I used to walk Manhattan Beach every morning. The sun would rise, the creatures would talk, and these stories would just… happen.
They’re not deep. They’re not complicated. They’re just observations from a beach where everyone—human and otherwise—seems to have figured something out.
If you need a few minutes of calm before the chaos of the day begins, join me at the beach.
Coming Soon!
BeachAlert: Your Daily Dose of Beach Perspective
The clams share their philosophy. The seagulls dispense advice (with a touch of superiority). The surfers teach patience. The waves keep coming, one after another after another, shaping the world.
I used to walk this beach regularly at sunrise and write about these “conversations.” Short, whimsical pieces that somehow made the rest of the day make sense.
Now these stories can be part of your morning too.
What You Get
– One short episode delivered to your inbox every morning at 6-ish
– 2-3 minutes to read with your coffee or green tea or whatever
– Conversations with beach creatures who understand life better than most humans I know
– No preaching — just mild observations that let you draw your own conclusions
– Consistency — same time, every day, like the tide
Who’s at the Beach?
The Clams — Cheerful, wise, and firmly believe that Sunday is every day if you want it to be
The Seagulls — Pompous, snobbish, call everyone “dahling,” and are usually right about everything
The Surfers — Patient souls who know that waiting is part of the ride
The Pelicans — Ungraceful but effective, they know that style points are optional
The Seals — Experts at knowing when to push and when to rest
And many others — sandpipers, lifeguards, tide pool creatures, driftwood with stories to tell.
How It Works
1. **Subscribe** — Free for 30 days
2. **Receive** — One story every morning at 6am
3. **Read** — 2-3 minutes of beach calm before your day begins
4. **Decide** — After 30 days, continue for just $5/month (or $50/year)
Start Your Free Month (Coming Soon!)
No credit card required. Cancel anytime.
Your inbox will thank you.
The clams definitely will.
(So will the seagulls, if they can suspend their superiority for a minute).
Watch This Space for Updates
- Coming Soon! The Grand Re-Launch of BeachAlert - February 18, 2026
- Is Scientology Unnecessary? - October 31, 2019
- Another Scientology Criminal Case - October 23, 2019