Let your Imagination soar
A magical morning with amazing cloud art with so many shapes including Pegasus, a unicorn, Aladdin, a poodle, Puff the Magic Dragon and Batman Peace Light Ray. What do you see in the clouds?
We had rain, sunshine and even a rainbow! With the unicorn shaped cloud it was definitely a message encouraging us to embrace our inner Peter Pan and let our imagination soar, feeling the magic in the sky.
The flock of seagulls came in hot to enjoy the sunrise and connection. They kept doing the wave, flying away and coming back in perfect unison reminding us to tune into to each other to create beautiful connections and teamwork.
After sunrise I ran into a warbler, they are super fast and adorable little birds. Although she is little she is a powerful singer brings us a big message of being heard. She said, “Be persistent, sing loud, communicate your heart’s desires and most importantly believe in yourself. Believe every decision and action brings you closer to your dreams, and in the meantime enjoy the moment.”
Wishing you a magical day friends!
Aladdin, Genie in a bottle, Person going to the right?
Horse with a hat, Pegasus, unicorn?
Pegasus, Puff the Magic Dragon
Let go to feel steady
It was a wowzer of a sunrise with beautiful reflections in the wet sand, velvety light on the ocean and a cool breeze. Low tide brought us the mirror image of the sunrise giving the morning an expansive feeling. The haze hanging over the shore felt extra cozy and supportive.
The huge sun, gave the ocean a kiss then hugged the clouds on the way up to greet the day. It looks to me like a meeting of a group of people near the sun reminding us things are unfolding behind the scenes to support us.
The flock of seagulls came in after the sunrise to say hello and enjoy bathtime. They were running in the water like little kids excited to play in the water. Pelican Highway was enjoying the huge waves as they cruised both north and southbound.
A few birds came together to bring us the message today. A mockingbird was in a tree singing and talking loudly. She brings the message of tapping into your intuition so you can communicate your heart’s desire. She says, “Go ahead, give your heart a voice.”
Lastly, a little green heron and snowy egret flew in to grab snacks. Both were on the skinny branch but barely holding on. They said, “I know it feel weird but you can release your grip to feel more solid. Trust yourself and the journey. Relax and let go to feel steady.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
A sparkly pelican highway
Mockingbird singing loud
Green heron says, “Relax your grip to feel more steady.”
Group meeting in the sun
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Evening Sushi Party
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Evening Sushi Party
A couple dolphin I haven’t seen a long time came in to have snacks about an hour before sunset. They were enjoying some sweet affection while resting between chasing fish.
One of the dolphin came super close to grab a fish. It was the time of day when the huge splash catches the light and makes beautiful water art.
Skylar, the osprey was chasing an intruding osprey who was coming into her turf. I was snapping away at the intruder over head when a gentleman on the dock yelled, “fish.” I looked to my left and saw Skylar scored a pretty large fish and was just hauling it out of the water!
The size of the fish was quite impressive because her left foot isn't able to help much with the lifting. She proudly took it her resting place for a sunset dinner while the dolphin had their meal.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Skylar with her large dinner
Let the waves wash over
Good Morning Everyone! Penny filled me in on how much she enjoyed consenting with you all while I was gone. It was really great to hang in the trees and it feels good to be back with my toes in the sand again and connected with you all.
The sunrise started out somewhat muted with calm and cool air. To the north, a huge cloud formed a pick circle, giving me the feeling of wanting to ask Scotty form the Enterprise to beam me through.
So good to see the flock of seagulls again! About a dozen of the them flew in as I arrived, then later a huge flock came in for bath time. So fun to be reunited. A few of them were letting the waves roll in against their little chests. They said, “Waves come and go, we encourage letting them wash over you. When the waves feel a bit daunting we highly recommend grabbing a friend to make the journey more fun.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
riding the waves together :)
A message from Penny
(The sunrise post for Wednesday 10.6.21 is before this post.)
Hi!
If you are just meeting me, my name is Penny. I’m head of the Hooman Relations department for Shelley. She put me in charge of the travel schedule, and holding down the fort when she is out of town. Don’t tell her but I’m not sure what a fort is, I just nod when she talks....she talks a lot to me.
Yesterday, she spontaneously decided to go hug some trees.
Now this had me confused because us birds may sit in trees but hug one?!
If you see a bird hugging a tree something went wrong, like they missed the highway completely. She ensured me there was nothing to worry about, that she would be safe.
She will be back in a few days, she appreciates your support very much! Then she smothered me in kisses and flew out the door.
Rest deeper into your legs
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat.
Mother Nature used her fall color palette again with a heavy emphasis on a woozier of an orange glow. With clouds and a salty layer of fog hovering above the shoreline the morning had a dark and cozy vibe.
The flock flew in before sunrise and only stayed for a short bath time. Pelican Highway traffic is picking up for the winter. The ocean was churning and catching the orange light adding to the intense beauty of the morning.
After sunrise, Mikey the great egret was catching snacks and brings us the message of the day. He said,”Us egrets know how to be grounded and centered. We have long skinny legs that may not seem very sturdy but we know resting deeper into our legs gives us a solid foundation. By being solid and present we can take action quickly and grab our snacks.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Flying together as one
With rain just before sunrise Mother Nature brought us another dramatic sunrise with deep and intense colors. The ocean was soaking up the yummy colors adding to the beauty of the morning. At one point two clouds came together to form a purple cloud portal. The energy around it felt amazing.
The flock of seagulls flew in hot and happy. They bring us a few messages. A few of them said, “Just a subtle lean into a new direction can create a shift. Go ahead, lean in, it’s safe.”
They were enjoying some self care time, including napping, bathing and kissing. We are heading into season when the snow birds arrive exhausted and desperately in need of rest, bringing us the message of taking time to restore to reset balance.
Pelican Highway traffic was flying by in spurts. “We know we can fly farther and faster with more ease if we fly as one. Harnessing the power of each other creates greater momentum. For us teamwork is not only helpful, it's a way of life.”
Wishing you a groovy day friends!
Purple cloud portal
Pelican Highway
Sleepy and very tired little nugget
lean in, just a little shift can make a big change
Angels all around
What an amazing and angelic sunrise! The almost new moon was bright as I walked to the beach. New moons bring a wonderful opportunity to set new intentions. This particular moon focuses on relationships, including the one we have with ourself. It also asks us to look at our path to ensure it is the path our heart wants and not the path someone else may want for you.
Along with the magical moon, Mother Nature had a special guest appearance from a sweet cloud angel sitting on the horizon who lifted up the sun to shine bright. The angel said, “We are all around, al you have to do is be open to seeing and feeling us. We love and support you."
And if that wasn’t enough the flock of seagulls flew in heart and wings open ready to hang out. About a half dozen royal terns came with the seagulls. Terns are full of personality! They love to talk. He said,”I’m taking the advice of the moon and expressing my needs in a passionate way. My tern buddy is a very patent and good listener which deepens our connection.”
Wishing you a day feeling loved and supported!
almost new moon
Angel helping the sun come up for the day
A beautiful angel, you can see her feet near the water
I’m listening….
Director of My invisible husband wins award!
The Reel Deal Film Festival Rosies ward ceremony was this morning.
I am very proud to announce Brent Eite won the Cinematography Award for his work on the documentary, My Invisible Husband! So proud and happy for you Brent!
Along with the privilege of being the premiere film, My Invisible Husband also won the audience award!
Thank You everyone for your support!
Feel it to heal it
A dramatic sunrise brought to you by Mother Nature. She used a deep and intense color palette today showing off her fall collection. With rain showers around, the sand was wet and the air moist smelling like fresh salty rain.
The ocean was churning with energy giving us a lively vibe. The flock of seagulls came in waves to say hello led my Hook, the seagull. Even though it was dark, he soaked up the light just right making him look extra gorgeous. He said, ‘The more light you can absorb, you the more beautiful you will feel.”
An osprey flew by looking for snacks bringing us the message of slowing it down to experience each moment. She then went on to say, “It’s safe to dive into your emotions, trust you will come up for air. I’m here to remind you, in order to heal, it is most helpful to feel.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Hook the seagull and crew
Osprey before first light freezing the moment.
Lift each other Up
Today the photos are a combination of the sunrise from yesterday and today. Both days were very similar with Pelican Highway, staying close and flying low to avoid the wind, while the flock of seagulls used the wind to hang in place and connect. Yesterday, gorgeous purple rain streamed from the pink clouds on the horizon.
Before sunrise a cloud formation looked like a seahorse but morphed into two people. To me it looked like one person was supporting the other while they reached out to hug each other.
It seems Pelican Highway, the flock of seagulls and Cloud People have the same message of support and love. They said, We remind you to lift each other up with love and acceptance. Work together to navigate the elements. Keep your hearts and arms open ready to receive love.”
Wishing you a beautiful day filled with love.
Amazing premiere!
Thank you everyone who came last night to the premiere of My Invisible Husband.
Thank you Reel Deal Film Festival for the honor of being the premiere film of the festival. What an amazing night!
I’m blown away by the support. As I witnessed a room full of people watch the film I was overwhelmed with emotion, actually I still am.
The reaction to the film has me struggling to find words. The outpouring of love and approval of the film feels incredible. I am thrilled it was received with open hearts. I’m truly grateful.
I hope to know soon how to share it with more people.
Stay Tuned.
Improvise and be flexible
There were fluffy cotton ball clouds sprinkled throughout the sky. The breeze was carrying them gently down the shoreline. The flock of seagulls were waiting when I reached the water, while Pelican Highway stopped for snacks just past the waves.
Sadly, the card I use in my cameras decided to stop working half way through the sunrise, so I am unable to post photos from this morning. My camera brings the message of being flexible and going with the flow. Let go of the outcome, improvise and follow what feels energizing.
Since I’ll be up past my bedtime tonight for the film premiere, I won’t be photographing the sunrise tomorrow. I’ll be back Saturday morning!
Wishing you a beautiful couple of days!
Send out ripples of love and joy
WOW! Before I reached the beach, the purple angel wings took my breath away. So big and beautiful!
As I absorbed the energy of the wings in the sky, the flock flew in close super close to connect before the sun came up.
One of the seagulls leaned back mid flight and said, “Go ahead, relax into the moment. Imagine leaning back, trusting your path to catch you. Ahhh, it’s so nice not to brace for the next bump.”
After the sun came up, Piper, the sandpiper stopped by for some bath time. She said, “Even though I’m a tiny bird I have the ability to make a big and beautiful splash sending out golden waves. You see, size doesn’t determine the size of the ripples you send out into the world. The ripples come from who you are and how you feel. Will you join me in sending out waves of love and joy?”
Wishing you a day filled with love and joy!
Angel and Butterfly?
Making a splash
Sending out beautiful ripples
I’m super cute
Lean back and take it all in
Easy Does It
With slightly cooler temperatures and a light breeze, Mother Nature pulled out her fall color palette. She used a lovely arch shaped cloud over the sun adding to the beauty.
The flock was extra beautiful today lifting up in front of the sun with wings spread and hearts wide open, bringing the message of opening up to let love and light pour in.
A new One Legger seagull was resting, taking in the sunrise. I asked her how she was feeling and she said, “I just flew in from the north and feel a bit tired. I'm in need of rest to restore my strength.”
On the way off the beach I ran into 2 snails crossing the sidewalk who added to the message. They said, “Trust your pace and the process. Rest is necessary for the body to let go of stress. My snail buddy and I know we may have a different pace, we avoid comparing with each other so we can just enjoy our journey.”
Wishing you an ‘easy does it’ kind of day.
Beautiful bath time
Spread your wings and let the love and light pour in
A tired One Legger
Easy does it, no need to compare with others, everyone has a pace that is right for them.
Transformation is necessary to adapt
The pre sunrise was soft and sweet with a lovely pink hue to the sky and fluffy clouds layered on the horizon. When the sun came up the golden rays of light streamed through the clouds into the ocean. The energy felt powerful and graceful at the same time.
The flock of seagulls come flying in hot showing their reflections in the wet sand. Pelican Highway was gliding southbound in front of the sun.
After the sunrise I ran into a dragonfly who brings us the message of strength and change. She said, “Although the wind is strong, my tiny body is very strong, reminding you that you are stronger than you think. I am also the symbol of transformation and change.”
“I am able to change directions quickly encouraging you to be light, flexible and open to going with the flow. Transformation is necessary to adapt and expand bringing us closer to living our full potential.”
Wishing you a groovy day friends!
Reflections of the flock
Pelican Highway
Sun kissing the ocean goodbye for the day
eyes show your essence
Another beautiful day in paraAnother beautiful day in paradise! Mother Nature brought in a massive hover cloud to add to the drama of the sunrise. Once the sun was up the cloud dispersed looking like cotton candy floating in the sky.
The dark colors, wind and temperature gave the morning have a definite fall feeling. The flock of seagulls were very active again today while Pelican Highway traffic used the wind to cruise southbound.
One Legger and Hook the seagulls, wanted to be extra close today, using the wind to hover in place. They bring the message of eye contact and connection. They said, “Look past the exterior and into each others eyes, it is there you see the essence of that person or animal. That’s how we can connect heart to heart, through the eyes.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
One legger connecting
Hook coming in to connect
The look Hook gives me when I tell him I love him.
Pelican Highway
Pelican Highway
One legger
Tales from the lagoon ~Saturday Soiree
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Saturday Soiree
2 dolphin, Moxie and Whisper, Skylar the resident osprey, a lone pelican and loads of flying fish had a Saturday party. The dolphin didn’t really start to party until the sun started to go down, then they started jumping and chasing snacks.
Skylar was quite busy defending her territory, keeping several osprey and a bald eagle away. She did dive for a fish but missed, then flew by and gave herself a good shake, flew to her perch to survey the area.
Fish were flying even when the dolphin were off relaxing, The solo pelican happily spent time diving in trying to grab dinner. The fish were elusive, so eventually the pelican left the party early.
So much life and action today! Stay tuned for more tales!
Skylar the osprey giving herself a good shake
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - TGIF!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - TGIF - Friday Party!
It was quite the hopping party at the lagoon around happy hour toady and into early evening. A couple of dolphin came in at mach speed chasing fish. Huge fish zoomed past me trying to escape the dolphin who grabbed the other fish just a few feet away.
Schools of fish were flying out of the water even when the dolphin were not around. At one point, Skylar, the resident osprey started screaming like her feathers were on fire. A minute later she passed in front of me to confront an an osprey with a fish, who entered her territory. The entire she time she was flying she was screeching like nails on a chalk board. I’m pretty sure she was yelling, “Get off my lawn!”
A high speed chase ensued for several minutes! They were bumping into each other in the air, diving, they pulling up like fighter jets, over and over. It was obvious the intruder was strong and an adept flyer, holding onto the fish with just one claw during the entire chase. After several minutes the chase took them away from the may area, so I couldn’t see how it ended. When Skylar returned, she flew over my head and looked quite proud of herself.
Stay tuned for more tales!
PS~Sunrise from Saturday is the previous post.
School is out for the weekend
Skylar giving the intruding osprey a piece of her mind
Skylar ready to ponce on the intruding osprey with a fish
Exhale
Dolphin Art
Shed light with a new angle
It was a wowzer of a sunrise with golden buttery light raining from the clouds filling the air with powerful waves of hopeful, heart expanding energy. The landscape changed several times making it seem as if there were 20 sunrises in one, truly a glorious sunrise!
I’ve been wanting photograph One Legger and Hook the seagull together for about a week and today they showed up together making that wish come true. They said, “The key to manifesting is to ask for what you want, then let go of outcome and the timing of it coming to fruition.“
The flock was really close and just above my head so I used the wide angel lens to capture their flight. They remind us to look at life from a different perspective. “Sometimes a different angle can shed new light on a stale situation. Take a step back, inhale, exhale and ask to see what it is hidden.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
One Legger and Hook are at the bottom of the flock
