Lift each other up
Ahhhhh what a morning! First light started with blue skies and pink rays streaming upward filling the vibe with the promise of a new day. When the sun came up big and bright, it brought warmth, filling the sky with a golden glow.
The adorable flock flew in with Tiger the Heermann’s Gull, One Legger and Split Foot! So good to see the gang is coming back. Just waiting for Hook and Peg to return.
2 of the gulls bring a sweet message. They said, “It’s true we squabble, but we flock together because we know the power of a flock is important for us to prosper. We are here to encourage lifting each other up to thrive.”
After sunrise I got to spend time with lots of dolphin. Charley and M were there accompanied by a few moms and their kiddos. The kiddos were very playful again reminding us to play and snuggle. They said, “Starting the day with snuggles and play sets the tone for a great day! Come on! Let’s have some fun!”
Wishing you a playful day friends!
Be a part of the flock
With the threat of rain and strong gusty winds, I thought I’d change things up today with a 90 second video showcasing the beautiful flock. They said, ‘We thought it would be fun for our friends to feel what it’s like to be a part of the flock.” Music is from one of my favorite composers, Kevin P. Holt. This song is called Cresting Waves. His music is uplifting, heart opening and inspiring. The combination of the gulls and his music is a wonderful way to start to the day! Wishing you a heart expanding day friends! https://www.shelleylynchphotos.com music purchased on Artlist.io
A slight shift can create big changes
Mother Nature brought us a wonderful golden light show with streaming light through the clouds. Pelican Highway traffic was heavy, stopping for a sushi buffet at the jetty. More from that party later.
The flock of gulls flew in at their regular time and brought an old friend with them, A Heermann’s gull from California, Tiger. Tiger is a celebrity bird who spends his winters in new Smyrna Beach. He brings us the the message of reconnecting.
He said, “I love the flock and my hooman friends in New Smyrna so I return to spend time with them each year. It makes me happy to visit with my Florida Flock. Ahhh, feels good to reconnect.”
The laughing gulls held their position all around using the wind to support them. I looked up to see the birds were surrounding the moon, showing their cute belly. They said, “Be open to seeing things from a different perspective, the slightest shift in how you see life can create big changes."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
My favorite highway, Pelican Highway
Tiger, A Heermann’s gull
Tiger a Heermann’s Gull
A very tried Tiger, just got back to Florida for the winter He’s a Heermann’s Gull
Peace rays and gratitude
Good Morning! For this Florida girl, it was a chilly start to the day with whipping chilly wind coming from the north. The chatty flock was late today. When they flew in they hung in place just a few feet away until they darted off and returned to hang in place again.
They must have closed Pelican highway going north because the pelicans were only heading southbound.
A big and glorious sun came up streaming a peace light ray through a perfect hole in the clouds. I imagined the light rays were being sent out into the would for everyone to soak up.
After sunrise Luna flew in just a few feet away to say hello. As she bounced up and down in the wind, I asked her how her foot was and she said, “It is still red and painful but that doesn’t stop me from catching fish and thriving. My secret is to rest and keep my awareness on gratitude for what feels good and strong.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS ~Check out the Tales from the Lagoon post before this one.
Peace Light Ray
Lunda the osprey showing her hurt foot
Feeling a little grumpy about her foot
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode ~ White Caps and Wind Gusts Are Fun!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode ~ White Caps and Wind Gusts Are Fun!
With over 20 mph gusts and white caps on the usually calm river, dolphins of all ages were having a blast today!
Momma (the first momma dolphin I met) and Split Fin Momma along with their calves were among the playful pods. Cliff and his buddy, 2 male dolphins were in the mix too.
When the adult were grabbing snacks the kiddos were playing, popping up out of the water like popcorn. Then the adults joined the youngins and it was a full on wrestling, rolling around, hugging, popping out of the water, giggling kind kind of fun. Who knew white caps could be so fun?!
Stay tuned for more tales!
Youngin’ waving
Be the love you want to see in the world
Good Morning! We are having a 50 shades of gray morning so thought I'd share a dolphin sunset from last week.
A pod of momma’s, their kiddos and a few males came in to play and grab snacks. They bring us the message of play, community and connection.
Dolphins have moods like us, some days they want to interact more than others. This night they were all about spreading smiles engaging with the camera, a paddle boarder and a boat.
They said, “Break into spontaneous play to create a shift in your mood. Go ahead, be the love we want to see in in the world. Join us in sending out positive ripples with your smile.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Step outside your comfort zone
Ball, Ball, Ball…..seeing the sun and moon through the eyes of a dog.
The huge moon was high in the sky illuminated but he sunrise, bringing us another powerful start to the day.
The flock of gulls flew in loud and ready to connect. Waves caught the sunlight as they rolled toward shore. Pelican Highway traffic was surprisingly light.
After sunrise I ran into Luna the osprey who was napping with the moon. She said, “Ospreys are the messenger of diving into your emotions, not to worry, you won’t drown. Better to acknowledge them so they don’t build up. When it feels big, rest.”
An immature Ibis was walking the docks. She said, “Usually I bring the message of digging deep but today I’m here to encourage exploring. Go ahead, step outside your comfort zone and see what unfolds.”
Wishing you beautiful day friends!
Luna the osprey with the full moon
Immature Ibis exploring the dock
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon All Day Party!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon All Day Party!
Today was one of the top dolphin parties I have ever been to, and I’m certain it was influenced by the full moon. They love to party around the full moon and this week was no exception.
The day started with a little fish chasing and snacks but it wasn’t until the afternoon when things started popping….out of the water.
A mom and a calf were hanging out when I said, “Hey Momma, can I meet your baby?” A few minutes later they were just a few feet away and the baby was swimming by saying hello.
I asked the baby if s/he wanted to pop out of water. A couple minutes later s/he swam by and laid on his side, we made eye contact and I knew something was about to happen.
Before I knew it, that calf felt out of the water and several other dolphins all of sudden showed up and were flying and kissing, splashing, chasing fish. It was crazy! I didn’t even know where to point the camera.
So much more to share from this week so stay tuned!
Endings and new beginnings
Ahhhh, a magical morning with the full moon setting as the sun came up to greet the day. With a gorgeous color palette and churning ocean, the vibe was a powerful one.
The chatty flock flew in early to say hello and grab a very quick bath before a few canines came and they flew the coop.
The full moon, lighthouse, and Pelican Highway bring us another combo message. The pelicans said, “The lighthouse represents safety and hope. We highly recommend looking for the signs like the lighthouse to help navigate the energy of the full moon.”
“You see, this moon is quite powerful, not only is it bringing the energy of endings but it is helping us wrap up anything left undone from the last 2 years. Take time to rest and recharge to stay strong an solid. New and fresh starts are on the way!”
Wishing you a a beautiful day friends!
Moon setting over Indian River
Be open to AHA moments
The full moon was setting just a few minutes before the sun came up the greet the day.. The closer the moon got to setting the more orange it became, illuminating the surrounding sky and river.
The ocean was churning with a strong current coming up high into the dunes courtesy of the pull of the moon. When the sun came up big and bright, light rays jetted into the sky bringing the vibe of anything is possible.
The moon, sailboat and pelicans bring us a combo message today. The moon says, “I am also a lunar eclipse which means my power is concentrated. You may experience rapid changes, epiphanies or surprising AHA moments than change you. Not to worry, use my energy to let go and bring in the new that supports you even better.”
The sailboat and channel marker reminds us to look for the signs marking the way. When the road seems rough, hug the channel markers for safety.
Pelican Highway was packed today. One stream of traffic finishes the message for us. One of the pelicans leading the traffic said, “I get it, sometimes the road is bumpy, it’s ok to stop mid flight and shake off the stress, and even vomit. Remember the bumps are temporary and will pass.” Relax and ride the energy with ease."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Hug the channel markers when teh path in rough
Sometimes you gotta stop and vomit on the fly and keep going
TGIF Photo :)
YOu are strong, touch and resilient able to weather any storm
Gray fluffy clouds filled the sky before sunrise giving us a dark and cozy start to the day. The very chatty flock flew in early to say hello and get squeaky clean.
Once Legger has a twin! They were both hanging out resting and preening as the sun came up to greet the day. One Legger said, “Bird Yoga is a part of our self care, stretching keeps us limber, ready to take flight at a moments notice.”
As the sun came up, golden light streamed between the clouds and ocean adding a hopeful vibe to the morning. Pelican Highway was feeding in the streaming light, stopping to soak up the warmth.
After sunrise I ran into a unique messenger, an Eider Duck (I think). She brings us a powerful message of resilience and hope. She said, “I am here to remind you of your strength and toughness.”
“My ability to swim and fly as well as seek shelter from cold brings the message of survival. I’m a reminder to keep the faith, stay strong, you can weather any storm.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
PS ~ Check out previous 2 posts for Tales from the Lagoon
One legger doing beach yoga
One Legger has a twin
Eider duck
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Up Close with Snuggles and Smooches
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Up Close with Snuggles and Smooches
So many stories to share but this was my favorite of the day. 3 dolphin who I know came in for snacks and to hang out. I was in the deeper end while they grabbed snacks in shallows for several hours.
When I snapped this series, they swam in from my left and broke into some spontaneous snuggling. Such an honor to be included in their snuggle fest that lasted about 5 minutes.
They always know exactly where I am, but just in case the amorousness took them over, I backed up after snapping these few photos.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Boop
Coming in for a hello!
Hello!
Eye see you
Hugs
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Uncle Larry Announces A Maternity Pod
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Uncle Larry Announces A Maternity Pod
I was hanging with Uncle Larry and Jagger, 2 male dolphins for about an hour when Uncle Larry came out of the water then started chuffing. Dolphins communicate in many ways, one is by chuffing. Chuffing is when they blow with intensity repeatedly.
I wasn’t sure why so I asked him and also looked around to make sure I wasn’t in his way and that there wasn’t any danger in the area. In the past, I had a dolphin swim at me chuffing with serious intensity turns out he was warning me about a shark. I felt his urgency, and backed up to the shallow water when I saw the shark.
About 2 minutes later, several momma dolphins and their calves swam into the lagoon. It was like a reunion, they all hugged and connected then the maternity pod left in a flash. The boys stayed for a bit longer to enjoy a few more mullet before heading out.
Uncle Larry
Uncle Larry
Uncle Larry chuffing
Uncle Larry chuffing
Maternity pod ( Moms and their calves)
help and support each other
With a light drizzle before sunrise and thick layered clouds I wasn’t sure we would have a sunrise.
What a difference a few minutes can make! The gray and white colors switched to to a pink and purple hue followed by breathtaking golden streaming light.
The flock flew in at the usual time and among them was a new bird with hospital bracelets on his feet.
We chatted for a while after the flock left, he said, “I bring the message of being open to receiving help and support."
"You see, I was struggling when some nice people took me in, gave me food and love. Now, I can move forward, one foot in front of the other with pride and strength.”
Overhead several osprey were floating in the thermals adding to the message. “It’s true we squabble and fight over territory but we also know how to work together, supporting each other. Help comes in many forms, it feels good to help my friend feel strong.“
Wishing you a day feeling supported!
Ospreys supporting each other not fighting
Laughing gull showing his bracelets from the hospital
stepping forward with confidence
One step at a time
Mother Nature brought us a dramatic sunrise with purple rain, huge clouds, wind, a churning ocean and the very loud flock of gulls.
Venus was bright in the sky before the sun came up. The flock flew in when It was still dark and hung in place using the wind to keep them steady.
Ospreys and Pelican Highway zipped by using the wind to cover more territory fast!
The purple rain and sunrise reflecting on the wet sand was artful and heart opening.
We have a combo message from a sleeping gull and a box turtle. The gull was taking a break from the wind said, “Resting is a very important aspect of my health. I am here to encourage resting and napping. Give your body time to recharge and stay strong.”
A box turtle was in the dunes when it was still dark added to the gull saying, “She is right! Resting and a slow steady pace is a great way to keep your strength. As you can see, I take it one step at a time, knowing I will find my way by enjoying each moment.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Venus in teh sky before sunrise
Rest to recharge
Turtle before sunrise saying one step at a time
Dive in with ease
The wind was whipping, the ocean was churning while the sky was filled with soft clouds and pastel colors creating a Monet looking sky.
The flock of gulls flew in chatty and extremely playful. They used the wind to hang in place for the longest time. We enjoyed closeness and getting squeaky clean followed by nap time.
Pelican Highway was cruising in both directions looking for breakfast.
One of the pelicans brings us the message of relaxing into commitment. He said, “Be open to people, places and things aligning. Not to worry, you will know when to dive in. When that time comes, take a deep breath and go for it. I recommend relaxing your tail feathers and dive in!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Don’t give up, you got this!
WOWIE! 30 minutes before the sun came up the sky was filled with a ceiling of fluffy clouds soaking up breathtaking pink light.
The sunrise continually morphed over time reflecting on the wet sand, giving us a heart opening start to the day.
The chatty gulls flew in to greet the day and connect. Shortly after sunrise, a high speed chase broke out in the flock over a fishy. The gull with the fish brings us bird wisdom today.
She said, “Other than daily self care, for us birds, we need to stay focused on our goal to thrive. I'm a reminder to keep your eye on your fish, even when it may slip away, don’t give up. Stay the course, regroup and go after it.”
“Sure sometimes you may have competition, but not to worry, what is meant for you will never pass you by.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Stay focused on your goal
Even when it slips away….regroup and go again
Score!
A year ago yesterday…One of my best days with wildlife!
A year ago yesterday ...One of my best days with wildlife!
Almost kissed by a humpback and they spent about an hour with us, never touching the boat until they got ready to leave. Before leaving, one of them gave a gentle nudge with his head then swam to the next boat to play with them!
Moss Landing California. On a boat with Slater Moore Photography. I highly recommend!
Embody joy to help others
As I walked to the beach I could see the ribbons of color filling the sky. It was even more breathtaking the close I got to the ocean.
The first thing I noticed in the sky were called shaped wispy angels soaking up the color.
Mother Nature pulled out the swirly paint brush with heart expanding color palette filling the sky and water with all the colors of the rainbow.
The chatty flock came in at their usual time, ready to get squeaky clean.
A pod of dolphins came from the north, stopping to play for a few minutes before moving on. They said, "Sometimes it's good to have the same message a few days on row."
"We bring you the remind to play! Break into spontaneous play to create a shift, remembering you can help shift others with your happy vibe."
Wishing you happy day friends!
Dolphin surfing.
Dolphin in the wave
Wispy angel clouds
Play to shift your mood
It was dark and very quiet when I reached the ocean. A bright golden orange glow was starting on the horizon while dolphins frolicked far off shore.
One flew out of the water saying, “Let’s play! Even a moment of smiling and being goofy can shift your mood.”
A large flock of gulls flew in when it was still dark. They were so chatty and fun, their legs and wing were flying in every direction.
They stayed to enjoy bath time and watch the sun come up. One of the gulls said, He said, “Sure us gulls look similar but each of us is unique and special. Soak up the light, let it show you how beautiful you are.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
First Light Pelican Highway
Frolicking offshore
Reflection of love and light
