Let me take you all on a trip down memory lane, back to the  80’s when life was simpler and the beach was the ultimate destination. I remember spending my summers on the sandy shores, soaking up the sun and building sandcastles. But what stands out the most in my mind is the lack of tattoos back then. Yes, you heard that right, no tattoos on the beach! Can you believe it?

Everyone was too busy playing volleyball, splashing in the ocean, and enjoying the salty breeze to worry about permanently marking their skin. And let me tell you, it was a sight to see. All those bare arms and legs, no ink in sight. But it wasn’t just about aesthetics, it was a sign of a healthy lifestyle.

Fast forward to today, and it seems like everyone has a tattoo or two, or three, or more. Don’t get me wrong, tattoos can be beautiful and meaningful, but it’s also important to remember to take care of our bodies. Back then, being healthy meant having a natural and unmarked canvas, and I can’t help but feel a little nostalgic for those days.

So next time you hit the beach, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of an unmarked body. And who knows

souls who took on the gnarly waves at Ocean Beach, San Diego in 1966

Pacific Beach, San Diego 1967

Girls at a festival, Coral Springs, 1983