Embrace stillness to gain clarity
The light was low when the flock flew in wings and hearts open ready to start the day. Wet sand reflected the beauty on the horizon as well as grooming time in the flock.
2 juvenile yellow crowned herons flew in to take in the sunrise. A rare sight for me to see 2 together! They said, We are here to encourage focus on stillness. Let the quiet calm you from the inside out. You see, stillness is a great way to gain clarity and receive guidance.”
“We are also patient birds, waiting for long periods of time before the time feels right to take action. Not worry if things feel slow, things are longing up for you at jus the right pace.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
juvenile yellow crowned heron
Reflective self care time
Hugs
Rainbows and the sunrise
Mother Nature brought us a very cozy morning with a layer of soft fluffy clouds. It was as if we were wrapped us in a comforting blanket, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and warmth.
Every crayon in the box was used today ending with a golden glow of light streaming into the sky with the hopeful vibe.
The message comes from last night when I found the pot of gold at a port-a-potty and a double rainbow!
“It’s true what they say: life is a roller coaster, full of ups and downs, and sometimes the lows can feel a bit, well, poopy. Those lows, as uncomfortable as they may be, often hold the most surprising treasures."
"We’re here to remind you that sometimes the greatest abundance comes from simply pushing through the messy parts of life.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Sometimes the best gold comes from the poopy times
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Party
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Party
This is the most active I have seen the lagoon in August since I started photographing in 2018. The pelicans were rapid fire diving while dolphins chased mullet.
Tarpon, larger than a new born dolphin were flying out of the water like popcorn. Sadly I didn’t get any photos of the big ones - they are the whoppers that got away.
Thank you full moon for the crazy good party!
Stay tuned for more tales!
Patience, take a breath and let the magic unfold
As I walked to the beach, thick blue fluffy clouds enveloped everything. I wasn’t sure we would have a sunrise but Mother Nature had a plan. Mother Nature brings us the message of patience, take a breath and wait for the magic unfold.
The sunrise was all about the light show today. As time passed, pink and purple joined the moody blues, the streaming gold light appeared changing the vibe of the morning.
As if on cue, Pelican Highway showed up at the same time flying through the beams of light. Pelican Highway said, “We are here to remind you to look for the light rays. Sure they may be tiny at times, but they are there. Your heart will know where to fly, you got this.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Take a time out to recharge
AHHHH, a soothing start to the day with a lake like ocean, pastel color show and cool breeze. The very loud and chatty flock flew in early with wings and hearts open ready to soak up the energy of a new day.
Lake Atlantic glistened with soft light. The supermoon was still bright and huge in the sky surrounded by pink and lavender clouds.
Our message comes from a laughing gull taking a time out on the cozy sand. She said, “Time outs are not just for kids. They are great way to rest, de-stress and recharge your battery. I highly recommend unplugging even if it is just for a couple minutes before taking flight again.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
A time out to recharge
Peek a boo
Be a unicorn, lean into your flock for support
Mother Nature brought us a powerful morning with the supermoon setting as the sun came up to greet the day. The full moon was high in the sky lighting up the morning before sunrise. As it drifted toward setting for the day it cozied up with the soft clouds looking extra dreamy.
Pelican Highway used the waves to glide down the beach, occasionally stopping at a rest stop for snacks.
Pixar, A laughing gull flew in early with a huge flock to grab a bath and a few moments of self care. Pixar, the pelican duo and the man in the moon came together to share the message today.
The moon started by saying, “I am situated in the sky bringing a climactic energy, asking you to be brave. Use my energy to be your authentic self, no matter what others think. Go ahead, be a unicorn!” Pixar said, “I agree with the moon, sure you may think all us birds look the same but we each have a unique personality. I’m here to encourage shadowing off what makes you different.”
The pelican duo added, “When things feel intense, grab your flock mate for support. Use the power of friendship and connection to help you keep flying.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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45 minutes before sunrise
20 minutes before sunrise
Pixar leaning in with a yoga pose
Trust and lean back
Ahhhhh, with a slight cool breeze the morning had a hint of fall in the air. Mother Nature used every shade of her her pretty in pink color palette, bringing us a sweet start to the day.
The sun came up as a beautiful pink and yellow ball brining us light and hope for a new day.
Big waves rolled toward shore calling to the surfers who answered and were coming from every direction.
The chatty flock flew in early to get a bath and connect. One of the laughing gulls brings us the message today saying, “It’s safe to trust and lean back. You are supported.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Pip’s Fishy Adventure is available!
Pip is ready to fly!
I am excited to announce: Pip's Fishy Adventure is now available on Amazon.com.
Stay tuned for other online purchase options as well as where to find Pip's Fishy Adventure in New Smyrna Beach.... coming soon. It will be approximately 10 days before the Pip books are local, I’ll keep you posted!
Click the link to go directly to Pip on Amazon
Almost full moon rising
Good Morning!
I'm off to the last group Ocean Float of 2024, so sharing the moonrise from last night.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
trust your instincts
Ahhhhh, a salty layer of fog lingered above the shoreline while the sky filled with a muted pink glow 30 minutes before sunrise. The ocean was loud churning toward shore with strength and power courtesy of the lunar influence.
The chatty flock of gulls flew in early ready for our usual bath time. Sahara dust muted the sun making it look like a pink balloon kissing the ocean goodbye for the day.
After sunrise an osprey spotted a fish floating on the surface of the water. She came in with her claws open and ready to pounce but changed her mind at the last minute.
She said, “I recommend being open to checking out opportunities. Trust your instincts to know whether to dive in, your inner guidance always knows what’s best for you.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Osprey coming in to check out a floating fish
About to pounce but she changed her mind
Embrace change
Good Morning! I'm away from the sunrise today, but felt inspired by all the dragonflies. Here are a few photos that didn't make earlier posts along with a message from the dragonfly.
The dragonfly brings us the message today. She said, “Even though I have delicate wings, I am able to make swift movements bringing the message of adaptability and transformation."
"I am a reminder to embrace change rather than avoid it. Life is full of unexpected turns, embrace your inner dragonfly and be ready to pivot, in order to grow.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~Check out previous post….just 72 more hours…
Pip’s Fishy Adventure is just 72 hours away
Discover the Magic of Wildlife with a New Children's Book, Pip’s Fishy Adventure! Coming in 72 hours.
The children's book is a beautiful 50-page journey with 56 vibrant color photos. Take a sneak peek at the adventure!"
Pip’s Fishy Adventure is an enchanting tale that follows Pip, a pelican who faces a challenging situation after trying to eat a filleted sheepshead fish.
Through Pip’s journey, young readers are introduced to important themes such as nature, community, resilience, and kindness, all presented through a captivating narrative and striking visuals.
Book is geared for 4th grade and up. Adults will love it too!
Stay tuned for more details, coming soon!
Dive in!
The morning started with rays of blue light jetting from behind the clouds on the horizon. Soft shimmery light glistened on the calm ocean. A very loud flock of gulls flew in early for bath time just as a flock of pelicans arrived to grab breakfast.
The sun was late coming up from behind the clouds but that didn’t stop the pelican sushi rave. I snapped a photo of a pelican with a green band. I haven’t seen a green band before.
With a quick google search, Pelican “SPA” may have been in an oil spill in 2015 in California! I’m guessing after that experience he said, I’m moving to sunny Florida!
All the pelicans on the highway were slamming on the brakes and diving for fish bringing us the message to dive in! They said, “Go for it, when you feel inspired, commit and go for it. It’s ok, if you don’t grab a fish on the first try keep diving!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
A very quick google search found this......Green banded pelican may be from California
These bands (also with white lettering) are used by Oiled Wildlife Care Network, and 46 of them were placed individual Brown Pelicans that were oiled (as a result of a crude oil pipeline leak) near Refugio State Beach in Santa Barbara in the spring of 2015.
Dive In
Watch for signposts
Mother Nature used the swirly paint brush and pretty tin pink color palette giving us a cozy start to the day. Fish of all sizes were flying out of the water, sharks were jumping and speeding on top of the water chasing fish while several dolphins joined in the feeding frenzy.
When the sun came up, gold mixed with the pink bringing us a romantic vibe to the day. Pelicans got the call about the fish party after the sun was up. They flew in grabbing fish among the sharks and dolphins.
The dolphin grabbing a fish in front of the channel marker brings us the message today. She said, “Channel markers are all around, some are more obvious than others. I’m here to encourage watching for signposts to know where to grab your goal.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~ Check out Charley, a male dolphin in previous post
PSS~ The last group ocean float is this Sunday, space is still available. www.drshelleylynch.com
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Charley, So Darn Cute!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Charley, So Darn Cute!
Charley and M, 2 male dolphins were in the wagon after sunrise. M had just zipped by after a mullet and was behind me while Charley was hanging out in front of me being super cute.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Share your expertise with the younger generation
Ahhhhh, with a light breeze, calm ocean and soft colors the sunrise was sweet and soothing. The chat flock flew in early with wings and hearts open ready to get squeaky clean and nap.
Clouds on the horizon hugged the sun as if came up streaming light into the skydiving us a hopeful vibe of a new day. Perfect waves rolled toward shore soaking up the golden light reminding us to trust the timing.
Charley and M were in the lagoon after sunrise with you a young dolphin. It looked like they were mentoring the kiddo, showing him the ropes. They said, “We bring the message of guiding our youth. Share your expertise with the kiddos, it’s a great way to help them learn!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Charley on the right with a youngin’ on the left. Teaching him the ropes
If you imagine it, you can create it!
A busy morning with beauty meeting technology at sunrise along with a bird friend reunion! The flock flew in after a rocket launch this morning. The rocket lifted up surrounded by a pink glow, soaring high in the sky over the sunrise.
When the flock flew in I was surprised to see One Legger is back! We actually have 2 One Leggers who are amazing athletes and return to New Smyrna Beach every year.
One Legger said, “I am happy to return to my winter home and hang with my flock. I am a messenger of leaning into your strengths. Put your focus on the areas your thrive, and see how far you can go. Just like the rocket, if you can imagine it, you can create it!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Rocket soaring above the sunrise
One legger is back for the winter!
One Legger!
Ride the energy
Ahhhhh, a sweet and serene sunrise with jetting rays of blue light and soft light. The chatty flock of gulls were already at the edge of the ocean when I arrived. They were celebrating the beauty with wings and hearts open dancing on the sunshine.
The 2 together said, “Sure we are a bit tattered, missing a few feathers, but that doesn’t stop us from celebrating. You see, just a moment of gratitude can create a much needed shift.”
Pelican Highway traffic was having and jamming in both directions using the perfect curling waves to carry them with ease down the road.
They said, “We are here to encourage using the momentum to take you where you want to go. Not to worry, if you are feeling an emptiness, the energy always returns, sometimes when you least expect it.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Check out Uncle Larry, a male dolphin in previous post….
Uncle Larry a male dolphin through the years
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Through the Years With Uncle Larry, a Male Dolphin
I met Uncle Larry in 2018, I thought sharing about him in a video would be more fun than a long post. I was lucky enough to have a friend who knew the researcher who conducted a health assessment in 2024 which gives us his age. I like to call him an elder, wise and playful.
Song is called Bridges by Shinto purchased on Artlist.io
Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for more tales!
The second video (just 10 seconds) was the day after…I told Uncle larry about all the love from social media and he gave his approval.
Seeking help is a sign of strength.
As soon as my feet hit the sand, I was captivated by the pastel sky with rays of soft light streaming in to the sky. A pod of dolphin were feeding past the waves bringing us a playful vibe to start the day.
With a light wind and calm ocean the morning felt soothing. The sun came up wearing a pretty in pink glow that intensified into a golden and red swirly ball of light.
Laughing gulls, royal terns and sand pipers were foraging for breakfast after bath time. I met a new bird friend, his name is OHO. He and another royal tern who were in the hospital bring us the message today. OHO's journey reminds us that seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but a brave step toward healing.
Oho went on to say, “The bands we wear are not just physical markers; they symbolize the support and care that we all need at times. They are reminders that we are never alone in our struggles. Just as we were cared for by compassionate hands, you too are surrounded by love and support, even when you feel most vulnerable.”
After sunrise Uncle Larry, a male dolphin was in the lagoon, so stay tuned for the full story.
Wishing you a beautiful feeling supported!
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Introducing OHO, a royal tern
Another royal tern with a band
