Encouragement arrived this morning in the form of a Snowy Egret, a Pelican and a Dolphin. The Snowy Egret so splendid in his solitude. The dolphin and pelican spontaneously playing.. engagement. I enjoyed this so much it was like a tonic, providing some relief from the current pressing concerns in NZ.
Taken From: Unexpected Playmates
Source: V.J. Knutson who blogs at One Woman’s Quest II
Selection of material from the post Unexpected Playmates by V.J. Knutson, used with the permission of the author. The dolphin-pelican story is great fun and I hope you’ll follow the link to read their story.
Location: Gulf Coast, Texas USA (I got the location from the post comments)
“I also catch this snowy egret, perched on a post and huddled against the wind. He too, ignores my lens, and as he turns his head, I get a good closeup of that feathery mane.”
The dolphin’s a tease and the pelican’s a good sport – here’s the link to their story:
https://onewomansquest.org/2019/03/19/unexpected-playmates/
Posted by Liz; Exploring Colour (2019).
Images and quote used with permission of V.J. Knutson
Exploring Colour 
It just breaks my heart what happened in Christchurch. I’ve been thinking about NZ a lot lately. I’m glad you were able to find some positive feelings in these encounters!
LikeLiked by 1 person
An enjoyable read, Liz. Thanks for the link!
LikeLiked by 1 person
My pleasure 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for the post – I follow both of VJ’s blogs but can only get to so many posts during the week and so because of you I was able
To see that unique experience – right on
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re welcome, glad you didn’t miss the post!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I clicked on her link to
Leave a comment but it logged me out so I will go back later to let her know
LikeLiked by 1 person
Getting out and surrounding yourself with life is extremely nurturing and nourishing. It has great restorative powers. Good on you for looking up, out, and forward.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Michael!
LikeLike
Nature experiences have incredible healing power, Liz. I hope you can get out and feel that power.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Tanja. We’ve just walked in the door from having a little break outside. I’d noticed some roadside pink wild carrot flowers (Achillea) from the car yesterday and Nigel drove me back there – we’ve both been taking photographs with his cellphone camera. If any turn out well I’ll be posting them in the near future 🙂
LikeLike
Thanks so much for featuring my write up, Liz. Always good to know I can spread a little joy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Absolutely! My husband just arrived home and I got him to take a look – he enjoyed reading about the pelican and the dolphin. What a special experience to witness that!
LikeLiked by 2 people
It sure was special. I am from Canada- no dolphins or pelicans there, so extra special.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree – such a unique trio to have visit
LikeLiked by 1 person