Compassion makes a difference
Mother Nature brought us a subdued and peaceful sunrise. The pre sunrise was almost black and white with just a hint of pink. When the sun came up it was surrounded by swirly golden clouds.
A turtle hatchling got a lift from an NSB Turtle Tracker this morning. The little nugget was disoriented from the lights at a nearby condo.
As she was swimming away she said, “I bring the message of accepting help when you get turned around. Us baby turtles have quite a journey, swimming 40 miles to seaweed where we can rest, so we happily receive assistance to make our journey successful. Compassion for others really does make a difference."
Sandwich terns were diving for snacks in the waves encouraging us to commit to our goal. The little one said, ”Go ahead, dive in! Make the commitment and go for it. See what kind of splash you can make. At the very least, you will get practice diving.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Committed
Make a splash
Things are falling into place
Ahhhh, a sweet and salty sunrise with just a few clouds on the horizon and calm ocean. Pelican Highway traffic was surprisingly light, while seagulls street was packed. The flock of seagulls flew in after the sunrise feeling rambunctious and playful.
The group of seagulls lined up like a totem pole said, “We are here to remind you that things are falling into place. Sometimes we can’t see all the people, places and things aligning, but not to worry, it is happening.”
After sunrise a sweet squirrel was striking pose. She said, “I’m the messenger of freezing to take in the moment. Im here to remind you to play."
"Yes it is important to save for the future but not to hoard your nuts so much you stop having fun. Take time to play and giggle because your joy can attract all kinds of abundance!"
Wishing you an abundant day friends!
Sit tall, hold your petals high
WOW! Mother Nature used her special ray of light paint brush today bringing us a spectacular light show. Light jetted from the huge fluffy clouds for an hour filing the air with promise for a new day.
A person in the shape of the lotus position appeared in the clouds brining us a powerful message. The lotus roots in the ground then reaches for the sun, encouraging us to seek truth and enlightenment. The lotus position reminds us to sit tall and release what no longer serves you so we are able to hold our petals (Heart) high and open.
The ocean was calm except for perfect surfing waves. Two surfers were catching waves when I reached the shore. The expression on the girls face says it all, “Enjoy riding the waves! Paddling to get in front of the wave is half the fun! If you love what you do the effort is fun!"
A seagull and the other surfer bring the message of being fully present in the moment so you are ready to change directions quickly. The seagull said, “It’s an art to be fully grounded in the body, yet light on your feet. Be open to following the energy and momentum, even if it carries you in a direction you didn’t expect.”
Wishing you a day filled with light and hope!
Cloud person in lotus position top left
Cloud person
Tales from the lagoon ~ Episode - Summer time fish fly
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Summer Time Fish Fly
August is historically the slowest dolphin action month in the part of the Indian river lagoon where I hang out the most. The past 7 days we had an upwelling which brought cooler water and some stinging jellyfish. Jellyfish are not my favorite, I was surprised to get stung on both legs by one jellyfish!
Loads of turtles, manatees and a couple pelicans were hanging around grabbing snacks while the dolphins enjoyed hugs and kisses. The cooler water seemed to make the dolphin frisky, enjoying tossing fish and jumping for joy.
Emma the resident kitty cat likes to sit on the seawall and watch the world go by. She loves to watch the birds and sometimes goes in the mangroves to get a glimpse at the crabs and dolphins. I never know who is going to show up to the lagoon….
Stay tuned for more tales!
Emma watching the birds and dolphins go by
Dare to dream
It was an eventful sunrise with dolphins, sharks, birds and a rocket launch. Dolphins fed just past the waves, a spinner shark leaped out of the water while the flock of chatty seagulls came in to share in the joy of a new day.
The sun came up a big ball of light surrounded by fluffy clouds and a calm ocean. Rays of light jetted into the sky filling the air with hope and excitement.
Before sunrise a rocket launched bringing loads of people to the beach. I usually just photograph nature related animals and landscapes but the rocket was a big part of the morning.
I asked a seagull what he thought about the rocket and he said, “The rocket shows us how our thoughts become reality. Manifesting your hearts desire starts with your thoughts and passion.”
When the rocket was gone it left behind a question mark in the sky asking us, “What are your dreams?”
Wishing you magical day friends!
Dolphin
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- A Week in the life of pip the pelican
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - A Week in the Life Of Pip the Pelican
Hi Everyone! It’s me Pip the Pelican with a Lagoon Update. If you are just meeting me, I have many names but my favorite is Puppy. Shelley named me Puppy because I like to put everything in my mouth, even if it isn’t good for me. You see, I pick things up and swirl it around in my pouch like a fine wine. If it isn’t food I eventually drop it.
This week I was just couldn’t stop playing with the crab house ropes. I pulled on all the ropes but I couldn’t pull them up. I don’t like shrimp, it tastes yucky so I don’t think I want to eat a crab but I am very curious. I think maybe I’d like to set them free.
A sign of good bird health is if we are bathing. Well this week I got an A+ in grooming. Us birds flap our wings really hard on the water, splashing the water around to get any bugs and dirt off. When birds have bugs it means we are not feeling good. I’m happy to report I’m keeping the bugs off!
After I bathe I give myself a good shake then like I try to keep my wings dry by holding them up. I don’t know if all birds do this but Shelley says it’s like I just left a hair salon and I don’t want to mess up my hair.
The dolphins have been around too, along with Spot the egret, Mikey the great egret and Victoria the mean girl pelican. Ok, well maybe she isn’t mean but that’s another story. The momma dolphins and babies have been playful, but not staying in the lagoon long, just coming in to grab snacks and go.
So many more stories to tell! Stay tuned for more tales!
PS~. The sunrise for Tuesday is the previous post.
I’m so handsome
I’m very curious! I want to pull up the crab house with the rope.
Courage to rebuild
The air was cool as I walked to the beach. I could see the pink glow in the distance fill-in game with anticipation. The ocean was calm soaking up all the colors like a shimmery blanket. A soft fluffy cloud in the sky looked like a dove bringing the feeling of hope and promise of a new day.
The waves were perfect again but instead of dolphins we had a shark swimming along the shore in the waves.
She said, “I bring the message of embracing your sensitivity. Much like the wasp from yesterday, I encourage you to take action. Use your sensitivy to know how to kick into gear. Don’t worry about the outcome, just keep swimming.”
A starfish on the beach brings the message of regeneration and healing. Life isn’t always easy so I’m here to remind you of your innate ability to heal and feel renewed. Give yourself a little time, remembering you have the courage to rebuild.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Plan, Take Action, Play!
The pre sunrise color show was spectacular! All the colors came to gather for a breathtaking, heart opening display of beauty. The soft fluffy clouds were soaking up the ever changing light show.
The ocean was calm expect for perfect surfing waves calling out to the surfers and dolphins to come play. The flock of seagulls came in hot and chatty again. They were open winged soaking up the light.
A couple dolphin grabbing breakfast and surfing the waves, bring us the message of balancing work and pleasure. “Take time to play in the waves of life. Just a few minutes of play can shift your mood.”
Wasps and bees were sharing nectar from the wildflowers bringing us the message of taking action. While hanging upside down the wasp said, “I recommend making a plan, and taking action. Remember anything is possible! With your plan, harness your desire into action, stay the course, knowing you are stronger than you think.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Higher perspective to avoid distractions
The sunrise was for the birds today! The flock of seagulls flew in hot and spunky. With a light breeze and calm ocean, the vibe was serene. Dolphins cruised northbound in the distance grabbing breakfast while the flock danced in front of the sun.
They were showing off their acrobatic skills bringing us the message of play and quick change. They said, “Changing directions quickly is not just fun but necessary to go with the flow. Oh and walking on sunshine is fun too!”
After sunrise I ran into a what I think is a Coppers hawk. Maybe my bird friends can help me know for sure? He was stalking his breakfast when I showed up to connect.
He said, “I bring the message of focus and clear vision. I’m here to encourage soaring high to get a higher perspective and avoid distractions. Getting the birds eye perspective can help you navigate any obstacles so you can stay focused on your goal.”
“Also, did you know hawks mate for life? They bring the message of commitment. Whether you are in a relationship or not, staying committed to your heart’s desire is a great way to keep your heart open and feel fulfilled.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Break out of routines
Ahhhh, a cozy morning courtesy of sea fog and Sahara dust. The color show stayed muted until the sun came up to greet the day. The breeze created textured waves as they rolled toward shore.
A solo baby turtle was making his way to the water bringing us the message of following our instincts. The little one said, “I am born knowing exactly which way to go. Even when condo lights confuse my sense of direction, I have an inner knowing of my truth that I trust. I am the reminder to avoid distractions and stay the course of your hearts desires.”
The flock of seagulls came in after sunrise feeing spunky and fun. I asked them why they returned from their trek up north so soon. They said, “We find it’s good to break out routines and schedules. When you color outside the lines, you find new experiences can come to you.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
I’m away from the sunrise today for the Ocean Float. I wanted to use this opportunity to say THANK YOU and let you know how grateful I am for all your support and encouragement.
Roy, my late husband, and I spent countless hours brainstorming about how we could help more people find peace and balance. We were always bouncing around ideas about classes, books, retreats, you name it we were taking about it.
We were also just as passionate about the environment. We believed if we could help people let go of the stress and trauma they would feel better and then take better care of themselves and the planet.
Fast Forward to a year after he passed, he came to me in a dream and took me shopping for a professional Canon camera.
The camera brought life back to me by connecting directly with nature and animals which helped heal my heart.
What I didn’t realize until the premiere of the documentary, My Invisible Husband, is Roy figured out a way for us to reach more people through photography and the film!
What I know for sure is our passion to help people and the environment continues because of all of you!
All of your likes, shares, comments and encouragement help spread the beauty of nature and creates unity. This seems especially important at a time when we can feel divided and worried.
From all of my heart to yours, THANK YOU for helping spread the healing beauty and joy of Mother Nature. Thank you for being my pod, I'm truly grateful for the connections!
Photography website
Ocean Float website
Documentary website
Let me illuminate all you need to see ~ The Sun
Surf’s Up!
What a fun and beautiful morning. Sharks and stingrays played in the waves close to shore while surfers a solo dolphin and Pelican Highway took to the waves further out.
The Sahara dust was thick this morning keeping the light low and cozy. Seagull street was frisky, stopping to show off their tattered feathers saying, “It’s true, the elements can be hard on us but we know we are still beautiful. Being tattered just means we are living which we highly recommend.”
A surfer waiting on a wave in front of the sun brings us the message of soaking up the energy of the sun. The sun is a unifying symbol of life, energy, and clarity. The sun says, “Let me illuminate all you need to see. I encourage you to use my light to fill you and give you strength.”
Lastly the waves bring us the message of trust. As one surfer caught a wave, another was going out through the same wave reminding us not every wave is ours to catch. Not to worry, what is meant for you will never pass you by.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
How to wait on a wave in the shark bite capital of the world
One in, one out
Be flexible and open to the flow
Mother Nature used the Sahara Sands to showcase her bronze color palette. The salty breeze was light and felt good against my skin. Several seagulls flew in to enjoy the sunrise and connect.
They were reaching for the sky with wind open wings. One stopped on a dime to change direction saying, “It’s important to stay open to quick changes."
"I recommend expecting the unexpected, let yourself be flexible and open to the flow of energy. Remember to keep your wings and heart open, it makes the process more rewarding.”
Another seagull was hanging in place brings the message of slowing down each moment to give yourself more information. “You see, being present in the moment can show you synchronicities that can guide you forward.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Open to quick change
Balance, Play, leaping forward
Mother Nature brought us a simple yet beautiful sunrise this morning. The absence of clouds and heavy haze created a cozy and serene vibe. The color show was muted until the golden ball of light came up to fill the sky with warmth and hope.
Pelican highway was causing mostly southbound white the flock of seagulls came in to enjoy a crab breakfast.
Mikey the great egret brings the message of leaping forward. He said, “Taking a risk doesn’t mean it always works out the way you want it to. Leaping is about courage and the experience. Relax, lean back and trust things will work out.”
A squirrel was watching the sunrise for a long time. She said, “Us squirrels bring the message of hard work but also one of balance, playfulness and adaptability. A nice balance with work and play is important to feel solid.”
"Squirrels love to play because playfulness makes us happy. Embrace your inner squirrel today and have some spontaneous fun! It’s helps lighten the load. I also encourage seeing life through the eyes of another because it can bring compassion and understanding.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Leap forward
Seeing the sunrise through the eyes of another
Move forward fearlessly
WOW! Mother Nature brought us another dramatic sunrise with fluffy clouds, rain on the horizon and heart expanding reflections on the wet sand. The almost new moon and Venus together in the sky added to the powerful vibe.
New moons bring us the energy of new beginnings and fresh starts. This particular almost new moon is situated in the sky to bring us a boost with manifesting our hearts desire. This new moon says, “Use my energy! This month I bring you a feisty and magical energy to make your dreams come true. I am bringing bold energy for you to harness hope, faith and zest to move forward fearlessly.”
We have a record number of turtle nests this year which means baby turtles are going to start showing up. This morning 2 baby turtles agreed with the almost new moon. They said, “We have an innate knowing of our path. We have an inner drive toward our destiny. We remind you to tap into your inner guidance to take you forward.”
Our journey is long and can be dangerous. We represent staying the course, remain resilient, trust us when we say, you are stronger than you know.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
The waves appear when you need them
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat.
Mother Nature brought us a stunning and dramatic sunrise to kick off the week. The color show was exquisite, using every crayon in the box. The fluffy clouds kept the light low and cozy like a soothing blanket.
Waves catching the light were rolling toward shore for the surfers and Pelican Highway to enjoy. The waves and a solo surfer waiting on a wave brings us the message of patience, timing and enjoying the moment.
The waves ask us to be patient, savor this moment while we wait for the next wave of energy to carry us forward. Rest deeper into your body, feel the sensations and textures of the now, trust the timing, not to worry, the waves will appear to support you at just the right moment.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS Check out the previous post to see Pip the Pelican going for a walk.
Tales from the lagoon~ Episode-Walking with Pip the Pelican
Tales from the Lagoon- Episode - Taking a walk with Pip.
Hi I’m Pip the Pelican. I like long walks along dock, looking for fish, my friend Spot the Egret and twirling. I am very sweet and enjoy spending with my Hooman friend.
Because I’m like a puppy, I like to put all kinds of things in my beak.
I’m actually a good helper with picking up trash. When I see stuff floating or on the bottom, I scoop it up and toss it around.
This is how I decide if i should eat it. Usually if it’s trash, Shelley is yelling, “Puppy! That’s not a fish, Don’t eat that!” If it’s not a fish, I give it to Shelley to put in the garbage.
We are quite the trash team.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Loosen your grip to feel steady
So many fun cloud shapes soaking up the rainbow of colors. First light brought a misty pink cloud steaming up to touch a sliver of the almost new moon. A light breeze and calm ocean added to the serenity vibe.
When the sun came up, the color show switched to an intense copper glow giving new life to the cloud art. One of the clouds looked like a young Pegasus dancing in the sky.
After sunrise Spot the egret was grabbing breakfast. Spot is a very good fisher bird so I asked him his secret. He said, “I remind you to trust yourself to step out on the skinny branch. Sure it feels risky, but if you are centered and focused you are set up for success.”
“The secret key is to do the opposite of what you think which is loosen your grip to feel more steady. As you relax and rest into your feet you will feel solid no matter the foundation, because you are solid.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~
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Hello!
Thank you for your support! I'm truly grateful to be connected with you.
I'm excited to announce a Summer Sale! Everything is 15% off!
I have added new images to the website in most of the galleries. I've also added a gallery called Customer Picks for any of your favorites from the blog or social media. If you want me to add your favorite, just send a message with the date and image you like.
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