Joy in learning
Ahhhhhhhh, with warmer temperatures, a calm ocean except for perfect surfing waves the morning was exceptionally gorgeous. The moon was high in the sky adding to the magic of the morning.
I was so excited to see Tiger the Heermann’s gull fly in with the flock this morning. If you are just tuning in, he is a visitor from Baja. He has been coming to New Smyrna Beach fort the winter for 3 years now. He is so handsome and smart.
The perfect waves were breathtaking as they caught all the colors from the sunrise. Both surfers and pelicans were enjoying the ride.
They bring the message of using wave energy to propel us forward. Find that sweet spot of energy and let it carry you forward. Not to worry if you don’t feel it, another wave will come shortly.
After sunrise Momma Jade and her baby Opal were hanging out. Baby opal was practicing her tail kick to get the fish going. She said, “I bring the reminder to find the joy in learning new things. It’s ok if you are clumsy at first, half the fun is trying.”
Stay tuned for a recap on Mamma Jade.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Stillness at first light
Pelican Highway
Game On!
Tiger the Heermann’s gull
Baby Opal kickin it to get the fish going
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Osprey, Cormorants and Dolphins, Oh My!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- Osprey, Cormorants and Dolphins, Oh My!
What an action packed week it has been. Cloudy, sunny, windy, calm and the energy of a full moon.
The dolphins have been working together to catch mullet and snook. More pelicans are arriving for the spring and looking to the dolphin for snacks.
Skylar the osprey has scored several pin fish this week. She has had to kick a few osprey out of her air space too which always adds to the drama.
An unsuspecting cormorant was leisurely fishing when a dolphin came under her and gave her a bump. Holy Moly! I have never seen a cormorant move so fast. She came up out of the water running while flapping her wings. She was out of there in 3.4 seconds!
Coming soon, an update on Rusty the seagull, Eddy the pelican and much more!
Stay tuned for more tales!
Sunrise from Monday is previous post
Osprey
Osprey
Party time
Flying snook
Cormorant popping out the water after a dolphin gave her a head bump
It’s ok to be grumpy, It’s what you do with it that matters
Mother Nature brought us us a wintry and serene sunrise. The ocean color was a beautiful emerald green surrounded by a pink and golden sky. The wind was less than yesterday adding to the serene vibe.
Pelican Highway was riding the waves heading southbound while skimmers flew northbound.
A variety of gulls flew in hot and chatty to enjoy the sunrise together. One of the laughing gulls had a scowl on his face so I asked him how he was.
He said, “It’s true I am grumpy. It’s ok to be grumpy. It’s best to take time to feel it, then enjoy a little self care to meet your needs. A little time out will help keep you from biting your friends foot."
The mom and baby dolphin added saying, “We find hanging with our pod taking a leisurely swim helps shift our mood. The feel of the water, the sun and love of another helps us feel better.”
Wishing you a groovy day friends!
Pelican Highway
Kisses goodbye for the day
Grumpy
Mom and baby on a leisurely stroll
listen to your heart with a fierce unwavering focus.
Mother Nature brought us another crisp and breezy sunrise, although today the sun came up large and beautiful bringing warmth. The flock of laughing gulls huddled with a flock of skimmers to keep warm.
The breeze tossed the tops of the waves into the air looking like gold and amber sparkles. Pelican Highway traffic was light heading southbound.
After sunrise, Skyler the Osprey started screaming, the scream she does when a bald eagle is coming her way. I watched to see if the bald eagle would try to steal her fish. Much to my surprise, it passed her and pursued an immature bald eagle in chase.
After a few minutes, a total of 2 immature bald eagles and 2 mature bald eagles appeared bringing us a powerful message.
The bald eagle says,”I’m here to encourage you to listen to your heart with a fierce unwavering focus. You see, when you follow your heart, doors will open for you. You may even find opportunities show up in unexpected ways. Remember to stay grounded as you soar to new heights.”
Wishing you a beautiful day!
Turbulent waters will subside
Weeeeeeeeee! Baby it’s windy and chilly. Today was all about the waves and wind blowing the tops of the waves sending salt spray high in tho the air. I call the white sparkly mist, Florida snow. The best kind because we don’t have to shovel it.
The flock of gulls flew in at their usual time but we skipped bath time today and opted instead to huddle together for warmth. Skimmers didn’t seem to mind the cold and were flying northbound looking for breakfast.
After sunrise, the lagoon was hopping with pelicans rapid fire diving for snacks. A loon was flowing around the too! I think this is the same one that returns every year at this time.
The loon brings the message of staying the course. She said, “Everything you have working for is coming into reality."
" I am also a symbol of peace encouraging you to find harmony within yourself and with others. Trust any turbulent waters you have experienced will subside.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
loon
Rainy day Play
We are having a rainy start to the day while Mother Nature brings a cold front to sunny Florida. Here are a few photos from this week that didn’t make the post.
The rain brings us a message of improvising and rest. Go ahead, break up your routine and color outside the lines.
The mature pelican really wanted to be a part of the post yesterday. He is gorgeous with big blue heart melting eyes.
The absence of breeze and calm water made it easy for him to hang in place bringing the message of slowing down to just be.
The dolphin pair is from last year in January bringing us the message of play and fun.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS~ Check out the Sunset Tales from the Lagoon previous post
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- The Beauty of Breath, The Power of Speed
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode- The Beauty of Breath, The Power of Speed
Sunset at the lagoon was eventful with dolphins coming in and out grabbing fish. Daniko was hanging out for a long while and showed how beautiful the breath can be. He truly is an artist, whether it’s the shapes in his breath of the in the water he kicks up.
A pod mate of Daniko was grabbing snacks nearby showing the beauty of speed in the water.
Pip was hanging out again along with Eddy the pelican and his twin. Actually Eddy has a few brown spots on his chest while his twin has a white belly.
Rusty the seagull with a injured wings was hanging out too. She seems to be doing a tad bit better.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Zoom Zoom - Eye see you
Eddy the pelican and his twin. Actually Eddy has a few brown spots on his chest, his twin has an all white belly right now.
Expect the unexpected, be spontaneous
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat.
With a light breeze and cool temperatures, the sunrise was lovely. The flock of gulls flew in showing their reflection on the wet sand.
Pelican Highway traffic was light heading both directions. I was photographing a pair of pelicans heading southbound when something in the distance jumped out of the water behind them. It looked like a ray but not certain. The unidentified animal said, “Expect the unexpected. I highly recommend being spontaneous, it's fun!"
The light on the ocean was spectacular, a sweet golden copper glow lighting up the waves as they rolled toward shore.
After sunrise Eddy, Patches, Mikey, Spot, and a few other pelicans were grabbing snacks. Eddy has a look alike who was showing off, flying directly at the camera bringing the message of communication through eye contact. He said, “Communication comes in many forms. I’m using my eyes to show I’m focused, and like my photo taken.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Maybe a ray jumping as I snapped the highway
Eating on the fly
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Daniko Loves Speed and Play
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Daniko Loves Speed and Play
Danilo introduced himself to me March 2021 when he came speeding by and just as he was in front of me he slid on top of the water and hydroplaned going by at mach speed. I didn’t know at the time he was a male so I named him Danika for the love of speed.
Since then, we have spent many hours together. Many of the dolphins love speed but he loves to be on top of water skimming at top speeds. He also is a great artist, creating shapes and sculptures with his splash.
He has a couple of best friends, Ocean and Uncle Larry to name a few. They love to roll around together or just hang out when they are not fishing. I have coupe videos to share of their playful shenanigans, coming soon.
If you want to see the first speedy photo of Danika, click the link.
https://www.shelleylynchphotos.com/.../art.../danika...
Stay tuned for more tales!
PS~Sunrise from Wednesday is the previous post
be open to support in unique ways
The morning was cool and crisp with a wide open cloudless sky. The orange glow was bright long before the sun came up to greet the day. The flock of gulls could be seen coming down the beach in perfect form.
When they arrived we enjoyed a chilly bath time while watching the sun come up. When the sun kissed the ocean goodbye for the day, a yellow green stream of light was visible, as if they wanted to stretch out the moment.
Once the sun lifted up, it looked like a channel marker was holding it up. The sun illuminates “things” for us. The sun encourages us to be open to seeing new ways of being supported. The channel marker shows us support may come in unconventional or unexpected ways.
One of the laughing gulls in the flock added to the message saying, “Hanging in the flock gives us support to feel safe enough to rest and get squeaky clean. It’s true we squabble and bite at each other but we know together we are stronger.”
Wishing you a day feeling supported!
First Light
Incoming flock of gulls
Safety of the flock gives me time to reflect
The sun kissing the ocean goodbye for the day
Channel marker holding up the sun
Together we can spread love with wild abandon
Mother Nature started the day with a vibrant pink and golden color explosion. The intense pink filled the sky, becoming brighter the closer it came to the sunrise. Just minutes before the sunrise the color show faded to a soft and sweet blue that felt extra calming.
One legger and her flock were at the water’s edge before I arrived. They were darting off and retuning with gusto. One of the gulls brings us the message for today.
As she floated up she said, “Join me in being a leader with your wings and heart open. Together we can spread love with wild abandon.”
The moon was high in sky surrounded by wispy clouds and an ethereal angel cloud. Together they remind us to see the unseen. The moon said, “As I am waning, I remind you use my illumination to find gratitude for even the little things.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Open heart and wings with wild abandon
Trust in the timing
Ahhhh, it was sweet and gorgeous sunrise with pink, emerald green and copper colors as the main attraction. The ocean was calm with medium size waves rolling in catching the light, illuminating their textures.
The flock of gulls flew in loud and chatty at their usual time. We enjoyed bath time while flocks of skimmers soared by flying northbound.
The waves and solo laughing gull bring us the message of timing.
The gull stopped and hung in place saying, “If you have felt as if you can’t move forward, not to worry, change is coming. The waves remind us of timing. Not all waves are the same, some roll in a few at a time, others hang at the top longer before rolling in. The theme is, they all roll in eventually. Be ready to catch the waves when you feel the momentum and inspiration.”
Wishing you a day in the flow!
Let your emotions out for new perspective
With a light breeze and warm air blowing from the north, the morning was tranquil. The huge moon was high in the sky soaking up the sunrise light.
When the sun came up from behind the clouds, golden light streamed thought filling the air with hope and peace.
The flock of gulls was late this morning but when they arrived they were full of spunk. They flew in front the moon to bring us the message today.
They said, “This is a powerful full moon to help give you new viewpoints with your life. We encourage you to step back or fly above to see people and situations from a different perspective.”
“The energy of the full moon is asking us to honor our emotions. You see, by letting your emotions out, you can have new awareness and even epiphanies.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Harness the energy of cycles
Mother Nature brought us a brisk and clear morning with a vibrant peachy orange color show. The moon was seeing as the sun came up to greet the day. To shake things up a bit, I’m including the moonrise photos from last night.
The moonrise was incredibly gorgeous and powerful. The man in the moon brings us the message of flowing with the cycles and rhythms of life.
“Just like Pelican Highway using the energy of the waves to make their flight easier, I recommend riding the being aware of cycles so you can harness the energy to the fullest.”
The flock of gulls flew in at their usual time while Skimmer Street joined the highway cruising mostly northbound looking for breakfast.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Moonrise
Moonrise
Moonrise
Harness the energy of the waves
Laughing gulls about to merge with skimmers
Skimmer sunrise
TGIF :)
Trust your inner nudges
The huge full moon was setting over the sea oats while the sun came up behind the swirly clouds. The temperature was cool with a light salty breeze from the north.
The flow of gulls, sand pipers and skimmers flew in to enjoy hanging out. The textured waves rolling in were catching the sweet pink and golden light. Pelican highway traffic was very light today. Skimmers were thick on the highway flying both directions looking for breakfast.
The full moon brings us a message of self care. This moon is situated in the sky reminding us to honor our feelings.
It said, “You may feel your emotions heightened more than usual from a full moon. I’m here to remind you to acknowledge all of you feelings, no matter how strange. When I’m full I can illuminate your inner desires. Trust the nudges from within, no matter how subtle.”
The baby dolphin said, If the energy feels intense, take a break and play, that will help you feel lighter.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Skimmers
Pelican Highway
Be open to signs
As I walked to the beach I could see wispy clouds high in the sky and thought, "Wow that looks angelic.”
When I reached the beach, with a good view of the clouds I saw what looked like angel wings that morphed into the shape of a person. The person only stayed visible for about a minute, but that minute felt powerful and full of love. I posted it large and circled it - check out the last photo.
The Being in the clouds brings felt happy and at peace. S/he brings the message of being open to seeing the unseen. The signs may not come in the ways you expect.
S/he bring us the message of love, support and connection. The Being in the clouds reminds us even if we can see or feel our loved ones, they are there to support and love us.
The flock of gulls added to the message when 2 laughing gulls enjoyed a quality time together watching the sunrise.
A dolphin grabbing snacks said, "Let's play!"
Wishing you a magical day friends!
Being in the clouds at first light
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Epic Mullet Party
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Epic Mullet Party
It’s the time of year when the “Mullet Run” which makes for great dolphin and pelican parties. I didn’t know where to point my camera, there must have been 25 dolphins at one time.
Everyone was invited! I saw Uncle Larry who is in his 40’s, Jagger, Danika, Charley, Ocean, Split fin Mom also called Echo, her calf, Momma and her 2 kiddos, Indy and River and so many more!
They were swimming in formation 3-6 dolphins wide chasing fish like a perfect synched ballet. They were even jumping out of the water side by side in perfect harmony. When they were not fishing they were resting and enjoying a few hugs.
The pelicans totally scored today too! Check out the whopper of a fish the pelican got courtesy of a dolphin chasing the fish right to him. It took him 15 minutes to swallow it, all while keeping the other pelicans away.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Whopper of a fish!
Play!
Synchronized fishing
Uncle Larry Kickin it
Deep breath and let go
Mother Nature used her swirly paint brush giving us wispy clouds to soak up the array of colors. The breeze was cool and damp which felt good in my lungs.
The flock flew in just as I arrived at the ocean. We enjoyed our usual bath time ritual. Willy the willet was walking by looking for breakfast when he stopped to take in the moment. He seemed reflective encouraging us to go within to feel more solid.
After sunrise a pelican and pigeon bring us a combo message. The pigeon has many messages but today he said, “I’m here with the pelican to say if you feel like you are stuck in a ‘pigeon hold’ then it’s time to let go.”
The pelican said, “All you have to do is relax, let your shoulders drop, take a deep breath, and when you let go imagine letting go. Once you let go, it will feel easier to fly and soar to new heights.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Show off your pearly whites
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat.
Mother Nature brought us a serene sunrise with another foggy start to the day. The ocean was calm with a velvety blanket of fog soaking up the winter orange colors.
The folk of gulls flew in loud and chatty at their usual time. We enjoyed bat time in the brisk water. The gulls said, “We bathe because it’s an important part of self care and staying healthy.”
One of the herring gulls stopped to show me the sunrise through his eyes. He reminds us that although we don’t always see eye to eye, if we can see life through another, it can help bring compassion for our differences.”
After sunrise, a couple dolphin were feeling playful and sweet. They bring the message of giggles and smiles. They said, “Try smiling at people today and see what happens. Embrace your inner dolphin and show off your pearly whites.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Going with the flow
Mother Nature brought us a nearly black and white sunrise with a thick layer of fog hanging over the shore. Perfect waves rolled in calling to the surfers to come play.
Although the fog was beautiful and serene, I decided to post a sunset baby dolphin party from a few nights ago, bringing the message of changing up our routines. It's good to break out of our habits and see what unfolds.
On this night the young dolphins were in a very festive mood! They came in the lagoon hopping out of the water and proceeded to roll around and pop out of the water for at least an hour. The adult dolphins were also joining in the playtime by tossing the kiddos in the air.
The play was infectious and unifying. People all around were laughing and ooohing and awing at the golden display of joy. The dolphins asks us to join in and spread giggles and fun.
Wishing you a day filled with spontaneous play!
