Speaking of love. There are times when you get used to something or someone that you cannot answer the simple question "Do you love it?" It's same as to ask - do you love your right hand? It's true about family, friends and even places.
I've got to a conclusion that I feel claustrophobic when traveling in the city that doesn't have a beach (river/sea/ocean).
Living in LA we take ocean shore for granted. But I agree with you - it's a treasure! We try to spend most of our summer weekends on a beach. Now with my new hobby/sport - windsurfing it'll be even closer to me :)

Waiting for your pictures. My parents just came from a trip to Georgia. Will be interesting to compare experiences