You have the resources to dig deep
A momma loggerhead turtle just finished laying her eggs as the first glimpse of light appeared. The light stayed low and cozy courtesy of a layered clouds that felt like a cozy blanket.
Momma was definitely the highlight of the morning as she made her way back to the ocean. She brings the message of inspiration, perseverance and pacing yourself.
She said, “Trekking up to the dunes and back is no easy journey, but I know I have to get my future kiddos in the safest location possible. I’m here to remind you to go one step at a time. Rest when you need it, but most important know you have the resources to dig deep when you need it.”
Thank you Momma for inspiring me! It is truly an honor to meet such a wise and beautiful soul.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Head of hooman resources has a message
Hi! My name is Penny, I'm a pelican and in charge of Hooman Relations for shelley since 2018.
I'm here to let you know she is away until Tuesday or Friday. She wanted me to make sure you know how much she appreciates you all. And looks forward to reconnecting!
Have a great couple of days!
Manatees saying Happy Father’s Day
I'll be away from sunrise until Thursday. I thought I'd post a couple of male manatees for Father's Day. Wishing all the dad a happy day!
Look for people who bring harmony
Yesterday was a dark and overcast day so I didn’t take any photos of sunrise.
I was away from the sunrise today so the spoonbill asked to be the messenger today.
She said, "I'm the reminder to be adaptable and creative. Look for people places and situations that add to the harmony in your life. I encourage finding like minded people who bring balance and support to your life."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Another Party Before the Season Winds Down
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Another Party Before the Season Winds Down
We have had some interesting weather with intense storms, clouds, cool and hot temperatures, intense wind and sometimes all I of these in one day. That doesn’t stop the wildlife snacking with loads of splash time.
These are from earlier this week when a storm was rolling in and the male dolphins came in to play and snack. A couple mature pelicans joined in, hoping to grab a fish or two from the dolphins.
Historically the dolphin and pelican parties are long and big March through May and start to slow down in June. I’m looking forward to seeing if that is true this year.
Stay tuned for more tales!
keeping an eye on his buddy who is under water
Close with Pelicans
So, Do you come here often?
Zoom Zoom
Tune into others
The sand was still wet from the rain overnight. A chilly breeze, calm ocean and swirly clouds set the tone for a beautiful start to the day. A very chatty flock of gulls flew in for bath time.
The almost new moon was glowing in the sky as I walked to the beach. The energy of a new moon brings the energy of fresh starts and new beginnings.
This particular new moon is situated in the sky encouraging us to be open to quick changes, and increased communication. The moon said, “I am here to help you to communicate by tuning into others and what they have to say.”
A very chatty flock of gulls flew in for bath time. They said, “We love the wind, it makes us feel frisky and alive as they darted around, slamming on the brakes then finally landing to get squeaky clean. We agree with the moon, we have to be flexible and open to change to thrive”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Tales from the lagoon was on the road
What an honor to share Tales from the Lagoon with a lovely group at the New Smyrna Beach Yacht Club. Thank you Honeybee Jacobs for setting it up.
What a beautiful journey the last 5 years has been. So many amazing experiences and interactions I never even dreamed could happen.
Sharing it with others is such a treat!
Thank you for the invitation!
Ride the energy of the waves
Mother Nature used her swirly paint brush filling the sky with soft wispy clouds along with soft pastel colors before the sun came up to greet the day.
The ocean was calm like a lake except for perfect waves rolling in soaking up the light show.
Dolphins grabbed breakfast just beyond the waves. A solo dolphin to my left took a break from feeding to catch a wave.
She said, “When life sends you waves, I highly recommend riding the energy. It’s a great way to add adventure to journey and it’s fun!"
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Dolphin
Let go of fear and move forward
Mother Nature brought us a pretty in pink kind of sweet and salty sunrise. With a calm ocean and slight breeze the morning was extra calm. A chatty flock of gulls flew in before sunrise for bath time encouraging us to lead with our hearts.
It was like the wildlife door opened and a shark swam by as the sun was coming up, 5 ducks flew in, a yellow crowned night heron and a blue heron too!
The shark looking for breakfast in the waves said, “I use my sensitivity to know how to move forward. With my sense as my GPS, I can grab the abundant opportunities all around. I’m here to remind you to let go of any fear and go for what your heart’s desire.”
The blue heron and yellow crusted night heron were both engaging yet very focused. They remind us to stay focused, taking one step at a time. Big Blue added, “And give yourself a cool hairdo, it can boost your confidence.”
Lead with your heart
Shark Sunrise
Shark sunrise
Put your right foot in…..Hokey Pokey with a cool hairdo. ~Blue heron
Blue Heron
Yellow crusted night heron
Celebrate your wins
Mother Nature used every crayon in the box today giving us a gorgeous start to the the day. At first light the sky was blue and a soft pink with light rays jetting into the sky giving us a hopeful vibe.
The ocean was calm except for perfect waves rolling in close to shore soaking up the light show.
A chatty flock of gulls flew in before the sun ready for bath time. An osprey caught a fish to my left then flew by screeching.
She said, “Celebrate your wins! Gratitude for grabbing your goal is a great way to keep the momentum flowing and inspire others."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Grounded and aware to snatch your goal
With a cloud wall on the horizon, the morning stayed dark and cozy. A pink and blue hue filled the sky before the sun came up adding an intense golden glow to the sunrise.
A chatty flock of gulls flew in to say hello when it was still dark. One of the gulls kissing his reflection said, “Fall deeper in love with yourself.”
As I walked off the beach I ran into a yellow crowned night heron looking for breakfast. They are stealth hunters, able to eat a whole crab, shell and all.
He brings the message of being grounded and fully in the moment ready to snatch your goal. In the voice of Elmer Fudd he said, “Be verrrry quiet, I’m hunting crabs. Patience and awareness are my secret ingredient to success."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Make a commitment, One step at a time
Another sweet and peaceful sunrise with a calm ocean and light breeze. A huge cloud on the horizon looked like a mountain range keep the sun hidden for a long time. When the sun came up, the light jetted out like a star bring an immense feel of hope.
A small but chatty flock of gulls flew in to enjoy bath time in a tide pool while a couple osprey searched for food.
One osprey brings us the message of committing to your goal and diving in. She said, “Whatever it is you desire, go for it. It’s ok if you don’t catch your fish the first time, stay committed, you got this.”
More ducks joined the sunrisers to watch the beautiful sunrise near the dunes. One of them said, “We agree with the osprey, make a commitment and take it one step at a time. Enjoy the adventure.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Photo from TGIF post.
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode -Communication and Snacks
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode -Communication and Snacks
When I got to the lagoon, there was a solo dolphin already there. He stayed and was grabbing fish for about an hour when 3 more dolphin came in for an early dinner. The solo dolphin left as if passing the baton to the new pod.
The 3 buddies stayed and grabbed a few mullet and relaxed. There was chuffing and tail slapping which adding to the excitement. Chuffing is forceful exhale, often repeated several times.These are ways they communicate and hunt.
When they chuff and I am in the area, I back up and give lots of space. One day a couple years ago, the water was murky and I was in waist deep with a solo dolphin. He swam toward me chuffing with a great deal of intensity.
I backed up right away but was still in the knee deep water when he did it again. I backed out to my ankles thinking, “Wow, he is really angry.” About 2 minutes later a shark swam by. I thanked the dolphin and he left.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Kickin’ It
Flying fishy
Let’s your ducks fly with wild abandon
Ahhhhh, another serene sunrise with a light breeze and calm ocean. Beautiful rays of pink light jetted into the sky before the sun came up to greet the day.
A chatty flock of gulls flew in to enjoy the sunrise with their usual wings and hearts open ready to soak up the light.
The ocean looked more like a lake with a few waves rolling in after the sun came up. While photographing the sunrise 3 ducks flew in, landing near the dunes for some much needed grooming time.
They said, “We are here to remind you to take time to care for your physical body. We find, just a few minutes to get the bugs off and remove old feathers can make a big difference in how we feel.”
“We also want to let you know that saying about getting your ducks in a row….that’s just silly, let your ducks fly with wild abandon. It’s way more freeing and fun!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Open wings, open hearts
Slowing it down for self care
Pretty duck
Black Swans bring hope
Ahhhhh, a magical sunrise with only a slight breeze and calm ocean bringing us a peaceful start to the day.
As I walked to the ocean I could see tracks from a Momma Turtle who had already come and gone, leaving behind her eggs. She reminds us to trust our choices.
The waves were perfect as they rolled toward shore soaking up the light. They remind us how energy comes in waves, some are larger than others, but always there to assist us on our path. Ride the energy.
And if that wasn’t enough I saw my first pair of black swans! Apparently they are not naturally found here so their presence is even more special.
They said, “We bring the message of transformation, death and rebirth. We are a reminder that sometimes going through the dark night of the soul is how we emerge into the light. We are here to bring you hope.”
“We also mate for life, reminding you partnership of all kinds is an excellent way to feel supported and connected.”
Black swans!
Inspire others
WOW! What a beautiful masterpiece of a sunrise Mother Nature brought us this morning.Working with the Sahara sand fro Africa, the sunrise was filled with heart expanding beauty.
A chatty flock of gulls flew in to remind us to lift each other up. They said, “We flock together with wings and hearts open as a way to inspire and support each other.”
On the way off the beach, I ran into a male cardinal who was listening intently. He said, “Listen closely to others around you as well as your intuition. Pay attention to the guidance coming to you.”
“I’m also a reminder your loved ones from the other side are available for support and love, all you have to do is tune in.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Inspire each other
I’m listening said the male cardinal
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Spring Time Play Time
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Spring Time Play Time
The lagoon has been busy the last week with all kinds of wildlife popping in for snacks, romance, rest and more snacks.
Manatees, ducks, pelicans, gulls, dolphins and turtles. At times, it was so crowded the dolphins had to wait for the turtles or manatees to move so they could go grab a fish.
Milo and Pip the pelicans have been around almost daily along with a core group of mature pelicans who hang with the dolphins for fish.
Max, the dolphin with 2 shark bites (one old and one recent) has been in a few times. The other day I spent an hour with him alone. He was engaging and zipped by close giving me the side eye as he went to grab a fish in the shallows. That's the photo of the dolphin under water. I was wishing I had a wide angle lens for that swim by.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Milo the pelican
Max, the dolphin with 2 shark bites zipping by giving me the side eye on the way by.
Open your heart and show off your beauty
The moon was illuminated high in the sky as I walked to the beach. At first the sunrise was muted filling the sky with a hint of pink.
A chatty flock of gulls flew in for bath time. The warm water felt good as the waves rolled in.
A couple of willets were in the flock looking for breakfast. Willets can look nondescript until they open their wings.
Willy the Willet opened his wings showing off his bold colors and said, “Show off your beauty by opening your heart and wings. Join me in showing off your beauty that lies beneath the surface.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
New view gives perspective
Weeeeeeeeeee! It’s a windy start to the day. The bright and beautiful moon was setting as the sun came up to greet the day. A powerful combination for sure!
The ocean was churning soaking up the pink and and golden colors. Pelican Highway was flying high enjoying gliding with ease in the thermals.
A very chatty flock of gulls flew in and held in place using the support of the wind to hover. They bring us the message of seeing things from a different perspective. They said, “Sometimes just the slightest change in how we see a person, situation or experience can give us clarity.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Manatee Love Fest ~ Extended Video
I know most people don't watch long videos but I wanted to share in case a manatee lover wanted to see 5 hours of manatee loving in a 4 minute video.
The female wasn't in the mood for more snuggles and was bale to let the males know she needed rest and alone time. They tried to hug her but eventually relented when she said, "No Thank You".
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PS ~ Sunday Sunrise in previous post