A Streaming Light Show
45 minutes of sunrise is a 60 second video. A gorgeous light show with golden streaming light bringing us heart expanding start to the day.
For those of you who celebrate, Happy Easter!
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Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode -Jasper’s Joy
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode -Jasper’s Joy
Jasper and Daniko were in the lagoon yesterday enjoying play time, rest and loads of mullet. These 2 male dolphins are besties.
As you can see Jasper was feeling very playful swimming around giving lots of photo ops. Daniko was too, so stay tuned for more tales! www.shelleylynchphotos.com
A moment of zen to reset
Mother Nature used low tide to offer us a reflective and peaceful start to the day. The wet sand glistened, mirroring the sky’s beauty.
A chatty flock arrived early, ready to connect and get squeaky clean. As the sun rose, the air warmed, filling the shoreline with a light, happy vibe.
After sunrise, a large pod of dolphins swam into the lagoon for breakfast and some quiet time before the boats showed up. One dolphin, enjoying a moment of zen in the sweet morning light said, “Use the weekend to find quiet moments that restore your balance. Just a few minutes of stillness can reset your entire system.”
Wishing you a restorative weekend!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - One Dolphin, Flying Mullet!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - One Dolphin, Flying Mullet Mullet!
Did you know ow bottlenose dolphins eat 15-30 pounds of fish a day! This is what it looks like when a solo dolphin bellies up to the mullet buffet for those 30 pounds of fish.
The pelicans were right there ready to pounce. I started photographing the dolphins in 2018 and I have never seen the water this blue before! It’s clear and gorgeous, making it easy to spot the dolphins as they zip under water before popping up.
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Flying Mullet
Create a space for safety to just be
Ahhhhhh... a calm and soothing start to the day. The golden ball of light received a gentle snuggle from the clouds as it rose to greet the morning.
A chatty flock flew in early, squawking so loudly they caught the attention of a curious pelican, who glided in to see what all the fuss was about.
After landing, the pelican joined the laughing gulls for a good stretch and a bit of preening. He said, "I bring the reminder to find safe places where you can rest and stretch. Sure, the other birds may be different from me, but we share something important—taking time for self-care. Together, we create a space of safety where we can let down and simply be.”
Wishing you a peaceful day friends!
Play to shift your mood, raise your vibe
As soon as my feet touched the sand, I was greeted by the joyful sight of dolphins playing in the distance. The sky was painted in soft shades of pink—peaceful, soothing, and full of promise.
A chatty flock had already gathered at the shoreline, ready for bath time and connection. Among them was Buddy, a herring gull who arrived about four months ago with a leg injury. After a brief hello, he made his way to the tide pool for some much-needed saltwater therapy.
As the sun rose, the dolphins continued their northward swim, leaping and surfing the waves with playful grace. They reminded me of the power of play. They said, “Even if it's just for a moment, take time to laugh and play. It will shift your mood and raise your vibe.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Tales from the Lagoon ~Episode- Dolphin and Pelican Lunch Time Fun
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode -Dolphin and Pelican Lunch Time Fun
A dolphin who I call Sarabi is chasing mullet with a flock of pelicans chasing in hopes of grabbing a fish.
This is 2 clips- The first clip shows the dolphin swimming in a circle around the camera chasing a mullet. The second clip shows the pelicans are diving right in front of the dolphin. She isn't deterred... flying out at the end with a fish.
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Take time for a rest stop to gain clarity
Ahhhh... with just a slight breeze and a calm ocean, the morning unfolded in perfect serenity. A chatty flock flew in early, gathering at the tide pool to get squeaky clean as the sun began to rise and greet the day.
The pink sky slowly transformed into a golden glow as the sun climbed above the cloud wall on the horizon.
Pelican Highway traffic was light stopping at a nearby rest stop for a moment of quiet.
The pelican said, “Taking time off the highway for a moment of quiet reflection gives memory energy and clarity to keep going. As you can see the channel markers are in the distance illuminating at least one of many paths I can take when I’m ready.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Rest Stop, A moment of refelction
Play and connection to guide and raise your vibe
Mother Nature gifted us a beautiful spring morning, filled with sweet messages of play, love, and romance. Before the sun peeked above the horizon, the sky glowed pretty in pink over the calm ocean.
As the sun rose, the heat could be felt warming the air. In the distance, dolphins played bringing with them a message, “If you’re feeling uncertain, we highly recommend taking time to play."
"You see, play is a powerful way to lift your mood and raise your vibe. Playing will illuminate the channel markers, showing you which way to go.”
Soon after, a chatty flock of gulls arrived, ready for bath time and perhaps a little flirtation. Two laughing gulls caught my attention, making sounds I had never heard before. Normally known for snapping and chasing, today they were feeling romantic.
They took turns leaning in while the other pulled away, then leaning in again—until they finally met in a sweet, quiet connection. (scroll to last photos to see) They said, “Let springtime inspire a little romance—or a sweet moment with a bestie. It will help your heart feel lighter.”
Wishing you a day with sweet connections!
I’m not sure….
Sweet moment
Their look when they saw me watching their romance
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Full Moon Lagoon Party
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Full Moon Lagoon Party
The wind was whipping, the Indian River was choppy...but that didn't stop 4 dolphins and several pelicans from partaking in the mullet fest. Turn the volume up for the music with the party.
Sorry for the bumpy ride, the wind was intense!
Stay tuned for more tales!
PS~Monday sunrise is previous post
Head into nature to restore balance
Ahhhhh, the wind subsided for the sunrise bringing us a calming start to the day. A large and chatty flock of laughing gulls, herring gulls, ruddy turnstones and sand pipers flocked in to enjoy the morning.
As the sun came up kissing the ocean goodbye for the day, a huge full moon could be felt to the west setting over the Indian River. Together they make a powerful duo.
As the birds flocked around the sun they said, “If you are feeling off kilter, we highly recommend unplugging from electronics and heading into nature to restore balance. You see, nature has a way of helping your body and spirit recalibrate to a peaceful vibe.”
Wishing you a peaceful day friends!
Kisses
Nature’s Bouquet
Moon setting
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Party!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Party!
Daniko and Jasper, 2 male dolphins were in the lagoon along with Sarabi, a mom and her older calf. The 4 of them had quite the mullet fest!
At one point, a squadron of 15 pelicans dropped from the sky with surgical precision, hoping to snatch up some mullet for themselves. The youngest dolphin wasn’t too thrilled about the competition—he started tail-slapping near the pelicans, clearly trying to get them to take a hike….it didn’t work.
Even a cormorant was in the mix! She scored a mullet then quickly fled from the ensuing pelicans. I’m not sure how that little one didn’t get creamed with speeding, splashing and thrashing! The videos show the intensity of the party, coming soon.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Sunday sunrise is previous post
Cormorant scores a mullet
A small shift can change your reality
Ahhhh, what a lovely morning with the moon setting as the sun was preparing to rise. Mother Nature used clouds and a spring color palette to bring us a beautiful start to the day
The sun came up from behind a line of clouds shining a golden glow over the huge waves. Golden sparkles shimmered on the water calling to the surfers to come play.
A pelican flying with a channel marker in the distance along with the flock of pelicans being us the message today. The pelican said, “Look for the channel markers on life to guide you on your path. Be open, they may be in the distance.”
The gulls added, “You may need to change your perspective to see the guideposts. Even the smallest shift can create a big change in how you see things.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Full moon encourages healing your heart
This morning’s post is a beautiful blend of last night’s moonrise and this morning’s sunrise.
The moonrise was stunning—bathed in a soft pink glow, with emerald waves rolling beneath with a few pelicans diving in for dinner.
This morning, the sunrise arrived with a chorus of gulls. Dozens of laughing gulls and a few lingering herring gulls gathered in the early light. Normally, they’ve headed north by now, but it seems they’ve decided to extend their stay and soak up a bit more local sunshine.
Today’s message comes from the full moon. Full moons invite us to release what no longer serves us. This particular moon, hanging high and wise in the sky, calls for healing—especially in our relationships and partnerships, including the one we have with ourselves.
The man in the moon whispered, “Use my energy to heal any heartache from the past. Now is the time to let it go—so you can move forward feeling whole, healthy, and strong.”
The pelican diving and riding the waves added, “Go ahead dive in! Commit to yourself and let the waves carry you forward.”
Soak up some vitamin D
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Does his best to Show his Fish
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Does his best to Show his Fish
This video is of Daniko and Jasper, 2 male dolphin besties. You’ll see Daniko on the outside and Jasper closer to the camera. They both just caught a fish and Jasper swims by with his catch.
The wind textured the water making it not as clear, but I think you’ll see him trying to show his fish on the way by.
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Relax into the waves
WOW! What a gorgeous morning. The pre-sunrise sky glowed with soft pink hues, and a hint of fog added a gentle, dreamy vibe. The chatty flock flew in enjoying the island of sand that high tide created.
As the sun rose, traffic on Pelican Highway picked up. Pelicans streamed in from the south, gliding gracefully over massive waves. Surfers came from ever nook and cranny including a duck to catch a wave.
Today’s message comes from two ducks in the surf. One flew out early and waited patiently for her partner. The other? She rode the waves all the way to shore. At one point, a wave overtook her completely, and for a moment, she disappeared from view. But not to worry—she simply laid flat, letting the water carry her gently to the sand.
The surfing duck said, “Sure, the waves can feel overwhelming sometimes. Just go with the flow. If you get covered up, relax—it’s only temporary. Enjoy the ride… you never know where you might end up!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Duck Surfing
Riding the wave to the end
Safely on the shore
Flying off to meet her partner
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Bald Eagle, Dolphins And Pelicans, Oh My!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Bald Eagle, Dolphins And Pelicans, Oh My!
What a day! While Daniko, Jasper, Cutter, and Charley, the male dolphins were grabbing snacks, the bird drama unfolded.
A bald eagle drifted down from high in the sky and picked up a piece of fish that he forced an osprey to drop. The osprey was screeching bloody murder but the bald eagle took the fish and flew away.
Pelicans were raining from the sky, rapid dive bombing the mullet while dolphin were swimming through the schools of fish.
Daniko and Jasper, a couple of male besties were very engaging, more from them soon.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Will Leap for Mullet
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Will Leap for Mullet
Wahoooo, a quick video showing off a moment of pure athleticism.
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Unplugging feeds the soul
With the full moon just two days away, Mother Ocean is already feeling the pull—sending foamy waves high onto the sand. The flock greeted me at the water’s edge, sporting the latest fashion trend: foam feet.
As the sun rose from behind a huge cloud, golden light spilled across the sky, wrapping the morning in warmth and a hopeful vibe.
One gull, perched on what looked like a tiny island sculpted by the ocean’s power, delivered the message of the day. She said, “Taking time away from the fray to restore balance is healthy. You may feel like you're on an island, but solo, quiet time away from the barrage of stimulus is healing for the nervous system. Unplugging is a way to feed the soul.”
Time away from the fray to feed the soul
Foam feet
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Hugs in the Lagoon
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Hugs in the Lagoon
A quick video of a pod enjoying a little snuggle time.
PS ~ Wednesday sunrise is previous post