I gave away my best shell! Low tide summer shelling in Florida at Little Hickory Island Park.

I don't know what came over me, but I gave away my best shell. It just seemed like the right thing to do for some reason. I guess my shell-soul wanted to share!
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[@babs629]

Anybody else not able to resist saying, "Let's go to the beach" during the intro with Sharmon! 😆😅

[@leert2698]

Guilty ! Every time ! Haha I didn’t think I would be the only one.

[@cristiwinstead5558]

I just can't help myself either.

[@tracilynn6675]

Same 😊

[@shelleyhardage4483]

Same here!

[@Jurijsrebotnjak]

Hahahahaha

[@bettyt3471]

There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.

[@SWFBeachLife]

There truly is!!! 🙏🏼

[@barbstover5831]

Your videos are so relaxing for me to watch. I love when you let us enjoy the sound of the water & the beauty of the area. ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

😊 thank you

[@moduleselect]

16:11 I started doing this during this past shelling trip, mostly to return the good karma. I had several nice fellow shellers on the EAST coast who could tell I was serious and gifted me awesome shells out of their shell bag that I don’t normally get on our side. I also started pulling nice shells out of the water and telling kids there are some awesome shells over there go look! I have so many and if this is someone’s one and only chance to shell here I don’t mind giving them away anymore. There are plenty of shells for everyone in SWFL! ❤

[@kathyjund7212]

Thank you for the relaxing visit to little hickory! You made someone's day right there live.. so glad we were there to be a part of it too!! It was a truly beautiful day.. and there were still treasures to be found! Hugs!

[@leert2698]

Another great day at the beach ! We may never know how much an act of kindness can mean to someone at a particular time in their life. Whether it’s an off day or something more, showing kindness can go a long way in lifting people’s spirit. That was sweet of you and she will remember “the kind lady” on the beach. Have a great day everyone ! Thanks again for the trip.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Mary and I were both winners that night! 🐚❤️

[@leert2698]

@@SWFBeachLife yes, doing something for others can help us feel good too. Have a great day !

[@lindaleehulsey3167]

YOU MADE ME CRY GIVING TO MARY.😢 SHE LOOKED LIKE A VERY DESERVING LADY. YOU FELT HER HEART IN YOUR SHARING.😊❤

[@lindaholder2222]

Every time I Love this women I'll follow her any where as long as it's to The Beach❤😊

[@fernbrisot325]

Don't forget that hag stones also let you see into the fairy realm. If you look through the hole next time, you might just see a mer-fairy or two! Thank you for a lovely video. Cheers.

[@Danstarla]

I love sitting in shell piles like that and see what I can find. The scallops so pretty.

[@ittybittykittymama7582]

Good for you, Beach Angel! You are now a part of Mary's beachy memories! So proud of you! Good day shelling, though they were few and far between. You know whatbthey say "A bad day spent shelling is better than a good day spent behind a desk!" So glad that Hurricane Beryl seems to be headed away from SWF! Prayers for a calm and peaceful season! Much love to all and happy shelling, too! The Mermaid

[@SWFBeachLife]

There is no such thing as a bad shelling day!! Or a bad day at the beach for that matter. There is always, always something to delight me or make me smile 😃 I hope all is well by you mermaid❣️

[@miriammacdermot5601]

Hi Sharmon! What a cool experience. I would agree, giving the cone to Mary was the highlight. It is more blessed to give than to receive and you made her day, not just by receiving a cool shell, but by your kindness to her as a stranger. It made all of us feel good too. Of the treasures you brought home, I loved the conchs (of course) but also that one calico scallop with the 3 yellow rays coming from the center and sides. Also that really soft light pink scallop toward the end of the show. I enjoyed it all. God bless your week my friend.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I think those 2 scallops made it into my personal collection. That soft pink one was gorgeous! 🥰

[@fredamoore1743]

Hi Sharmon! So enjoyed this adventure. I have patience of a saint when I'm shelling. I could sit in those crushed shells or any shell piles for hours. Just my thing! So sweet of you to give Mary your alphabet cone! I know you made her day. Lucky lady and she got to meet you. Love my Sundays and shelling with you! Have a great week!!😊😊

[@SWFBeachLife]

She eventually figured out I was the lady shell lady on TV 😂 She was such a sweet thing and she totally deserved that cone! ❤️

[@LilyBella-gj1lf]

Good for you giving that beauty to Mary. You were just listening to that quiet, still voice. You passed that test, that's why you felt so euphoric after doing it. Have a great rest of the week.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you!! I hope you have a great rest of your week too!

[@cazee100]

Mossy arcs, when viewed back to front, remind me of a grand piano. Nice variety again and some lovely colours. Good one to give Mary your best shell. Hugs and stay safe xx

[@SWFBeachLife]

A grand piano huh? I do see all the piano keys - more so than a turkey wing. Mary definitely appreciated the cone! 🥰

[@Asheeeward]

Your videos actually inspired me to learn more about shells and learn more about ocean critters, etc but I love your content so much and you’ve been a lot of help! 💗

[@SWFBeachLife]

I hope you enjoy learning as much as I do. I’ll never stop!

[@leslyeschoenhuth1107]

This was a fun search. I can't wait for "Tinies" next week. Thank you for taking us with you. Mary seemed to have a huge lightning welk shell & then you gave her the Cone. Hope she enjoys it..

[@SWFBeachLife]

Yes, she was showing me her big ol' lightning whelk. Mary went home with some good shells that day!

[@deniseyoung5385]

I love to gift shells to other shellers I meet along the way, too. It really is just the best feeling to make someone else smile. ❤

[@nancycross2228]

Thank you for the Beach walk. I have never been to this place. Still..a Good day on the Beach !!

[@kathytiseling5140]

My first time in Florida I got to swim with the manatees in Crystal River. It was the the most awesome experience I've ever had. They are so cool.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I want to do that one of these days!!

[@kathytiseling5140]

@@SWFBeachLife It was the best. The weather was cool, so we froze on the way back. But I am so glad I went.

[@Jean2235177]

Gifting the shell… I get it. Sometimes you’re led to let it go. ❤❤❤

[@shelleyhardage4483]

We watched this one on my husband's subscription and i thought it was sweet that you shared your treasure ~ my husband said no way, if i find it it's mine! 😂

[@SWFBeachLife]

I normally keep all my shells but I think Mary needed the shell more than I did! 🥰

[@angelicareyes4183]

I watch over and over again your videos. Now, on the big screen of the tv, it is like be just right there on the beach with you ❤❤❤❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

I think people who watch on their phones are really missing out!

[@Wentletrap213]

Yay! You found a mossy ark with “moss”on it!

[@ConnieTurner-x6x]

As always, wonderful video. Thank you 🐚🪸

[@ittybittykittymama7582]

Good evening, everyone! Looks like you're having a great beach walk! Been praying that Hurricane Beryl will stay away from your area, Sharmon!

[@SWFBeachLife]

If I'm not in the cone I won't pay much attention but I will want to know what the waves might kick up! I'll be paying attention soon.

[@carolledger8047]

Good for you! You followed the still small voice that told you she needed it more than you and that your little act of kindness was just what she needed in that moment. 🥰🥰🥰

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm glad I listened! 🙏🏼

[@djhemry]

Delightful to watch. You’re so kind

[@SWFBeachLife]

Awe - thank you!!!

[@trenttan3779]

It's always a great feeling and very rewarding to give something nice to someone! You're very generous and Mary is a happy person! ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

So true!

[@laholmes966]

Punta Gorda in 2 weeks. I can’t wait! Been trying to learn all I can and am hoping I find some treasures despite the time of year.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Go at low tide and snorkeling can help too!

[@terryhopeful]

I watched today's episode when it was late and I was sleepy -- I really got lost in a reverie and enjoyed every minute on the beach -- thank you, Sharmon!

[@thedirtygardener]

The little piece of the buttercup lucine (sp?) looked like a great piece to use in a craft. It was shaped just like a crescent moon. It would’ve been cute in a baby’s room.

[@kristenkylemack9477]

It was a beautiful walk on the beach today! I loved all the live critters! That little hermit crab was so cute! He came out a little bit! Beautiful shells. I think the kitten paws are cute shells! ❤ I enjoy the sound of the waves during the beach time!

[@carolhopps5871]

Sharmon, you are my kinda crea-crea! I love that you made Mary's day! Thank you again for a great video!! ❤❤❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

🥰

[@ilonamollema6467]

Dear Sharmon, It was great to see Little Hickory again after such a long time. Thank you for making Mary so happy! I know first hand how generous you are, and seeing Mary so happy was amazing!❤ The manatees were so cute. Sadly I missed the live. Hopefully next time it will work out. The time difference between SWL and Florida is about 6 hours. So, who knows! I felt so bad for that FFC! Hopefully it's able to repair the shell. It must be painful not to be able to close off the shell and get sand where it doesn't want it. 😢 The Calico's were awesome. I love them so much! I know they are very common, but all those different colors make them so stunning!😍 My dear beach friend, I hope you have a fantastic week and I can't wait to see your next video. Sending you love and hugs from the Netherlands, xoxo ❤, Ilona

[@SWFBeachLife]

I love not knowing what kind of adventure I'm going to have and never being disappointed. I felt terrible for that conch with a hole in its shell 🥲 but hopefully it will persevere. The colors on the scallops today were spectacular! I don't know why some common shells appeal to me and some do not 🤷‍♀️ The weather has been keeping me on my toes! I will have plans to go to a certain beach, but the weather will change and I'll change my mind! I like to be close to my car and parking if the weather is iffy, but if it's going to be nice, I'll hike to my favorite spots! I hope you have a good week - sending you health, love and sunshine!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@jocelia4622]

Hello. Good Evening🐚🐚Happy Shelling Sunday 🐚🐚

[@thedirtygardener]

I don’t know why you showed up on my feed, but I’m addicted to your videos. I’ve learned so much about shells and sea life just watching three videos. Absolutely had to subscribe. Thank you. Happy shelling!

[@SWFBeachLife]

This is so lovely to hear and welcome aboard! I always seem to find something fascinating at the beach!

[@judyharrison3038]

Ok I’ve been watching for years and going to SWF for years!! Love. Love. Going to the beach w you!! Some day would love to. Say hello in person! Happy day!! From SW Ohio!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I've ran into lots of beach friends on the beach so you never know!!

[@anyaspackman2091]

Love every video ❤ Can you do another shell cleaning- transformation video? I love watching shells get beautified 😊 👏

[@SWFBeachLife]

I’m sure there will be another shell cleaning video in my future 😂

[@donnabopp9327]

Fabulous trip today. The kitten paw is one of my favorite shells. They are unusual. Thanks for such a great day!

[@userrobinmp]

Im gonna guess, you gave away your Jinonia????? Ohhh its one you just found hahahaha ok. Very nice of you! I do thoroughly enjoy these evening walks on the ocean beach, so thanks, yes you are very nice Sharmon❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

I wish I have found enough Junonias to give some away! 😂

[@paulettenewton3370]

❤ so happy watching you shelling and sharing 😊

[@kellyharper367]

Beautiful, interesting, lovely, and relaxing video!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Many thanks!

[@jeanneamato8278]

You always make feel calmed and peaceful. Thank you.

[@SWFBeachLife]

My pleasure 😊

[@maryannkom299]

Giving something gives me a great feeling too.

[@scotttipple3704]

What a wonderful moment. Giving away that Alphabet Cone will lead you to more amazing shells in the future and even more opportunities to share and/or give away those shells with others. In our crazy post-lockdown world, you shared beauty and selflessness not only with Mary but with us as well.

[@SWFBeachLife]

What an incredibly kind thing to say - thank you!! 🙏🏼

[@lennyburdick3192]

Thank you for sharing cool info., like about the variable worm shell.

[@sandeepettit696]

Thank you for sharing❤

[@billrobbins5874]

Beautiful day and finds. You sure made Mary's day! Appreciate you sharing. Lovely area. ♥️👍

[@Bigmomma907ak]

What a beautiful day! I love all the shells, but my favorites are the calico scallops and the jingles (jingles most).

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

It was so nice you gave the Alphabet Cone to Mary. Giving is great. I love jingles in all their shiny colours and all the live fighting chonks. You make my Sunday bright!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for coming to the beach with me!

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

@@SWFBeachLife I do every week and more when I can’t sleep.

[@jantaylor2034]

You made me chuckle: you didn't turn over the last two turkey wings you picked up! You ALWAYS look at the undersides, but this time you didn't...on TWO of them!!! LOL!!

[@debblair5761]

Beautiful shells as always! Love your videos too.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you!!!

[@AuntDi2]

I just found my first junonia @ a thrift shop in Ohio where I live!!! I guess that counts, right? 🤷🏼‍♀️😂 I have looked at every ziplock bag of shells for sale for YEARS! I was SO excited!!! 🌊🐟🐠🦀🐙🐙🐬🧜‍♀️⚓️🌅🦑🦈🪸🪼🐚🐚🐚🐚🐋🦞🦐

[@SWFBeachLife]

THAT TOTALLY COUNTS!!! I love that - congratshellations!!! 🐚❤️🐚

[@lindaeshbach6494]

You are such a nice person! I would love to run into you one day on a beach somewhere so you could tell me all about what you've found !. Lol. Have a great week

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you for watching and I hope you have a great week too!

[@ellvios]

I watch and adore your videos since winter!! your voice is just so calming and relaxing that I watch these videos before I sleep or whenever I feel myself bad. And this video made my day because of You and Mary!!! I went to the beach in my country, to the Caspian Sea, but i couldn't find any nice and pretty sea shells sadly :( I was wondering if You could send me one of your lovely Florida fighting conchs. it might little challenging to send to my country, because I live in Azerbaijan, but I would be so thankful if u could send me one♥Love ur videos, cheers!!!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I have shipped shells to Tasmania, so I don't see why I couldn't ship them to Azerbaijan! If you would really like to buy some shells shoot me an email and I'm sure we can work something out! [e-mail]

[@evantheadventurer7139]

I do the same thing every single Sunday!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

We are blessed!!

[@gracecsinsi2619]

We call this Barefoot Beach and our friend now in heaven Cathy Carson would meet low tide for shelling everyday in the Jan/Feb season. I wouldn't leave the condo until 10am and search for left overs. We would compare findings and were always amazed at the variety.

[@SWFBeachLife]

🐚❤️

[@LindaManey-g2j]

Nice video!!!!!! I’m thinking of these fighting conks about how they are like people as they like there homes to be individual to himself. They are amazing. You keep blessing us with your videos. I try to watch some everyday..from High springs in NCF!!! Just wish I lived closer to the beach because I do a lot of crafts and jewelry, but I just have a time or two a year to see the ocean..thank you!!!!!!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@debbiejones6265]

You find amazing Calico scallops. So pretty/dark. Wild Fight conchs. That was cool giving away that shell. I felt as she did because on the unguided trip, the shellers had been there before to Keewaydin so they gave me the shells I was looking for. Very kind. Thank you for doing these videos. I was feeling sorry for myself today as I got Covid from my cruise and I was feeling well and then Saturday, boom. Not feeling well. I went and looked at my Shells from my Florida trip to make myself happy. lol. Your video helped improve my mood. :) Thank you. And be safe. I'm hearing about Hurricane Beryl.

[@SWFBeachLife]

As far as I can tell, we're not even going to get any wave action from Beryl. Whew! I sure hope you feel better soon. Covid is just yuck. ❤️

[@debbiejones6265]

@@SWFBeachLife That is good that hopefully you won't get any action. Some waves and shells is fine. Hurricane, no bueno. Yeah, Covid stinks.

[@Merlijnvv]

24:28 that little hinged Venus shell with the dark brown stripes. 7 o clock

[@SWFBeachLife]

My brain doesn't register those cross barred venus clams!

[@denisem6754]

It’s always fun to give away great shells. I’m sure Mary will never forget receiving such a beauty. There didn’t appear to be many folks on the beach, are most of those condos still under reconstruction? The buildings look in pretty good condition on my screen but I know it takes years to recover. Anyway, lovely walk on the beach, fun seeing the manatees and your shell haul was impressive. Looking forward to next week’s video.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I was lulled by the sound of power equipment on my walk....I think most of those buildings are still closed. There are a few resorts that really pulled everything together quickly, but these condos are at the mercy of contractors. We still have a way to go but more things are opening up all the time 😃

[@kitkatrevolutionary9071]

Giving shells away to kids is the best! Their eyes light up and will take off running to show off their new treasure! We just got home from Sanibel, but explore as many beaches as we can. Y’all have to try this… you know when you find a shell that might not be a keeper in your eyes or you don’t really need another “beach bowl”, keep those shells and sprinkle them along the beach or ask a child if they would like to have one of those imperfect shells-it’s absolutely perfect to them! I know, you gotta schlep them around. BUT, it’s so worth it to make a child’s day!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Love this! Good to know there are shell fairies out there!

[@sashaklavon9225]

We have a condo in Naples and my love of shelling has gotten greater thanks to you!! Where is the best place to look in August? I know summer isn't the best but....

[@SWFBeachLife]

I wish there was a best place. We would all go there all the time!

[@jasminecarriker8713]

I want all the scallops! 😅

[@clarebeelman9691]

So cool to see those manatees!

[@gingermackeen5741]

Had to stop at the purple CS with the orange stripes. Have never seen one quite like that! Beautiful! I think you're right that the white dots are baby barnacles. It IS a great feeling to give shells away! Good for you!❤️ Great catch of the skimmer! Did you go to Little Hickory after watching Bryan's last video?😊 Thanks Sharmon! xxoo

[@SWFBeachLife]

Shamefully I am very behind on videos so I have not watched it yet. He probably found 10x the goodies I did 🤣 I just wanted to see what's over there and I got to make another beach friend 😃

[@chrisbgifford7387]

The finger coral always reminds me of the suction cups of octopus legs, it startles me for some reason.

[@nancybraswell104]

I've been at the beach since the 27th of June. (Butler Beach near St. Augustine) Going home tomorrow. Weather has been perfect. Found a big piece of an Angel Wing, a piece of a Lettered Olive, 1 Slipper Snail, a piece of a Horse Conch, a top of a Lightening Welk and a bunch of common shells. Kinda disappointed in the shelling but, the waves were great.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Those beaches aren't the same as the ones down here for sure! When I was up there I really enjoyed looking for shark teeth at Mickler's Landing.

[@KarensKaraoke1]

Hummm, for some reason i haven't been getting notifications for your videos. Ta da, today i did. I sure miss the beach

[@SWFBeachLife]

Gotta love technology! Sorry the notifications weren't coming - I've heard of YT going that. 😩

[@nikkistaino1418]

Hi ai am in Naples’s Fl right now went to Vanderbilt beach and I found a lot of small shells. I am coming back in August so I hope my haul will be better. Going to Loudermilk beach tomorrow. Fingers crossed.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Good shelling luck to you!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Lovely walk Sharmon, I have my thoughts and prayers on the islands in the path of hurricane Beryl. But I have an idea how you felt after giving the alphabet cone to Mary, it works with shark's teeth too!! This young man had been searching for about a half hour and could not find one, so I gave him a couple so he had a better idea what to look for. Not 5 minutes later, he found his first shark tooth and he asked me if I wanted mine back... sweet kid. Have an awesome week!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Sometimes your brain just needs to see what it's searching for! What a great gift you gave that kid!

[@bevie8089]

I’m new to your channel and loving it! I live on O’ahu and go shelling now and then, but now I’m going out more! What do you do with all your shells?

[@SWFBeachLife]

Now when you go shelling, are you just walking on beaches or are you doing any snorkeling? I'd like to know so when I visit HI I'll have an idea where to go! I recently released a video about my shell collection - since so many people ask! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6fUaneAl6h9eqMsi=UsnaEM_Goq2QLO08

[@juliamaul7334]

😊😊😊

[@beckycaudill998]

If you would like to swim with the manatees come to Crystal River. It is very beautiful. It is spring feed, so no shells. But in the winter there are manatees everywhere.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I will do that one of these days!!

[@sherrywerrmann6240]

Love your channel! Do you offer a map of the places you find shells?

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much! I do not offer a map per se, but I typically do provide the location I am at each time I share a new video.

[@RobertaCrosby]

Love your weekly videos. Can I ask when you put your shells in bleach how long do you soak them for and do you dilute the bleach.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I normally do not dilute my bleach (I'm hardcore) and they usually only need a 24 hour soak and they're perfect!

[@KRuthR]

Your videos are really great! Do you use a reference book to ID shells? I would like to be able to ID more of our Caribbean shells and I think we have similar ones :)

[@SWFBeachLife]

My best reference book is a book about Florida shells: amzn.to/3aqkmO0 There are some great Facebook groups that can help too. I love Empty Seashell Identification group!

[@KRuthR]

@@SWFBeachLife Thanks so much! Appreciated 🙏

[@cindyboard7816]

🙏❤

[@julialewis1466]

Surprised you didn't remove the fishing line wrapped around the beach wood with the Wood Piddock holes.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I’m not sure what that was! I was so focused on the holes I didn’t notice it.

[@gabrielarich2015]

This may sound silly to ask but is there a limit on how many shells a person can collect from the beach on a trip? My daughter and I love to collect shells when we vacation in Englewood and we have them displayed on our night stands and dresser. One year we collected a gallon size bag and I felt like we robbed the beach 😂 I’m just curious if there’s a rule about that. I love your channel so much, when I miss the beach (which is often) I turn on KZbin on our tv and we watch your videos. Thank you for bringing us some Florida sunshine ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm not as familiar with the beaches up in Englewood, but the beaches down here ALWAYS and mean ALWAYS have seashells. Maybe not pristine, collectible shells, but there are plenty to go around. There are no limits to the amount of empty shells you can take. Down here I don't worry about telling people to not take too many because there are so many of them. I suspect what you are taking is not damaging the environment so I wouldn't be too concerned. If you were taking wheelbarrow-full quantities everyday that might be concerning but a gallon-size bag once a year is likely no problem!

[@gabrielarich2015]

@@SWFBeachLifefantastic. We are going to Sanibel and Fort Myers sometime in September so I look forward to seeing what we find. We’re not picky, all shells are beautiful to me 😊

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@gabrielarich2015 You’re going to love it here!!

[@lesliel9791]

just curious why didn't you collect any of the variable worm shells?

[@SWFBeachLife]

Good question. I actually don't have any in my collection. It's pretty common and I guess it just doesn't appeal to me.

[@withramya]

Why is it harder to find shells in the summer? Is it because it gets picked up by people or is there some nature related reason?

[@SWFBeachLife]

The winds tend to push the shells out into the water in the summer. Winter winds help bring them onto the beach.

[@KarensKaraoke1]

I would have kept that large dollar shell, put it on a mirror or something in the corner and lay other shells over the broken area.. miss the beach

[@animefanE26]

hey im going to key largo and the everglades for my birthday/graduation trip, i was wondering if you knew any beaches that are best for shelling in that area. im from jax so im not familiar with that area. best wishes

[@SWFBeachLife]

Congrats on graduating! The everglades and the keys aren't really known for shells 😳 You can certainly see some great stuff at the shell shops on the overseas highway. I believe there is one right in Key Largo. I snorkeled at Bahia State Park, but still didn't manage to find much.

[@pamelaempath8980]

Um mam? I saw a lady once with her car trunk full of 5 gallon buckets. She was filling the buckets with shells she was taking them home…to make crafts? Is that allowed? She noticed I saw her and kinda dug herself into the trunk of her car. My question is how much shelling is allowed. Growing up on the beach I had my fair share of shelling but is there a limit?

[@SWFBeachLife]

There are no limits here on how many empty shells you can take. Some areas don’t have many shells but down here in SWFL, there are ALWAYS shells to collect. I guess I’d just like to see people collect ethically. As long as they aren’t harming critters or other people - they’re good!

[@mikiereagan2465]

I’m in Indiana. ISO one shell for my grand crabby 😮. She’s hasn’t undied yet. No beaches. The size would be a dollar coin size. She’s in a quarter size shell now please

[@sandradavis9927]

Here’s a dilemma I’m curious to hear people’s opinion of. I found some trash (an old slipper) that had a bunch (50?) of live barnacles on it. I left it in the water. A friend of mine also found trash with barnacles but brought it back to the house to throw away. It was distressing to watch the creatures. What would you have done?

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm team critter so I would have left the slipper like you did. Eventually the critters will die off and THEN the trash can be thrown away, in my humble opinion. I'm curious what others have to say too!

[@joanrose9170]

At 21:13 on that piece of wood, that really looked like fishing line was wrapped around the left side. If it was, did you remove it as beach trash? Fishing line is one of the worst pieces of trash in our waters. It’s too easy for little creatures to get caught up in it and die.

[@SWFBeachLife]

It wasn't fishing line but I'm not sure what it was. My husband and I have saved a few birds from discarded fishing line. It's the worst!

[@sherriemetcalf7120]

“Full fat” lucine 😆 24:21

[@SWFBeachLife]

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[@nancydalton4629]

I love all of those scallop shells. Have you ever seen people removing a live animal from its shell and what did you do. You know the rules, I just wondered if there was a lot that didn’t. Please send me a message.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I have never seen anyone try to remove a live animal from its shell. I would definitely try to educate them if I did! When I see people walking around with live sand dollars, I do tell them the animals are alive and should be left at the beach.

[@glorialevesque6195]

Hi do you giveaway most of your shells? I’m going to Florida in October and I’m interested in collecting shells and drift wood (small, medium and large ). Let me know please!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I keep, sell and use most of my shells. I have done giveaways in the past though 😃

[@glorialevesque6195]

@@SWFBeachLife ok thanks

[@alcyneidlinger7531]

Where is little H?

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's in Bonita Springs Florida: maps.app.goo.gl/UZL7CafVhNgezwQv9

[@yomama8873]

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[@SWFBeachLife]

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[@pamelaferguson257]

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[@markokostelac7282]

Is it just me who has the urge to call calico scallops sunset scallops?

[@SWFBeachLife]

Especially the ones with those orange bursts! 🥰

[@LFM-b7n]

I just wanted to tell you that I love your videos. However, why in the world would you throw away sea glass? That piece was beautiful. As a sea glass hunter, I would have kept it. I understand if you throw away new pieces, but not sea glass that has been smoothed.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I keep sea glass that is all frosted and "cooked", but glass that is sharp I recycle. There are so many people that go barefoot, I'd like to keep them from getting stitches they don't need and our waters are so gentle, it would take YEARS and YEARS for the glass to become frosted. You may find a piece or two of legitimate sea glass down here, but most of the glass I pick up does end up in the recycling bucket.

[@LFM-b7n]

@@SWFBeachLife that one piece looked really frosted but maybe I didn’t take a good look. Thanks for picking up the trash 🥰

[@katjones2781]

Free shell collectors just a FYI they are homes to some creatures and you take them away from them just like you've taken Florida. Living in a sea of Northerners😢

[@SWFBeachLife]

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