Soak up the magic of the season and carry it forward
Ahhhh, the sky was spectacular! Mother Nature used every crayon in the box to give us a magical start to the day. The almost new moon was lit up high in the sky adding to the hopeful vibe.
A chatty flock flew in loud and ready to connect before bath time. The gulls opened their wings as the sun came up receiving the warmth and soft light.
The flock said, "Whether you are solo or have a flock, we recommend being open to the magic of the season. Soak it up and carry it into the new year."
It was family day in the lagoon after sunrise. A large pod of dolphins came into the lagoons. Moms and their kids along with 4 males- Charley, M, Whipser and Ocean. The adult males were hanging with the kiddos while the moms grabbed a mullet breakfast.
If you celebrate, I wish you a Merry Christmas! For those who don't, I wish you a very beautiful day!
Warm and snugly memories
We are having a dark and foggy sunrise...I was reminiscing about warmer days when the manatees were snuggling at the beach at sunrise.
Here is a video from that day~
Wishing you a warm and snuggly kind of day.
Be open to new experiences
Mother Nature brought us a breezy morning with a soft layer of fog. The pre sunrise sky was filled with fluffy clouds accompanied by a pastel sky.
The birds flew in before sunrise and were in a very playful mood. They used the wind to hang in place and connect.
Such a fun morning with new experiences. One of the birds landed on my head again and when I put my wide angle lens out to snap the photo she tilted her head as if posting. Then another bird landed on the camera! I’ve been photographing the flock since 2017. It seems it takes 7 years to earn their trust.
Bath time was packed, like a spa day in the healing waters. A skimmer joined the laughing gulls to get squeaky clean. I have never seen a skimmer in bath time, so this was a real treat.
The birds remind us to be open to new experiences that bring us laughter and joy.
Wishing you a beaufiul day friends!
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While taking this photo, another bird landed on the camera. :)
One Legger up close and personal
Skimmer bath time
Skimmer bath time
Slow down to connect
Mother Nature brought us a a crisp breeze brining us a little nip in the air…..for sunny Florida. The flock flew in early and very chatty. They hung in place with ease courtesy of the wind.
The ocean churned with power sending salty spray in the air. When the sun came up it started with a gold lining, like a silver lining bringing the energy of hope for a new day.
One Legger was extra sweet today bringing the message of strength and connection. Sure this time of year can be overwhelming many levels. I highly recommend taking time to slow it down to connect. Remember you are stronger than you know, rest into your strengths, you got this!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
One Legger, Strong and beautiful
Slowing it down with the strong and beautiful One Legger. sunrise on the way, stay tuned!
Winter solstice - more light - soak it up
Mother Nature took us from balmy with fog to crisp and cool in a day. Fluffy clouds with a deep copper glow filled the sky before sunrise changing to a beautiful golden glow as the big ball of light came up.
Pelican Highway was empty but Seagull Street was pack flying in early to connect. Today is the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere bringing us the message of renewal and rebirth.
The winter solstice marks the day when the days becoming longer bringing more light brining the energy of renewal. Mother Nature said, “Use the energy today to set intentions for personal growth. Connect to nature to restore balance, giving yourself the inner strength to continue on your path.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Keep your focus on your heart
The morning started out with thick wet fog and clouds. The sun came up and worked with the wind to burn off the fog and move the clouds along so we could have a golden sunrise.
The sun burning off the fog reminds us eventually the haze will burn off so we can see clearly.
The chatty flock flew in to say good morning. So nice of you to feel the warmth of the sun comm up and free the day while the wind blew salty spray in the air.
After sunrise, a squirrel stopped me to chat. As he put his little paws to his chest he said, “If you feel foggy, keep your focus on your heart. Trust it to guide you toward your dreams.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Curiosity to expand your horizons
The fog is still thick this morning, keeping the sun hidden. Around 6:00 am while sipping my coffee, enjoying the stillness of the fog I heard coyotes howling across the river which inspired todays photos.
On this day, a surfer was coming down the beach. From a distance he looked like he had a dog walking next to him. Once closer, it was a coyote trotting next to him on the way to the waves.
The coyote continued to be curious about the surfers, watching from the beach. He said, “I’m here to remind you to be curious. Sniff around to see what you might find. Take in new experiences to broaden your horizons.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Safe place to land is fun!
This morning the sunrise was fifty shades of grey. While hanging with the flock they started landing on my head out of the blue. So much fun to feel their little feet on my head. Have a fun day!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Tango, Dolphin Style
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Tango, Dolphin Style
The river was rough with the wind whipping. The conditions seem to inspire a little snuggle and smooch time. Enjoy the lovefest.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Listen to your dreams, visions and intuition
Soft rays of pink light streamed into the sky 30 minutes before the sun came up from behind the clouds. With a wet salty layer of fog the morning felt cozy and quiet.
The flock of laughing gulls flew in just before sunrise for bath time. So good to see them again! Pixar flew right over to say god morning and strike a pose.
The sun came up from the behind a mushroom shaped cloud burning off the fog and bringing warmth.
After sunrise while I was on the dock a loon popped up to say hello! She said, “I’m here to encourage you to listen to your intuition, dreams and visions. Listen for guidance, even the tiniest of whispers can open a door for you.”
“I’m also a messenger of tranquility and peace, letting you know the rough waters are behind you, relax and enjoy!”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Pixar
Loon
Open and ready for change
Rain drops keep falling on my head….the sun will come out tomorrow…
It was raining as my feet hit the sand. I was able to snap a photo of the moon at 5am before the clouds covered it up. The moon brings us the message today.
The man in the moon said, “I am situated in the sky asking you to be open minded and flexible. Ride the waves, ready to carry you forward."
"Full moons bring us endings, doors may be closing now, so new openings can emerge. Use my energy to help you let go of anything you no longer need, starting the new year off feeling lighter, ready for change.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Chillin’
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Full Moon Chillin’
Usually I witness the dolphins jumping and snuggling during a full moon but today was all about relaxation with a few snacks.
Ocean and Whisper came in to relax. Ocean stayed for 3 hours while Whisper popped in out. Daniko and Jasper cruised in to grab a fish and leave like a convince store.
Ocean enjoyed teasing the pelicans a bit and grabbing a fish every now and then, but really seemed to enjoy the calm water and less wind after the touch conditions the past few days.
Stay tuned for more tales!
Big exhale
Flying mullet
Full Moon with an osprey
Good Morning! Luna the osprey and I felt the same way this morning about the energy of the full moon...just 5 more minutes please.
I'll be back at sunrise tomorrow. If you like this one, you might enjoy seeing wild dolphins napping. https://youtu.be/oTKLAbuFa9I
Wishing you a restful day friends!
Dolphin Sunset
The wind was whipping with rain looming so decided to post a dolphin sunset to get your day started. Wishing you a playful day friends!
Tales from the lagoon ~ Episode-Snuggles and Snacks
Tales from the lagoon ~ Episode - Snuggles and Snacks
What A day! With whipping wind, and white caps, that didn’t deter the dolphin from enjoying themselves.
The day started with Jagger and Uncle Larry along with 2 other dolphins I know but not well. Uncle Larry and Jagger came and went but the other two stayed for quality time and to get to know each other. More from them later.
Bald eagles are returning to the area for winter. They have the osprey screaming bloody murder as they fight for their territory.
Dolphins were coming and going grabbing fish then leaving. At one point a maternity pod stopped in with Charley and M who said hello then headed across the river to fly out of the water! Too far to snap but what a show! After the air time they headed back to where I was for more snuggles!
Stay tuned for more tales!
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Float above your situation for bird’s eye view
It was an Amazing Grace kind of sunrise this morning like yesterday. With fluffy clouds in the sky when the sun came up the beams of light streamed through the clouds looking like it was raining light.
Truly a heart opening morning full of promise. The flock of gulls stayed low to the ground, resting fro the wind. Pelican Highway traffic flew high in the sky using the thermals to carry them toward their destination.
On the way off the beach I heard an osprey screaming, it’s a scream that indicated a bald eagle is in the area. Sure enough, an immature bald eagle and osprey were having words high in the sky.
They are both birds of prey who soar high in the sky surveying where to go next. They bring us the message of getting a broader perspective. They said, “Float above your situation to see all the moving parts. This way you will have more information about your next move.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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A different angle can give new perspective
WOWIE! This was one of the best light shows I have ever seen! It was slow to start but once it got going the streaming sunbeams were extraordinary.
The wind was whipping churning up the ocean and sending sand flying down the beach. A large and chatty flock of gulls showed up to get squeaky clean despite the cold and wind.
As the flock hovered in the wind, I got below them and looked up. They said, “A different angle can give you a new perspective. Seeing people, places and things from a different viewpoint can provide new information.”
They also surprised me by getting squeaky clean in the cold conditions. They said, “Self care isn’t always convenient but it is necessary to stay healthy. We know daily bath time is part of thriving.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Color outside the lines
With spitting rain and a heavy layer of clouds keeping things cozy, the morning felt like a mix of other worldly and romantic.
The chatty flock flew in early for bath time, making sure to get squeaky clean before the cold front comes through. Pelican Highway traffic was light stopping often for snacks at the rest stops.
Mother Nature brought us a colorful sunrise bringing us the message to use every crayon in the box. "Go ahead, color outside the lines, mix and match colors, let your creativity flow."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Good morning! Mother Nature brought us another stunning sunrise, using fluffy clouds and vibrant colors. The pre sunrise was extra quiet with a heart opening pink and purple sky.
After a few minutes the chatty gull alarm clock flew in to squawk in the sunrise. Our message today comes for a sun drenched male cardinal who said, “Us males are very colorful, reminding you to step into your boldness. Go ahead, let your beautiful true colors shine bright for the world to see.”
He went on to say, “I am also the messenger that your angel loved ones are near. Especially at this time of year, I’m a reminder to that you are not alone, they are watching over you with so much love.”
Wishing you a e beautiful day friends!
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