I like walking the beach as it is good for the body, mind, and soul – and refreshing on my feet.
The vast water is the sea of knowledge – everything humankind knows. So many topics – each with width and depth. Not separate silos because topics intersect with multiple related topics.
Although the water have a degree of consistency over the millions of years, our knowledge has greatly grown since the European Renaissance – a time in history marking a rebirth in knowledge and art – a time for scholars, new ideas, and new discoveries as the scientific age was born.
Time as demonstrated that knowledge builds on itself. In reality, science builds information on previously known information. Although the Greeks proposed the idea of matter being composed of unseen particles, evidence for the atom is relatively new. From John Dalton’s proposed atomic theory in the 1820s, scientists have built evidence-based information about the atom with great detail.
Next came the atom’s positive and negative charges in the late 1800s-early 1900s; followed by the identification of protons and electrons. Neutrons were discovered until 1932. In the early 1960s, evidence about the existence of smaller particles known as quarks and their associated forces developed. Through all of this, the atom remains as the foundational structure of matter.
As I look at the sea, I’m reminded of how little I know and how much there is to learn – but the more I learn, the more I realize how much I don’t know. The sea of knowledge seems endless.
While knowledge is good for the mind, it can also wreaks havoc on the soul. Nonetheless,I like to walk the beach for it is good for the mind, body, and soul – and refreshing on my feet.
So much to learn and so little time is Obama’s fault. Good post, Frank.
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John,
When I saw your comment, I knew the perfect response to Carrie (the second commenter). 🙂
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I went back to look. Perfect. (Her joke was a good one)
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Two atoms are walking along the beach. One of them says:
“Oh, no, I think I lost an electron.”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes, I’m positive.”
Sorry, couldn’t resist a little science joke. Your post started it. 😁 But I agree–a walk along the beach is indeed good for the mind, body, and soul. Wish I could do it now. Someplace warm. That isn’t NE Ohio.
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Carrie,
Believe it or not, I’ve never heard that one before. But you cannot blame me (through this post) for using it because that qualifies as Obama’s fault. Meanwhile, stay warm.
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I’m double-sweatered as I type this!
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Yuk!
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Oh come on, the sweaters aren’t that ugly. 😉
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LOL … Now that aspect I didn’t consider!
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Beaches have something very romantic about them and beach walks are lovely. My love for beaches is never ending.
Lovely read, Frank!
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Eloquent,
Cheers to you being a fellow beach walker! Unfortunately for me, a beach isn’t near, therefore I wrote these earlier this year.
These were actual thoughts while walking, then I recorded them soon thereafter – and eventually transforming them into a post. I invite you to read the others … here’s the link. https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/category/beach-walking-thoughts/
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I don’t have any beaches near either. In fact, I live in a part of India where there are no beaches. You have to travel like 500 kms or so to get there. 😶
But I love them inspite of all that.
Thank you for inviting to your blog. I’ll pay a visit soon. 😊
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Oh my … the beach is quite the distance for you, too. Desiring the beach from afar isn’t enjoyable.
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I know that all too well. The struggle is real, my friend.
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Peace and strength to you.
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Thank you, Frank. 🌸
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I’m looking forward to standing on a beach soon and wondering how I fit into the hidden world of atoms, protons, electrons, neutrons, and quarks.
I also enjoyed the video today although it sequenced me into a car commercial which annoyingly battered down my vow to go 300,000 miles on my present vehicle.
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Tim,
One recommendation for your walks … Just keep thinking … and then try to transform them into written words soon after the walk .. so that would be a draft to be cleaned and improved later.
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Will do. In fact I kept a journal each day during my recent European trip and enjoyed it greatly, especially when done over Belgian beer or espresso coffee.
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A good exercise.
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Well, Frank , this post demonstrates how poetical can science be .Well done!
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Tink,
Many thanks for the kind words. I recall the walk when recording these thoughts came to mind. Poetic rhythms did come to mind – but that’s not my natural rhythm. Besides, I couldn’t write while walking. Here’s the first post as I introduced the walk. https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/2017/02/21/on-a-beach-walk-no-1/
Although I don’t consider myself as a poet (or even close to it), I’ve have tried to establish a rhythm in each post.
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You’re so clear telling about the complexities of atom theory. And don’t I see it every day: Whenever I learn something new, there are doors opening to multitudes of other, new rooms and spaces of the unknown. As long as I want to know, there’s no end to it. And, yes, science is poetic!
Elliington
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Arletta,
Welcome first-time commenter. Thanks for the kind words. I love your metaphors with learning involving doors, rooms, and spaces. Although I don’t live on or near a beach, maybe those thoughts will expand on a future walk. 🙂
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And dogs love it too! (There’s something freeing about watching a thrilled dog dance and run on the beach sands….Molly doesn’t trust the waves and water..her diversity of thought is acceptable HAHA)
There’s different kinds of knowledge. Sensory input qualifies….and balances. Great post!
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Mouse,
Dogs, like people, each react differently to the beach and its waters. No what they do, they are fun to watch.
In terms of knowledge, sensory inputs are so important, I doubt that inputs come any other way.
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Lovely and insightful post, Frank! You must miss your beach walks in the winter. Do you go for beach walks in the winter, along a frozen lake or river? There would be no sand and water to refresh your feet. Yet, I still find it extremely stimulating.
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Resa,
We walk year round, but (at least to me) my mind is more free on the beach. Besides, being away from home helps. I first drafted this post early this year from the beach – then published them throughout the year – thus why the series is running out. I guess that means I better return to the beach.
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It’s really true for me, Frank, that I know the ocean and the beaches SO well, at least in familiarity, yet there is amazing mystery attached. I purchased a book earlier this year that is still sitting in my “to read” pile, but you may have interest. I don’t recall how I found the book, but likely NPR reviews. “Tides: The Science and Spirit of the Ocean” by Jonathan White will be priority reading soon. A lovely post, my friend.
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Debra,
No matter the topic of my beach walk, I know you can relate on multiple levels. Thanks for the book recommendation. Just looked a several reviews, so it could be something that I enjoy.
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