Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Flounder Fest and Flying Fun!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Flounder and Flying Fun!
This is a 2 episode post with a flounder fest from Thanksgiving and a flying party today. On Thanksgiving, Ocean and Whisper, 2 males dolphins came in for the sushi buffet.
Ocean scored the largest flounder I’ve ever seen! The flounder fest lasted about 10 minutes. Ocean tossed the fish up several times showing off his both sides of the fish. He is one strong dolphin getting the whopper in the air so high!
Today when I arrived at the lagoon, the party was already happening. It was very windy, the Indian River had white caps and swells. I saw about 6 dolphins in the pod surfing the swells, then as a boat passed by, they started to fly! And fly they did, all the way across the river, popping out 2 at a time. They sure know how to play!
Cliff, Momma, her baby Ocean and Whisper came in later to enjoy some playful shenanigans, so stay tuned for more tales!
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Flounder on the fly
Flounder catching air
Other side of the flounder
Sweet connections can improve your mood
Good morning! The sunrise felt wintry with a churning ocean sending salty spray in the air. A sweet pink color show filled the pre sunrise sky until the sun came up adding a golden glow to the scenery.
A very chatty flock flew in led by Pixar the laughing gull ready to connect.
Pixar who had a sweet look on her face said, “Go ahead, take a moment to slow down and bond with a like minded flock mate. Sweet connections can increase endorphins and improve your mood!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS ~ Thank you to all who stopped by to say hello yesterday!
Pixar hanging in place to connect
Sweet Connections
Mother Nature used every crayon in the box today! The morning started off with a vibrant orange glow above the ocean. Lavender clouds floated in the sky like Nature's version of the Macy’s Day Parade.
As the sun approached the horizon, a pink glow took over, then morphed into an intense golden hue for the few minutes the sun was visible.
Hook, a laughing gull, is back! This is her fourth or fifth winter in New Smyrna Beach. She came right over to say hello and share the message of connection. She said, “I always look forward to joining the Florida flock in the winter. We look to one another for safety as a flock while enjoying sweet connections.”
Wishing you a day filled with sweet connections!
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PS ~ A reminder the Christmas market is tomorrow on Canal Street from 9am-5pm- I'll be there with holiday ornaments, calendars, coasters, prints and Pip's Fishy Adventure
Hugs
Happy Thanksgiving!
I am thankful everyday for the support and connection from you all. With so much turmoil, for me, It feels extra special to connect around beauty and play. From my pod to yours, Thank You!
Happy Thanksgiving Friends!
Thanksgiving sunrise is previous post
We have had such a beautiful week of sunrises with a calm ocean, nice temperatures and loads of wildlife.
This morning the almost new moon was high in the sky over the ocean illuminated by first light. This new moon is situated in the sky giving us an infusion to our passion. The man in the moon said, “My energy might even have you feeling excited! Go ahead to turn your intentions toward your heart’s desires and let the magic unfold over the next 6 months.”
Pelican Highway traffic was heavy on both directions, some flying high, others riding the waves for support.
Ospreys lined up like airplanes at an airport, diving for fish. One missed her catch, came up, gave herself a good shake and went again. She said, “Never give up. Sure you might feel tired, but I’m here to remind you that eventually you will get that goal. Stay the course and enjoy the diving.”
THANK YOU for all the support and love this year, I’m truly grateful. I have a dolphin friend who will make a proper post of gratitude in a bit.
Wishing you a beautiful day!
Osprey giving herself a good shake
Osprey with breakfast
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Jagger, A Male Dolphin Playfully swims around photographer
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Jagger, A Male Dolphin Saying Hello
Jagger spent 3 hours hanging out today. This is a 30 second video of his interaction with the camera. He playfully swims around me in a circle just a few feet away you can see he has remora on attached to his side.
Although, I named him Jagger, I call him Nugs, short for nugget.
More from his recovery from a shark bite in the next post.
Stay tuned!
Once you grab your goal, take it the distance
Ahhhhhh, a serene sunrise with clear blue sky welcoming the sun to greet another day.
The sun came up in a unique shape or just an optical illusion.
The chatty flock flew in to usher in the sunrise with open hearts. Pixar danced on the sun as it was rising. After sunrise, the flock was getting squeaky clean in the tide pool when they noticed fish swimming in their bath area.
They started Squawking with glee! I’m pretty sure they were saying “Mine, mine, mine.” The birds involved in the high speed chase bring the message of staying focused with your goal. Once you have it, take it the distance. You got this, stay confident.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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High speed chase
Pixar dancing across the sun
Split footer coming out of bath time squeaky clean
Sparkly Clean
Use all your resources
Mother Nature brought us another serene sunrise that felt more like a spring day than winter. The ocean was calm except for perfect surfing waves which the dolphins enjoyed. The sun came surrounded by the flock bringing warmth
A dolphin couple was grabbing fish and surfing the waves bringing us the message of ease today.
They said, “We use tail slapping for a few reasons, one is to send a shockwave to the fish making it easier to capture them. We encourage using all your resources to grab your goal.”
As they swam down the beach in the wave they added, “No need to work hard when you can ride a wave’s momentum and let it carry you with ease. If you don't feel the momentum, wait for it, it always comes."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Dolphins in the wave
Snuggles and surfing
A pod of dolphins close to shore snuggling and surfing.
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Snuggly sunrise
From the minute my feet hit the sand I could see dolphin enjoying a calm ocean before sunrise.
The flock greeted first light with open wings and hearts at the same time Pelican Highway was soaring above the ocean looking for breakfast.
So many dolphins! They were everywhere. A few pods came close to shore to snuggle in the waves while others were far off chasing fish. Baby sharks swam in the shallows also looking for breakfast. A large shark leaped out of the water far off near where the dolphins were feeding.
The dolphins bring us the message of play and snuggles. They said, “Taking time to play is great way to increase your endorphins. We recommend finding a few minutes each day to break into spontaneous play to keep your heart happy.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Dive in!
The sunrise was exceptionally beautiful this morning with abundant life. I was greeted by the flock before the giant sun came up to greet the day.
While hanging with the flock, dolphins swam by just past the waves while a huge pelican party started diving for breakfast around the sun.
The pelicans remind us to dive in. They said, ‘Go ahead, line yourself up with your heart’s desire and dive in. It’s ok if you don’t get the outcome you want, diving in is the fun part. Enjoy the journey.”
Piper, an adorable sandpiper was showing off her personality while getting squeaky clean.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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PS~ Check out the sunrise video in previous post, and dolphin sunset before the gull video
Serene Sunrise
Good Morning!
I'm going stay and play in the waves and river after sunrise, so the post will be a little late today. In the meantime, please enjoy relaxing with the flock. Half way through the video they get the zoomies.
song: New Life by Noam Zaguri
Sunset with friends
Loads of dolphins and pelicans at sunset to end another day in paradise.
Sweet Dreams!
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Bumps and bruises are part of the journey
The sunrise was for the birds! With crisp temperatures the flock was feeling frisky and engaging.
While we waited for the sun to come up, Split Foot wanted to share the message of the day. She said, I have a split foot and tiny holes in my feathers. These are signs I’m alive. Despite my bumps and bruises, I keep my wings and heart open, knowing this all part of the journey.”
When the sun came up, the steamy heat could be seen rising from the ocean. The sun looked as if it was lingering, not quite ready to leave for the day.
Wishing you a day with your wings and heart open ready to embrace what the day brings.
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One Legger
Split Foot the laughing gull
Split foot coming in to show off her tiny holes in her feathers
A lingering departure
Soak up sunlight to improve your mood
The morning began crisp and still—so still, not a creature was stirring, not even a gull. But then, as if nature's alarm clock had gone off, the flock arrived, gliding in from the ocean to greet the day.
The sun rose gracefully, casting its golden glow across the waves, as though kissing the ocean goodbye for the day. Soon, the warmth of its rays began to steam the cool morning air adding to the ambiance of the morning.
Pixar, One-Legger, and the rest of the flock basked in the sun’s glow, feathers fluffed and wings outstretched to soak up the heat. One gull seemed especially radiant, her feathers translucent and pink, she shared her wisdom with us. “
"A little sunlight is all it takes to give me a boost. It warms my soul and makes my feathers sparkle. A little dose of sunlight—just a little can create a shift.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Pixar the laughing gull
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- A Glimpse into Everyday Dolphin Life
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- A Glimpse into Everyday Dolphin Life
This is a normal day in the lagoon, a lot of hanging out and snuggles between snacks and jumps. It shows all the ages, from kiddos to the males and mommas sharing time together. A sweet day in the life of a pod.
Stay tuned for more tales!
song: I know a Place by Louis Island purchased on Artlist.io
Instincts will tell you when to stay and when to go
Old Man Winter is paying us a visit, bringing crisp, cool weather to the beach for a few days. The morning sky came alive with a golden glow, casting sparkling light on the ocean as waves rolled gracefully toward the shore.
The wind added its own touch, blowing the tops off the waves and sending a salty spray into the air—a reminder of nature's raw energy.
A lively, chatty flock was already gathered when I arrived. They had the zoomies, darting off spontaneously and then circling back with joyful abandon. Their playful energy brings us the message today.
They said, “Stay open to taking action. Trust your gut. Your instincts will tell you when to stay and when to go.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~ I'll be at Canal Street Nights tonight 5:00pm-8:00pm
My location will close to Orange street. Come out to hear Reed Foley and check out the 60 vendors and food trucks.
Play is essential to improving your mood
With rain the forecast, the morning was dark and cloudy. First light was moody bluesy but was soon followed by a pretty in pink glow.
The flock enjoyed bath time in the chilly ocean followed by preening to get the bugs off. After sunrise, Ridges and Remmy, 2 dolphin came in to grab breakfast.
They bring the message of play. They said, “Especially when life feels stormy, play is essential to improving your mood. Even a couple minutes of giggles and silliness can shift your outlook.”
Wishing you a beautiful day Friends!
Incoming with a mullet
Sharp turn with the mullet creating beautiful splash art
Tales from the Lagoon~ Episode -Late Afternoon Sparkle Party
Tales from the Lagoon~ Episode -Late Afternoon Sparkle Party
Dolphins of all ages joined in the late afternoon snuggle, giggle, and snacks party.
The kiddos played together while the parents chased fish, then everyone got together for a big splash fest.
Stay tuned for more tales!
