Seasnell 

 Fever 



Written by Lynn Houser 

 Photos by Scott D. Taylor 



If you've visited the beach, 



you've probably found 

 a shell that caught your eye 



or stole your heart. 

 Some shells shimmer and 

 sparkle, begging you to pluck 

 them from the wet sand. 

 Some boast twists 

 and curves so complex they 

 rival most roller coasters. 

 Many are heavy and sturdy, 

 while others are so 

 lacy thin and delicate 

 they crumble in your hand. 



A few, if held close 

 to your ear, play the tune 

 of the roaring surf. 



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COASTWATCH 9 



