Renewal is a constant
Weeeeeeee! The wind is back and gusting! The chatty flock flew in early, effortlessly hanging in place courtesy of the wind.
The ocean was churning, sending white-wash salty spray into the air—a refreshing burst that filled my lungs. As the sun rose, it illuminated the waves with colored sparkles, dancing like tiny gems across the water.
Golden beams streamed from behind the clouds, filling the morning with an energy of inspiration and hope.
After sunrise, in the lagoon, I spotted a remarkable nine-legged starfish. She brings us today’s message of regeneration.
She said, “One of my legs is in the process of growing back. I know healing takes time—a process that can’t be rushed. Renewal is constant part of life. We are always in the process of growing and healing….. embrace and enjoy the journey.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Free falling to get free
Ahhhh, a calm and serene sunrise, with the ocean looking more like a lake today. A very chatty flock of gulls arrived early, eager for connection time before getting squeaky clean.
Pixar, the laughing gull, was front and center, showing off her flying skills against a pastel-colored backdrop.
As the sun rose, fisher people set up along the shore. The first catch of the day was a baby hammerhead nugget.
As he was tossed back into the water, he said, “Use the powerful energy of this week to get free. It may feel a little daunting, like you are in a free fall. Take a deep breath, let go and trust your sensitivity to guide you. You got this!"
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Hook a laughing gull
Pixar the laughing gull
Baby Hammerhead shark flying back to the ocean
PIxar
You are never truly lost
The morning felt cozy beneath a blanket of fluffy clouds, soaking up soft pastel hues over the ocean. Just beyond the waves, dolphins glided northbound, while the flock swooped in to greet the day.
A palette of gentle, soothing colors filled the sky, setting the tone for a peaceful start. Among the flock, several wore their striking black mating plumage, a sign that they’re preparing to journey north for the season.
Their presence is a reminder that life moves in cycles—seasons and themes come and go. If you’re feeling stuck, trust in the rhythm of time. Change is always unfolding, even when it’s not yet visible.
After sunrise, Luna the osprey preparing to land brings us a message of focus and direction. She said, "Like a built-in GPS, your inner guidance knows the way. Trust it. You are never truly lost."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
mating plumage is on, ready to head north
Ready and focused….Luna the osprey
Take a deep breath to center
Weeeeee! The wind was whipping this morning! As the sun rose, it looked like a striped pink and golden ball, casting a warm glow that softened the edges of the churning sea.
A very chatty flock of gulls swooped in, riding the wind like expert surfers. They hovered in place, effortlessly adjusting their wings to balance in the blustery air.
Among them, front and center, was Tiger—the celebrity Heermann’s Gull, always confident, bringing us the message today. He said, “Pause. Take a minute to breathe. Relax and connect with yourself so you can connect with your flock mates.”
He said, " I am a reminder that even in the rush of the wind, the movement of the waves, and the hurried energy of the morning, there is power in stillness. The wind may push and pull, but like us birds who know how to ride it, you can find your balance, your center. Sometimes, all it takes is a pause—a deep breath—to feel grounded again."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
peek a boo
Use the energy to carry you forward
AHHHHHH, a perfect spring sunrise painted the sky with a calming color palette. The salty breeze was light, brushing softly against my skin. Gentle, rolling waves stretched toward the shore, calling surfers to come out and play.
A lively, chatty flock arrived just as the sun peeked above the horizon, their wings and hearts wide open. Meanwhile, Pelican Highway was bustling with heavy northbound traffic.
Gliding effortlessly above the waves, the pelicans offered a gentle reminder, “Use the energy waves to carry you forward. If you find yourself in a lull, take a deep breath, visualize the wave, and trust the timing. Everything is lining up to support you.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Nature helps you feel groovy
Ahhhhhhh, a lovely sunrise unfolded, beginning with a dreamy display of pink hues before melting into a golden glow, radiating warmth courtesy of the big sun.
Perfect waves rolled toward shore, giving skimmers and pelicans just the right momentum to glide effortlessly down the coastline. The wind danced across the water, lifting the tops of the waves and sending sparkly salt mist into the air.
A lively flock of gulls arrived later than usual, just in time for the sunrise. One particular gull, silhouetted against the sun, called out, “Soak up the power of the sunshine! Did you know that time in the sun helps your body produce vitamin D, supports bone health, lowers blood pressure, and even makes you feel groovy? And the best part? It’s free!”
Two One Leggers added, “Join us in stepping into nature to help you feel centered and peaceful."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
solar powered
Other worldy sunrise
We’re having a gray and white sunrise with thick fog and light spitting rain. I thought I'd share one of my favorite otherworldly sunrises, along with a couple of my favorite dolphins.
Wishing you a magical day friends!
A mix of sunny Florida and California
We are having a pastel moody bluesy, overcast sunrise with spitting rain. I thought a mix of Sunny Florida sunrises with California wildlife (Moss Landing) would be a nice way to start the day.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
The snuggle is real
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Extreme Sport Sushi Pelican Party!
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Extreme Sport Sushi Pelican Party!
The recent cold weather slowed fishing in my area for weeks, but today, everything changed—Sheepshead was on the menu.
The pelicans gathered beneath the filet station, patiently waiting for scraps. Fortunately, the fishermen knew better than to toss them filleted carcasses—lesson learned from Pip the pelican’s fishy adventure.
Watching these pelicans in action is like witnessing a high-stakes sporting event. With a powerful flap of their wings, they lift themselves from the water reaching for the fillet, resembling basketball players at the tip-off.
Dining at this sushi buffet is an extreme sport—beaks lock, each bird vying for a prized scrap. But despite the chaos, no injuries occurred, and most managed to snag a bite.
Stay tuned for more tales from the lagoon!
Please may I have another?
Keep Your eyes on the prize!
And reach!
Graceful
Reunions come in many forms
A joyful reunion at sunrise!
When I arrived at the ocean this morning, a few gulls from the flock were already gathered. But to my surprise, among them was Tiger—a Heermann’s gull all the way from Baja California!
Tiger has been spending his winters in New Smyrna Beach since 2020, usually arriving in October and leaving around February. This year, when he didn’t come in October, we were not sure he would come. But here he is, right on the shore, reminding us that life is full of surprises!
He’s a true bird celebrity—birders seek him out, eager to capture his photo, knowing he’s traveled so far to be here. His return is a reminder to keep the faith, embrace unexpected joys, and cherish reunions when they come.
Wishing you a day filled with happy surprises!
Laughing Gulls
Laughing gulls
Tiger a Herrmann’s gull squawking back when I squealed WELCOME BACK!
Tiger a Heermann’s gull ~Listening intently while I ask him a hundred questions. :)
Tiger a heermann’s gull
Use your sensitivty to guide you
The moon was bright in the sky before first light surrounded by soft wispy clouds as I walked to the beach. A salty breeze was constant as I reached the edge of the ocean where I was greeted by the flock.
Waves rolled toward shore soaking up the gold light of the sun. Pelican Highway was high in the sky heading southbound, using the wind to carry them with ease.
After sunrise, my pelican friends were on the poles waiting fro the dolphins to come in bringing us the message of the day. “We have 2 messages today, “Hang with your like minded feathered friends and trust your emotions to guide you.”
“Did you know we are very sensitive? We use our emotions and intuition to guide us. We encourage you to stay in the moment and let your sensitivity guide you toward the next step. And hanging with friends makes it fun.”
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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It’s raining Light
With fluffy clouds on the horizon, the sun poured golden rays across the sky, delivering a much-needed uplifting start to the day.
The ocean churned toward shore, tossing salty spray into the air, while light traffic flowed southbound on Pelican Highway.
Ospreys lined up like planes at an airport, scanning the waters for breakfast. One osprey overhead paused for a moment of quiet connection, offering a message for the day, "Use your vision to see what is best for you. Remember, vision is not just what you see with your eyes—it is also your intuition, a powerful guide lighting the way."
Wishing you a light-filled day, friends!
Connect…use your vision to guide you
Cloud Art
Good Morning! It's a 100 shades of grey this morning.
I thought I would share a few of my favorite other worldly cloud art photos. A cloud angel, Aladdin and people in the sun. Let me know what you see.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Flying to the right
Aladdin shaped cloud
Cloud angel dangling his/her feet above the ocean
People in the sun
Person walking from right to left
Person waving on bottom right of sun
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode: First Photo of Dolphin Anniversary
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode: First Photo of Dolphin Anniversary
On February 17, 2018, I went for a sunset paddle, feeling a little lost that night. Whenever I’m uncertain about what to do next, I ask, “Show me what’s next.” Then, I wait—open to the signs and guidance that appear.
That night, I had a dream. I was half in the water, half out, capturing photos of orcas at sunset. The sky glowed orange, and water cascaded around them in shimmering splashes.
When I woke up the next morning, excitement replaced uncertainty. Inspired by the dream, I decided to try it that night—not with orcas, but with dolphins in the Indian River Lagoon. It felt safer, closer, more possible.
Much to my surprise and amazement, they came! As I clicked the shutter, their tails lifted, water cascading around them, bathed in the same golden-orange glow I had seen in my dream. Wow, was this really happening?!
One of those dolphins was the dolphin I call M. I didn’t know it then, but he would become a familiar presence in my life—one I have spent the last seven years photographing, documenting, and simply sharing space with. He is such a sweet boy!
That night was the beginning of something unexpected and extraordinary. It has been a true honor to meet so many wildlife friends—photographing their babies, their pods, and witnessing their highs, lows, and, of course, all their silly shenanigans. What a ride!
Show me what’s next!
Rainbows and puppy dogs
Good Morning! There was a hint of a sunrise with overcast sky. I thought it would be more uplifting to share rainbows and a puppy dog to brighten your day.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Standing in a portal :)
Archie, an adorable golden retriever
Remove the bugs that weigh you down
Ahhhhh, what a lovely sunrise! Some of the gulls were already gathered at the water’s edge when I arrived, while the rest flew in just before the sun peeked over the horizon.
The sky was painted in soft shades of pink, lavender, and blue, wrapping the morning in a calming embrace as we waited for the golden globe. When the sun finally rose, its golden warmth filled the air, a gentle reminder of new beginnings.
After sunrise, a handful of pelicans preened in the lagoon. One of them looked so much like my friend Pip that I couldn’t help but name him Junior. Junior brings us an important message about self-care.
Reaching under his wing to pull out old feathers and rid himself of pesky bugs, he said, "Daily preening keeps me healthy and strong. I highly recommend taking a few minutes each day to remove the 'bugs'—the little things that weigh you down—so you, too, can stay strong."
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Junior the pelican
Sunrise with the flock
Weeeeeeeeeee! The wind was whipping this morning! When the wind is strong the gulls use it to hang in place showing off their elite skills.
With the sand blasting, I gave my cameras the day off and used my phone to create a peaceful video to start the day. Hook and One Legger are front and center of the flock.
Please enjoy the song Love Lights by Kevin P Holt - Composer, a heart centered and heart opening composer.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
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Growth happens when we push past what we know
The flock flew in early and hot, ready to mingle with a magnificent sunrise as their backdrop. The bronze-colored sun inched upward, turning more golden as it spread rays of warm light across the water. The birds wasted no time, diving into the shallows to get squeaky clean under the morning glow.
After sunrise, Spot, my egret friend, and several pelicans gathered in the lagoon. One of the pelicans gave himself a good stretch, reaching his wings way back, prepared to lift off.
It was a reminder that strength comes not just from standing firm but also from stretching—physically, mentally, and beyond what feels comfortable. Growth happens when we push past what we know, expanding our reach like wings.
Nearby, Post stood tall in his power stance, another reminder that balance requires both grounding and movement. The birds, in their effortless way, demonstrated to be strong, we must also be willing to stretch.
Wishing you a beautiful day friends!
Stretch
Spot the egret
Rainy day Connections
With looming rain and thick fog, I was only able to snap a few photos before the sky opened up with rain.
I thought I’d share a fun photo I received from a wonderful sunrise friend. This is Bob the seagull on my head while I was chatting with friends. I think he likes to pose. He reminds us how connections come in many forms.
Wishing you a beautiful with sweet connections!
PS~. Check out the previous post - I uploaded a new dolphin video
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Pops in for a Quick Snack
Tales from the Lagoon ~ Episode - Dolphin Pops in for a Quick Snack
A new dolphin friend popped in for a quick bite accompanied by a pelican. The dolphin grabbed a quick fish but the pelican struck out. On the second swim by, the dolphin was kind enough to give some sweet eye contact.
Stay tuned for more tales!