Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Playful Hang Time
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Playful Hang Time
Cliff and Boop were in the lagoon yesterday when the water was clear, the wind was low and playful vibes were high. The hum you hear in the background is from dredging nearby.
First, you’ll see Cliff swim over and say hello before going to get a fish. While he is swimming back, Boop comes over for a playful connection. Boop got his name because he loves to swim under the pelicans and give them a boooop!
If you want to see the video of Boop teasing pelicans click https://youtu.be/xz4PyWp5hOAThis to see it on my Youtube channel.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Your light leads the way
Good Morning! Mother Nature brought us a peaceful sunrise with the Beaver Full Moon setting as the sun rose to greet the day. The sun lingered, giving the ocean a long golden kiss goodbye.
I was so excited to see Peg, the laughing gull, has returned to New Smyrna Beach for the winter! Peg has been showing up since I began photographing the flock in 2018 — strong, healthy, and still soaring high with her little peg leg leading the way. She’s a true symbol of resilience and grace.
The Beaver Full Moon carries the energy of preparation and strength. Its light encourages us to release old patterns and ready ourselves for the next season of growth. Can you feel it? I know I am.
The Man in the Moon and Peg come together to say, “Even when life changes your rhythm or clips your pace, keep showing up with strength and heart, your light still leads the way.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
I’m Back! Said Peg the laughing gull
Peg looking strong
Grounded and gratitude
Good Morning!
The morning was full of life and energy as the Beaver Full Moon slipped through the clouds toward the horizon over the river just as the sun rose over the ocean.
A soft breeze, warm golden tones, and a sky full of motion set the tone for a vibrant start. A very chatty flock flew in hot ready to connect. They said, “Keep your heart and wings open to lift each other up.”
The Man in the Moon brings us today’s message: “Use my energy to reflect on all you’ve accomplished. Notice the patterns you’ve outgrown and gently release what no longer serves your journey."
"I am powerful this cycle, making it necessary to stay grounded, stay steady. And remember, gratitude is your superpower. Let it guide you as the tides of energy move around you. You got this!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Open heart and wings lifting each other up
Stay open to messages
The flock was out in full force, gulls, ruddy turnstones, and sandpipers stretching as far as I could see in both directions. The little ones scurried about looking for breakfast while the laughing gulls took their time with bath rituals, splashing, shaking, and soaking in the glow.
After sunrise, I ran into a blue jay perched in a tree, with a squirrel proudly standing just below, both ready to chat.
The blue jay leaned in and said, “I am here to remind you of the power of your voice and your communication. Like me, you are a receiver. Stay open to messages coming to you, trust your intuition.”
The squirrel, standing tall in all his glory added, “YES! Embrace you. Embrace your gifts and all you have to offer.” Click on the photos under squirrel to see his advice if you feel vulnerable being naked.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!!
The smallest touch can create a shift
A cool, moist breeze greeted us today, making the morning feel fresh and alive. The sun played peek-a-boo behind a cloud on its way up, before filling the sky with a buttery gold glow.
The flock was already waiting at the ocean’s edge when I arrived One gull gave himself a good shake saying, “Movement of any kind helps release what doesn’t belong — the bugs, the stress, even old feathers we no longer need. Shake out the heaviness. Let your energy breathe again.”
I’ve been photographing the flock since 2018. Last year, a gull landed on my head two or three times — a rare treat. This year it’s almost daily, reminding us trust may take time. When the little feet touch my head I can feel my whole body relax.
Despite their little size their energy is surprisingly powerful. a reminder that even the smallest touch can shift our energy and open our hearts.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Resourceful to be balanced
Ahhhhh, with minimal wind and a calm ocean, the sunrise was peaceful and beautiful. The color palate was a soft pink, golden and orange with just a few fluffy clouds.
A flock of gulls flew in close by while another flock stayed about a half mile to the south. Despite being separated they seemed to be connected. Even with distance between them, they moved as one. When the northern flock took off with the zoomies, the southern flock lifted too, like a joyful wave rolling down a stadium.
They remind us that we are always connected — even when space or life stretches between us. After sunrise I ran into a squirrel mom who said, “Don’t hoard your nuts. I’m a reminder to be resourceful as a way to find balance with work and play."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~. I'll be at Outriggers Tiki Bar and Grille today from 12-4 with 2026 Calendars and holiday ornaments. Stop by and say hello!
Slowing it down to connect
Good Morning! It was a stunning morning — a whisper of wind, a calm ocean, and a big beautiful sun rising bringing us warmth.
The flock arrived early, wings and hearts wide open, glowing in that golden orange light of pre dawn. Their chatter filled the air. a loud chorus celebrating a brand-new day. Out on the water, Pelican Highway was busy in both directions, riding the waves with ease and grace.
One laughing gull hovered in close, pausing right in front of me sharing the message of the day. He said, "When your heart and wings are open you can inner beauty shines effortlessly. Slow down to connect and share this beauty with others."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Spot the Egret Greeting
We have had some intense storms with a lot of wind…. I usually see Spot the egret every day but with a lot of rain I didn’t see him for 3 days. Always good to be reunited!
And it’s Friday Halloween….I asked ChatGpt to add a pumpkin to my dolphins photo. :)
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Reminiscing About Baby Sarafina
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Reminiscing About Baby Sarafina
If you’re just tuning in, Momma Sarabi recently swam into the lagoon with her newest little one, Sarafina, at the end of May this year. This is her third baby I’ve had the privilege to meet since 2019. What a honor to witness her growing family over the years.
I’m taking a little trip down memory lane to when baby Sarafina was tiny. These photos were never posted because Sarabi and Sarafina gave me so many photo opportunities.
If you want to see more, they have their very own gallery on my website. https://www.shelleylynchphotos.com/baby-sarafina
Stay tuned for more tales!
PS ~ Friday sunrise is previous post
You are resilient! You got this!
Good Morning! A windy and chilly start to the day brought us a beautiful landscape. The crisp air, clouds and wind teamed up to usher in a heart opening sunrise.
The chatty flock flew in hot, banking sideways as they slammed on the brakes landing for our bath time together.
Wind blowing the opes of thew waves send sparkles of water in the air looking like diamonds dancing in the sky.
A Cooper’s hawk landed on the rook near the beach bringing us the message today. She said, “I am here to encourage you to listen to your instincts. You are resilient and able to overcome obstacles with your courage. Trust your decision making and be ready to take action when you feel inspired.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Be the lighthouse
With cooler temperatures, the morning was crisp and windy. Before the sun even touched the horizon, the lighthouse cast its glow across the sky.
The flock arrived early, chatty and ready for bath time — wings open, hearts open, connecting as always.
This morning, the lighthouse bring us the message.
“Be a lighthouse. When the world feels heavy or uncertain, when you aren't sure what to do, shine anyway. A lighthouse doesn’t calm the sea or stop the storm. It simply holds steady and offers light so others can find their way.”
“Not all lighthouses look the same, and neither do we. Each one is significant, shining in its own way, its own strength. Just like the lighthouse, your light matters. Be a beacon."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Soak up sunlight to shift your mood
Mother Nature used every crayon in the box this morning—then mixed a few together to create brand new colors. The sky began in deep navy blue before being kissed by streaks of rose, gold, and amber.
By the time I reached the ocean’s edge, the flock was already there, extra frisky in the slightly cooler air. You could feel the energy—playful, alive, and full of possibility.
When the sun finally rose, it melted those colors together into a sultry pink-golden glow, warming the morning and lighting up every wave.
The gulls, wings and hearts wide open said, “We highly recommend soaking up a little sunlight today to shift your mood. Just a few minutes outside can lift your spirit, boost your serotonin and your immune system.”
Wishing you a beautiful day, friends!
Manatee Lovin’
Good Morning! We had a beautiful overcast wet and gray sunrise. I thought a manatee hug fest would brighten your day.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Wide Angle Versus Zoom
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Wide Angle Versus Zoom
This video show Daniko chasing fish toward the camera. The first clip in the wide angle lens, the second clip is the zoom.
You can really feel the power and speed in the wide angle clip.
Ponce Inlet Watersports was there to take in the fun too!
Stay tuned for more tales!
Slowing it down to start the week
Good Morning! Good news is the rain was gone before sunrise, but no internet this morning so I'm sharing a calming sunrise with the flock. Slowing it down to start the week
Wishing you a peaceful Monday!
Listening to your inner voice is your superpower
Good Morning! The wind was strong today as we await rain and cooler weather blowing in from the north. The pre-dawn sky wore a deep lavender glow before shifting to a gorgeous pink canvas that greeted the rising sun.
The flock was huge this morning—darting off and back again with a whooooosh! In the middle of all the movement, One Legger hovered calmly, leg tucked up as he navigated the gusts like a pro.
He said, “I use the wind beneath my wings to hang in place. I know when to push forward, when to hold still, and when to protect myself. Strength is listening to your inner voice—it always knows what you need.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS ~ I’ll be at Outrigger Tiki Bar & Grille today from 11:00–4:00 with 2026 Calendars. A perfect day to grab lunch, watch the rain, and enjoy a beautiful view—stop by and say hello!
One Legger holding up his leg to avoid a accident
herring gull
Healing is happening
Wow! The wind was whipping again today, giving the flock the zoomies against an incredible light show. The sunrise began soft and sweet, but quickly transformed as golden light flowed from beneath the clouds while pink streams of light poured out the top like a fountain of love from the sky.
Eventually the golden show took over the sky filling the air with heart expansive beauty.
BPX, a laughing gull who showed up last year with hospital bands is back this year and looking good. Pixar the laughing gull hung in place above giving us a new perspective of his leg.
Both birds said, “Life can be bumpy, sometimes we need support, other times we are overcoming obstacles one day at a time. We recommend soaking up the sunshine and being patient with yourself. Healing is happening even if you can see it.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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One Legger and flock
Pixar a laughing gull
Pixar
2026 Calendars are here!
The 2026 Calendars are here! They are Spot the egret tested and flock approved!
They are available online at www.shelleylynchphotos.com
I'll be at Outriggers Tiki Bar and Grille this Sunday October 26
11:00am - 4:00pm Stop by and say hello!
I’ll be at Outriggers on Sunday November 2 and other Sundays as well.
Friday sunrise is previous post
Spot the egret tested
Flock approved
Shift your perspective to reveal new insight
Ahhhh, the sunrise was for the birds this morning—literally! Hundreds of gulls filled the sky, some migrating through, others the familiar daily crew.
The pre-dawn sky glowed with a bronze and pink palette, while the wind whipped across the ocean, giving the flock a lively case of the zoomies.
As a group of gulls hovered above, their wings open and steady in the wind, they shared this message. “We bring the reminder to look at life from a different perspective. When things feel stuck or confusing, rise above it. Shift your angle. A new view can reveal what you couldn’t see before. There are always more possibilities, keep your mind open.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Holding up the sun
Walking on sunshine
Speak the truth with kindness
Ahhhhhh, the morning was soft and peaceful with a gentle breeze and calm ocean. The world felt quiet, like it was still waking up. But once the flock flew in, that peaceful hush turned into a lively chatter with joyful voices greeting the day.
The sun rose from behind a thin cloud, sending out warm rays of golden light that wrapped around us like a hug. The flock danced around the sun as if celebrating another beautiful sunrise gifted to us by Mother Nature.
On my walk back across the boardwalk, I met someone new, a Catbird. My very first Catbird. She perched with a serious look, leaning in as if she had a very important message.
She said, “Catbirds are communicators. We teach the power of voice. Choose words that carry truth, but season them with kindness, for yourself and for others.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Catbird