An Amazing Find & The History Behind It Sea Glass Hunting With Mike! Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Fun Facts about me:
~ I’ve never owned a vehicle (Or Drivers license)
~ Smartphone either
~ Born & raised Anglophone in Montreal, I speak French & learned enough Spanish, Croatian & Arabic growing up to get myself into conversations which are well over my head but good fun!
~In 1998 I left Montreal with only a suitcase and headed west on an amazing-summer long cross country adventure that landed me in Calgary, Alberta where I took a job washing dishes, shortly after I was the pub manager, a job I loved and had to learn on the fly!
~In 2008 I sold my home in Calgary & moved over 5000 kilometers to a place I’d never been in search of a more meaningful existence & have been making things up ever since, living free and on my own terms connected to nature. (I'd never seen or heard of sea glass before moving to a road which turns to dirt, then falls into the sea, however its discovery was inevitable as its everywhere!)
~ My first 2 summers on Cape Breton were spent working on a farm, living in a tent next to a cornfield. We had to walk a kilometer to the farmhouse & back everyday for water, showering when it rains or the closest body of water (side note, I learned quickly soap won’t lather with saltwater!).🙃
Those experiences further enhanced my appreciation for life’s simplicities & the importance of living on ones own terms…1000 generations have led to these moments (Long days spent on my knees harvesting are probably why I’m such a good picker!)
~ After the farm didn't pan out, I went bankrupt & found myself in need of social assistance (welfare) for a short period, which is how I became a "Professional Beachcomber" by turning my passion into a career many years ago. Side note, I wouldn't recommend what I do to anyone!
~ I'm Left handed (Teaching myself music upside-down!)
~ I spend under $100 on clothing a year. Which you might of noticed
~ I spend $0.00 on takeout food a year however do appreciate (and miss) the tastes of each and every restaurant chain.
~ Everyday I walk my doggies (off leash by the sea or through the woods) a minimum of 10 kilometers a day. Since moving to Cape Breton we’ve walked the equivalent of earths circumference multiple times together without leaving the island! 🌎
~ My 19th Century built (one bedroom) home doesn’t have a dryer, bathtub, or foundation. During the coldest winter chill I’ve gone weeks without running water. It’s “cottage living” year round.
~ A small brook runs behind my home, it’s an ancient trail once used by indigenous people and early settlers, despite urbanization any animal imaginable can follow the stream past my window to my amazement! (Growing up in Montreal the largest undomesticated animal I’d ever encountered was a squirrel!).
~ In my youth I wanted to be John Lennon or George Bailey (It’s a wonderful life) when I grew up.
~ That being said, I live my life like a Beatles song & do my best to “Radiate Everything I Am” without fear & be the change I want to see In the world .
~ I don’t eat meat with the exception of when kind neighbors leave a food basket on my front step, then I won’t waste it.
~ In person my excitement level is greatly amplified, no matter the activity.
~ Music-wise, I'm probably listening to the 90’s (The sounds of my youth) although the years which surround it are awesome as well!
~ Mostly, If you think I’m passionate about sea glass, I wish you could see me with my children & the special relationship we have. They are life’s greatest gift and all I need.
~ If you've made it this far theirs's one more thing I wanted you to know however its not easy for me to say:
Every moment I struggle with the Symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome, which might help with understanding why I'm so passionate, have a great memory, a terrible grip & live the secluded life of a sea hermit, safe for my children. Also why I always have music on as it helps keep me "out" of my head.
I've such a deep rooted empathetic connection to the world. Each and every one of you mean so very much to me, I cant thank you enough for your love and positive support!
The world is a better place when we're able to treat a stranger like an old friend and make them feel good about themselves!
Oceans of love all! 🧡
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~Where else to find me!💫
Instagram: / seaglassarchaeology
Facebook: / capebretonseaglass
Twitter: @CapebretonGlass
Thanks everyone for your positive support & love! 🧡 It brings me so much joy to connect with kind hearted people from across the globe. Feel free to leave a comment or question & I'll be more than happy to reply!

[@sharon1775]

holy, what a score! LOL your original all right! Happy hunting.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Sharon!🌅 And Thanks! ❤️

[@wendytaylor1486]

Hi Mike,Great find there 😃Thanks so much for your reply to my Holiday finds photos,love sharing my finds with you.Take care,and here’s to many more exciting Beach treasure discoveries.😘

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you share your friendship and finds with me Wendy! 🧡 Here’s hoping we all have an awesome summer filled with good friends and amazing finds! ☀️ Hugs Wendy! 🌅

[@cricket6410]

Beautiful find!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Eileen!🧡 I thought so as well! 💫

[@meg2831]

I love that you not only tell us what it probably came from but you also show a picture. I'm hoping your shop is doing well. 😁

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Meg!🧡 I’m so glad you enjoy my videos and the knowledge!☀️ I only wish I knew what it (exactly) was on the beach to further enhance the knowledge and experience. 💫 I figured it might me a later taillight, even I’m learning something new everyday! 🌅

[@nancykunik4370]

At first glance my thought was ... Oh! A gummy bear ... Luv your enthusiasm and another great tid-bit of sea glass history ... Hope you found lots of Tinies before the sun went down ...

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Funny you should say Nancy!💫 I did pick a pile of tinies, then as I was leaving the shoreline I stopped to pick up one more and accidentally spilled my bag back into the pebbles!💯 So I scooped up the whole area and it’s sitting at home, waiting to be re-picked!🙃 What a stellar find eh! 💥 I agree! Just like a gummy bear! ❤️

[@skeeterstix]

Michael! It was an absolute pleasure meeting you and visiting your shop last week. We LOVE the pieces you create, most especially the ones we purchased. Stunning! You're a true artist and craftsman. Until next year. We're taking the same cruise on the Carnival Magic next September. We will meet again! Much love, John and Nancy Wilton from New Jersey

[@lindsayb2629]

Great find! See you in a few short weeks!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so excited Lindsay! ❤️❤️❤️

[@sheilab9380]

😊😊😊❤️

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

🙏🧡☀️💯 Shelia! ❤️

[@kryst254]

I just love how you teach! Thanks for finding the time and posting! Awesome little find! 😎 much love!! Hugs!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m always thinking of you (and all my sea glass friends) Krys T!🌅 My memory for people is just as rich as my memory for sea glass and I have a special place for everyone!💯 I don’t think of my videos as teaching, but “sharing” ! 🧡 Hugs, hugs! 🌅

[@colombecouture7974]

Hello Mike, I wasn't expecting to see another video so soon, knowing how busy you are in the summer. Happy to see your face😊. Today on my walk on the beach, I found a green marble. 🇨🇦😉 See you in the next video and thank you.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you found a Marble Colombe!☀️ Your friendship means so much to me, I’m making certain to post a video each week, although at this point it’s been a miracle I’ve been able to do so.💯 I’m luck you to be going to sleep at 3am and getting up anytime from 6:13 to 8:13 to either catch the early bus or walk the doggies before catching the late bus (at 9.)🌅 Our tourism season is so short, and this is definitely a “make or break” year for me coming out of the pandemic…and I’m too proud to give in!💯 Thanks for your friendship and support over the years Colombe!🌅 Happy hunting and hugs! 🧡

[@ruthabrahams7821]

What an awesome find 🧡❤️🧡! I appreciate how you teach us all- I’ve learned so much from you! Hope that the summer continues to go great for you! Take care! 🙏🧡

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for your warm wishes Ruth!🌅 It’s my absolute pleasure to share these finds & my life with you, thanks for your friendship and positive support! 🧡

[@tinaharbit1806]

So glad to see another video! Love your positive sweet personality! Thank you and have a fabulous season at the sea glass shanty

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Awe!🧡 Thank you for your kind wishes Tina! 🌅 Thus far my seasons been off the charts, a small business owners dream!☀️ I’m so glad to stay connected with you as well!💫 In life, I’ve my family, my friends and my sea glass! (Which all interlock!) Hugs Tina! 🧡

[@kyrathomas-moore9945]

Hey there Michael. Nice piece of Amberina, love that color of glass. Love them all really. Hope your summer is going well. Nice to see a video waiting today when I finished working. The lessons along the way are always appreciated. Thank you. Take care and keep finding treasures. Hugs from Texas!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for your warm wishes and letting me know you enjoy my adventures and education!🌅 It’s a pleasure to share and a privilege to have you as my friend! 🧡 The summer tourist season is my best ever (out of 12 seasons) however I miss my family, freedom and the beach however it’s “keep the dream alive” or seek out a regular job. 5 days a week, 52 weeks a year and I’m too proud to give up!💯 I hope it’s a great day out your way Kyra!☀️ Hugs, hugs! 🧡

[@anitamitchell3452]

Beautiful piece of glass. I'm stuck in Nevada can't be at the show. I hope others can be. Have fun.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for your warm wishes Anita!🧡 I’m super excited for my “festival adventure”💥💥💥 And only hope one day I can revisit “Nevada” and go mineral hunting in the desert…although I’m more interested in old mining camps and the old bottles and such now buried!💫 Hugs Anita! 🧡

[@anitamitchell3452]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology I also love exploring in the desert. I live a block away from the Colorado River and I find all kinds of stuff washed up on the beaches. In the winter months I like to go to the mountains. It's beautiful here. Hope you get to revisit also. Hugs to you Mike. Thank you.

[@MG-bk2nt]

Love to be at the seaglass show, but I’m about 3,000 miles away in the uk! Have fun 🤩

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for your warm wishes M G! I’ll do my,best to capture the excitement and share it with you! Hugs my friend! I hope the summers been great so far!

[@adogan7421]

Wow, what an amazing piece! I'm at my cottage for the summer and the sea glass here is amazing! Your insights and history behind some of the sea glass colours has helped me find what my sea glass originated from!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to hear of your secret sea glass getaway Ado! ☀️( Don’t tell me where it is or I’ll hop on my bicycle and head out that way!) It’s my pleasure to share with you and have you as my friend!💯 Thank you for sharing your time with me! 🌅 Happy hunting and hugs Ado! 🌊

[@mikecandy2283]

Hey Mike! Great find! We miss seeing you at the shanty by the fiddle AND hunting in Cape Breton. We just submitted the message in a bottle story to CBC. We’ll keep you posted! Mike, Joanna, Olivia, Pax.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi guys!🧡🧡🧡🧡 It’s so great to hear from you!🌅 Exciting story, please keep me posted! 💫 Things have become busier than I ever imagined possible out my way…I miss the beach!💯 Thanks for sharing your awesomeness and love with me!🙏 Keep on exploring your curiosities, making memories and loving life!💫 You’re all so inspiring! ☀️ Hugs to everyone! 🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@michellepearson8960]

Hi Mike, lovely to see you . Missing your beach adventures. Hope you sell lot's 😘

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for your warm wishes Michelle!🧡 I miss living free and without a schedule as well where I can spend as much time on the beach (or editing videos) as possible!💯 Thus far my season is absolutely stellar! 💫

[@sheilab9380]

Hi Mike! So happy to see you getting some beach time a great way to unwind and what a fabulous find! Always look forward to your videos! Our friends Claudette and Mark are visiting us in Fredericton

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to hear you’re all getting together!💫 Meeting you four meant so much to me, can’t wait to sea you again in the fall! 🌅 Please send my warmest regards and hugs to Mark & Claudette as well! 🧡🧡

[@sheilab9380]

I will pass the hugs along and I don’t want to wish the summer away but I can hardly wait to get back to cape Breton!!😊❤️

[@graemero5532]

Thanks for keeping us all in mind when you go to the beach Mike. Unfortunately the show is over a thousand miles away from the U.K so you will have to manage without me . . . Lol

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Funny Graeme! I’ll do my best to capture the excitement and share it with you!☀️ It’s so great to stay connected this summer.💯 Hugs my dear friend Graeme! 🧡🧡🧡

[@oceanluvngal]

*gasp* 🙀 AMAZING!!! I love the smooth transition from red to orange, and the pattern. Hoping to see everyone at the Mermaid Tears Seaglass festival this year. 🙂

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so excited for the festival! 🧡🧡🧡 This find was pretty awesome eh! 🌅

[@traveler320ak7]

That orange piece is so beautiful!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I totally agree! 🧡 It’s become the latest addition to my historical sea glass collection down at my shop for everyone to enjoy! 💫

[@daisymay4183]

Sorry I missed this short but sweet video. Good to see you. I know your busy busy busy. I hope you have amazing business at your Shanty.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Daisy May!🌅 It’s been busier than I could of ever imagined, an absolute blessing after these past few years without tourism.💯 I’ve many videos to share, from the beach the sea glass festival and around the port however Everyday I’m staying up until 3am remaking the items which sold. I miss connecting with you and all my other friends through videos so very much.💯 Before I know it, tourist season will come to an end and I’ll be able to do so!💫 Hugs my friend! 🧡 I hope your summers been filled with positive experience, happy people and sunshine! ☀️

[@joellenmeek658]

Thanks for the sea glass history and tell William hello from Pittsburgh.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks JoEllen! 🧡 I definitely will let William know he has friends who care for him in the Steel city! 🌅

[@bonnerdebbie]

Beautiful piece of glass and thanks for sharing story of the color behind it. Living in Florida USA I don't think I will make the festival but I am sure you will have a wonderful time.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you enjoyed this wonder find Debbie & thanks for your warm wishes!🌅 I’ll do my best to share my festival adventures with everyone and can’t wait bring my excitement to so many new individuals!☀️ Hugs Debbie! 🧡

[@ofnature7238]

Beautiful sea glasses I love them. And I have a lot of them.

[@irenes.2807]

Hi! Nice vid! So worried about you right now though on September 26 2022!! After Fiona's devastation, I hope you and all your family, friends, and loved ones are safe, and you haven't lost your home!! Praying for you from southern Ontario 🙏🕯🤞🖖

[@spooki_ghosti3]

Hey, I found ya..!! I'm the kid (the one with the greenish hair) who was freaking out over your turtles last week-ish..!! I hope you're having a lovely day :DD

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hey there!🌅 I absolutely remember you my friend! 💫 Thanks so much for your positive words of encouragement. I’m so glad to know how much you enjoyed my creations and such! It was another stellar day out this way, I hope the sun is shining on you as well!☀️ You always have a friend in me. Feel free to stop by and say hi if you’re even on Cape Breton Island again, I always have new finds and stories to share! 🌅

[@spooki_ghosti3]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology I will if I ever travel to NS again !! It was lovely meeting you :DD

[@Demonadara]

Hey, It’s one of the girl guides that visited you earlier today! The glass you found that looked like a die, I’m thinking the 1 may not be there and it could be something like a D-10? The shape would be closer to how the glass is shaped and the numbers in comparison! Since from a birds eye view you can see 5 numbers. If you search “D-10 Dice” you’ll get an idea of the shape I think it could be? Or it could be none of the above, I’m not the best at this, haha! Hope this helped at all! It was lovely meeting you and listening to your stories! Thank you for the gorgeous necklace 😁

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Spending time everyone & sharing my finds and stories with you was such a treat yesterday!☀️ Thank you all for your friendship and interest in my unique career path!💫 You were all so uniquely awesome and asked such great questions!💯 Thanks for this research, it definitely helps me along the way.🧡 I only wish I’d taken a photo of us all together, or even a short video.💫 Hopefully one day I’ll get to see you all again! Keep exploring life’s curiosities and being yourselves!🧡 Safe travels and hugs everyone! 🌅

[@Demonadara]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology I can send you the photos we took of us if you have an email or something! You were probably the highlight of my trip, thank you so much!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Awe! 🌅 Spending time with you (all) was one of the coolest occurrences of my beachcombing career.💯 I only wish we all could of had more time together. I’d love a photo of us all to share! Thanks! [e-mail] If it’s not too much to include everyone’s first names as well. You we’re all so uniquely amazing individuals!☀️ Hopefully one day I’ll make it to the west coast for a sea glass event and we’ll all be able to catch up again!💫 Hugs to everyone! 🧡

[@RaraAvis1138]

That is really cool!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Rara Avis! 🌅 I totally agree, this is a stellar find! 🧡

[@tinkerbellblue5142]

Hi my kindred friend from across the pond, you are the male version of me, we are so alike in so many ways, I don’t know if u remember but I went to Seaham on a 3 day seaglass hunt, I would love to send u a bag of my finds, do u have a PO BOX ?? Thanks for the walk on your lovely seaglass beach 🥰🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿. Hi boys and pets 👋👋👋🐶

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

🧡🧡🧡 I’m so glad to have you as my friend who shares the same love and kindness which so many of us beachcombers hold! 💯 Of course I remember! 💫 It’s very kind of you to offer, someone just sent me a small assortment of sea glass from Hawaii yesterday (unbeknownst to me!) and I have a special please for it. Unfortunately I do not have a PO however would be happy to share my “Civic address” through email. [e-mail] Hugs my dear friend blue! 💙

[@karenmacdonald1359]

Hey Mikee! I will be there in PEI. Can't wait, it will be my first time at the Mermaid Tears Festival!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m sooo glad you’ll be at the festival Karen!🌅 I’m super, duper excited! ☀️☀️☀️

[@treasurehuntingscotlandmud9340]

well done on the finds gl&hh😊

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks!☀️ Happy hunting to you my friend! 🧡

[@courtneygrover3217]

I bought a sea glass necklace from you today! Your really good!!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for stopping by my sea glass shanty Courtney! 🌅 I hope your summers been filled with positive experiences & sunshine!☀️ Hugs!🧡

[@courtneygrover3217]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology thank you!!!

[@desmosaur1182]

he showed this to me in real life, at the giant fiddle in sydney, NS! it was really cool! :)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you enjoyed seeing the find in person!🌅 Thanks for spending time with me in the sea glass shanty! 🧡

[@neesr13]

Mikee! Are you ok? The storms were terrible. Please let us know how you and your shop and home are doing. Thanks.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thank you so much for caring! I’m ok, my home wasn’t damaged (many around me were) It’s the end of my 4th day without power, and it’s estimated at least another 5 more days until. Cruise ships are cancelled as well…finally I’ve a free moment (to edit together a video) but no battery life to do so. Knowing you care means so very much to me. Thank you, I look forward to the end of my tourist season, and the beginning of my Beachcombing season more then I ever knew possible! Hugs! 🌅🧡☀️

[@neesr13]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology Thanks for letting us know. Good luck with everything. Keep us informed, please.

[@jm-bv1wh]

Interesting stuff. Sea glass was called Cape May diamonds in New Jersey, and 50 years ago it was everywhere on the beaches. Today, with the use of so much plastic in place of glass, finding any sea glass is a rarity. Guess that is true world-wide.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you’ve heard of Cape May diamonds J M.💫 I have a few friends out that way and they’ve always told me “Cape May Diamonds” are surf tumbled quartz pebbles!💯 Thanks for watching my video adventure! 🧡

[@neesr13]

You still OK Kiddo? I hope you are warm and getting enough food and rest.

[@wally9159]

I met him today

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Wally!☀️ Thanks so much for stopping by my sea glass shanty and sharing your time with me!💫 Hugs! 🧡

[@wally9159]

np

[@wally9159]

u remember me?

[@wally9159]

that boy

[@wally9159]

Who came with 3 or 4 grownups and 2 kids/3 cuz me

[@lillily1]

You never answered my question Thanks

[@graemero5532]

If you go back and watch previous videos you will see what Mike does with his finds. The "A Wonderful World Of Inspiration"! video would be a good start. Hope this helps.

[@lillily1]

@@graemero5532 he still ignored me

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there! I’m so sorry to of not responded to your question! Please know yours is not the only comment I’ve not gotten to. My sea glass shop is open 7 days a week now and I’m busier than my previous 11 seasons by long and far. That said, I’ve been staying up until at least 3 am every morning to keep up with my sales (which is a small business owners dream). Also, I don’t own a smartphone and my shop doesn’t have a wifi connection. I’ve been doing my best to catch up while on the bus (whenever it has wifi) however I am quite behind and feel quite awful about this. I’m so sorry once again. My life is filled with kindness, inclusiveness and love. 🧡 I wish I could do something to change the course of emotions your experiencing! 💫

[@lillily1]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology sorry to be a snot I enjoy your videos just wondered what your shop sold and what you do with your sea glass . Thanks for replying