My First Friday Moment

THIS MOMENT – A Friday ritual (though my first time participating).

Photos – no words – capturing moments from the week.

Simple, special, extraordinary moments.

Moments you want to pause, savour and remember.

“This Moment” was introduced to me by Sarah-Jane of Almost There and Alejandro of Raising Amelie

.Photo © Rachel Hoyt.  2011 All rights reserved.

Troubled Turtles in Queensland

I wish I had happier news, but it seems that sea turtles are washing up in high numbers in Queensland. My heart goes out to them.

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A Turtle Dance for You Tube Tuesday

  

 Happy You Tube Tuesday everyone! 

  Please leave Pokey and I your links so we know where to see your videos.

Sea Turtle Inc. is Expanding

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Is it just me or do you feel like you never hear about certain causes until they are expanding?  I had never heard of Sea Turtle Inc. before today, but they just bought another acre of land where they plan to build two to three thousand more viewing tanks, an amphitheatre and more.  They rescue, care for and return sea turtles to the wild in addition to offering a permanent residence to those that cannot be rehabilitated.  A capitol campaign to finance the expansion will begin September 3rd.  Please click here to learn how you can contribute to this amazing operation.

What is "the good life"?

Do you think turtles and tortoises feel global inequality the same way humans do?  The above African Tortoise lives in Africa - a symbol of strength, surviving on foliage as those around him avoid starvation with whatever scraps of nutrients they can find.  Meanwhile, in America, a three-legged African Tortoise gets a wheel glued to his shell so he can scoot around happy and free on the streets of Washington.  Which one is "living the good life"?  Is it better to roam free in your natural habitat or be pampered in an alternate reality?  I believe Pokey prefers the latter, but perhaps I'm merely justifying keeping her in a terrarium so I can monopolize her inspirational powers...

Turtle Derby - The Movie

I didn't get to go to the turtle derby this year... again.  I have never seen the turtle races.  However, there is currently a project on kickstarter that wants to document the event on film.  Will you donate to their project?

Snapping Turtle Love

I have to admit, snapping turtles aren't my favorite. They scare me a little. This guy loves them so much that he wants to show you how to pick them up and get them out of the road and away from danger. I hope you're up for the challenge because I'm still scared. I would probably use a stick and try to push it out of the street, although I doubt it is safer.

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