to give to people and brighten their day. Imagine handing...