Nearest thing on Earth to the Outskirts
Over on Twitter, Nicole (@nlisa) directed my attention to this:
http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/red-seabeach
I don’t want to post the actual photo without permission (I’m pretty sure I’d violate copyright law by snagging and publishing). Â But do follow the link above and take a look.
It’s now doing duty as my desktop background. Â I look at it lots. Â Especially as this week was officially Day Job Hell Week, to be followed by Son of Day Job Hell Week, coming soon to a theater of life near me.
And then I can stop and breathe.  And think.
In other news: Â I saw The Martian! Â I’d like to write a review but, no time right now. Â Short version: Yes, yes, do go see it. Â Also, read the book by Andy Weir. Â Do both of those things, in whichever order you like. Â Works both ways.
October 17th, 2015 at 4:24 pm
Thanks for that link. I’ve always tried to imagine the Outskirts, but an author-endorsed “sorta like this” post is most welcome!
October 18th, 2015 at 7:04 am
Looks pretty unreal. Lacks lichen towers around the water, though 😉