When I look at this image, with its pristine beaches and cerulean blue waters, it just makes me want to cry. My heart aches to imagine all of the billions of Life forms which have been destroyed beyond imagining, and how long it will take to bring this beautiful piece of Mother Ocean back to Life, if ever. Creation is so beautiful, and we are such blessed beings to live upon such a wondrous planet, created with health and bountiful Life to sustain us in a paradise if we can only see it. Paradise is not a heaven far away, it is right here!! We have everything we need to live in joyous harmony, and it is to our shame that we take for granted that which our creators have bestowed upon us, by placing us upon this gift of a planet.

I refuse to take blame for the mass destruction, wars, human suffering through neglect and purposeful harm, yet I too am responsible for allowing others to create such a hardship upon Nature. I too have lived a soft Life with luxuries which take a toll upon this planet to create. It is up to each of us to take a step back and look around at our own personal actions, and take responsibility for how we can make the changes which will save this planet and her inhabitants from certain destruction. Most certainly Mother Earth can shake, rattle, and roll, and our fragile human forms will cease to be. Yet in her compassion for all Life, she warns us in so many ways, if we are awake enough to pay attention.

I am heartbroken to know that I may never visit so many places on this planet which are being destroyed, and poisoned beyond recognition. The creatures which once abounded in this great and beautiful piece of ocean were not given a choice, nor warning of their imminent demise. The people who live along the coast are now devastated, their health and lives at risk, and now must decide what to do, and where to go. The beaches are poisoned beyond recognition. The air is full of toxins which place all in serious danger. This poison will be carried into the clouds and will rain down on the earth, creating even more sickness among the plants, animals, and people.

We need to seriously take action to prevent these disasters from occuring EVER again! How much will it take to wake this planet up? Must we destroy everything that flies, swims, walks, crawls and breathes? Are we really so foolish as to wait until it is too late to turn back? Our positive energy and actions can bring about powerful changes, in a good way, for this planet. If we stand together, instead of living in constant competition and judgement, then we CAN change our world Today! I know I create my own world, and I spend each moment sending out powerful Heart Energy to create a Beautiful World. I will keep striving for an awakening which will bring about the change and shift in this planets existence. I love this planet and all her wonders, and as long as I draw breath, I vow to walk in beauty, compassion, awareness, love, grace, balance, and with a greatful heart for all we are blessed with. Together, we can restore the Balance.

Pilamaye,

Aho Mitakuye Oyasin (All My Relations)

This is bad news indeed, and I will do all I can to spread the word and stop this devastating action from occuring. We have worked long and hard to educate people in caring for our wild creatures, and this move is backwards in my own personal opinion. How can they even consider such a thoughtless move? We must allow our voices to be heard. Please take a few precious moments to read the following message from Pierce Brosnan of the Natural Resources Defense Council at Save Biogems. You may also wish to sign up to recieve notifications of this type to keep up with the latest Earth News as it occurs.

I was appalled to hear — on Earth Day of all days — that the International Whaling Commission has put forward a deal that would legalize commercial whaling for the first time in a generation.

Even worse, the Obama Administration has backed this deadly proposal, which would suspend the international ban on whaling and make it legal once again to kill whales for profit.

During his campaign, President Obama promised America he would oppose the killing of these magnificent creatures. It’s time for you and me to hold him to that promise.

Please call on the White House to oppose any deal that would legitimize the hunting and killing of whales.

Obama Administration officials claim that the IWC deal would be a “step forward” for whales because it could rein in Japan, Iceland and Norway, which have killed thousands of whales since 1986 by exploiting loopholes in the whaling ban.

But, in fact, this new deal is a giant step backward. It rewards those three nations for years of defying international law. It does their bidding by suspending the whaling ban for 10 years. It opens up the Southern Ocean Whale Sanctuary to whaling. And it will not stop them from trading in whale meat or killing whales under legal loopholes like “scientific permits.”

Don’t believe for a minute that this kind of deal would phase down whaling. Instead, it would breathe new life into a dying industry.

Worst of all, the deal gives moral cover to the absurd notion that we can save whales by killing them — instead of by banning their slaughter.

There is no moral justification for killing whales. There is no scientific justification for killing whales.

And if the Obama Administration persists in supporting a deal that encourages the killing of whales, it will tarnish not only the White House but our entire nation.

Please join me in telling President Obama to vigorously oppose this deal and instead push for a deal that closes the loopholes and ends commercial whaling once and for all!

Thanks to the efforts of NRDC, you and I have prevailed so many times in defense of our planet’s whales. We saved the gray whale’s last untouched nursery in Mexico’s San Ignacio Lagoon against Mitsubishi’s plans for industrialization. And we reined in the Navy’s use of dangerous sonar systems around marine mammals.

Now, with our own government supporting an unthinkable deal that would legalize the commercial killing of whales, we must unite again and say: Not on our watch!

I hope you’ll make your own voice heard inside the White House today. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Pierce Brosnan
Natural Resources Defense Council

Sign up for this year’s International Coastal Cleanup in September at a waterway near you — and then ask your friends to join you! Last year, nearly 400,000 volunteers collected more than 6.8 million pounds of trash in 104 countries and 42 U.S. states during the 2008 International Coastal Cleanup — the world’s largest volunteer effort of its kind.

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Wow, now here is a camp that is totally appealing to a water girl such as myself. I grew up around some of the most beautiful beaches in the World, and I would have given much to go to a summer Surf Camp!

I wish to take a few moments to talk about a place called… you got it… Surf Camp! Founded by Rick Civelli in 1995, Surf Camp has been facilitating, safe and exciting learn to surf summer camps. For a week, you will be immersed in the “Sport of Kings” while learning about incredible coastal ecosystems. All of these summer camps and surf camps have a safe student to instructor ratio of 3:1, and are staffed with certified professional instructors educated in the marine sciences. Why not learn to surf while taking advantage of warm emerald green waters and white sandy beaches, and enjoy a week of fun in the sun at one of these awesome summer camps?

They offer both vacationers and residents alike an ecological surfing experience they will never forget. Whether you are looking at one of the teen summer camps or the adult learn to surf vacations, they offer the summer camp or overnight camp for you. Experience an unforgettable adventure that may just change your life forever.

The founder of Surf Camp, Rick Civelli, has been teaching people how to surf since 1995. He has developed an amazing methodology that will get you up and riding in no time. He also understands that there is so much more to surfing than standing on a board and riding a wave. One must begin to understand several different and important coastal processes. Being a surfer holds responsibilities to other surfers in the water and a dedication to taking care of our coast. That is why in all of our programs we emphasize safety, surfing etiquette, and teach dynamic curriculum about our coastal environment.

So, not only do we get to learn how to surf at these totally cool summer camps, one of my favourite aspects of Surf Camp is the fact that they teach you about Mother Ocean as well. Learning about the marine life and the environment is so very important to instill a love of nature and all things natural from early on. What a great way to have fun and learn such important life lessons at the same time!

As mentioned, safety is of the utmost importance. As quoted from the staff at Surf Camp…

“We have a deep knowledge and experience base of both watermen and women. On our staff, we have an Ocean Safety Director, an EMT, and a Wilderness First Responder. All Surf Camp instructors are American Red Cross lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certified. All surfing lesson instructors are certified in CPR, First Aid, and trained in water safety. Most importantly we also have a burning desire to better ourselves in every aspect of our programs. We utilize consultation and training from Ocean Safety experts outside our organization for continuing education. We value and incorporate feedback from students, staff, and parents as we continually evaluate and better our policies and instruction methodologies.”

I bet, like my daughter, you simply cannot wait for Summr to get here so you can go to camp. Have fun and stay safe!

My love for Dolphins leads me along a path to discover as much about them as I possibly may. I feel a connection with these graceful creatures, and as I love to swim and feel quite at home in the water, I am not suprised at my fascination with Dolphins. Not only are they equally or more intelligent than humans, we have come to find they have many similar traits as well.

As I was researching about my interest in learning about Dolphin Children, I was happy to discover some very fascinating articles on not only these extraordinary children, yet the Human-Dolphin relationship as well.

I would like to share with you a commentary on Dolphin Children.. Angels of Earth by Paula Peterson. Along with James Twyman’s Psychic Children, Kryon’s Indigo Children, Dr. Richard Boylan’s Star Kids, you may find the number of these gifted children are increasing around the Earth. What can this mean for the human race and evolution as we know it? Are we truly moving into a new era of enlightenment where these special abilities will become commonplace?

If you are interested in learning more from a unique perspective, you may consider visiting Earthcode and reading a commentary on The Dolphin-Human Connection as written by Paula Peterson. I found the connections mentioned here quite remarkable, and can now understand my love of the water and my feelings of being part fish when I am swimming.

It is well known that Dolphins, as well as whales, have telepathic abilities. They are empaths as well, and can communicate quite well by tuning in to our thoughts and feelings. Paula conducted an interview with Joan Ocean, a well known authority on Dolphin and Whale communication, and you may learn more about these mystical and intelligent beings at Voices in the Sea. I believe you will find this an excellent commentary and definately worth your time. Joan Ocean has authored two books “Dolphin Connection” and “Dolphins into the Future”, translated into four languages.

More about Joan Ocean and the Dolphin Connection.

Much healing has come from swimming with Dolphins, and the research into this phenomenon is showing remarkable levels of recovery in children with disablilities. Dohphins connection with the Star Nations and Sirius is definately something I am highly interested in following, as I journey along this Path…

Enjoy!

Did you know whales sing to each other? Humpback whales sing as a form of communication, ranging over thousands of miles of ocean. Singing is part of their Community and Social System. They will travel thousands of miles as a group, singing to each other as they go. Their songs last as long as 30 minutes and it is told that they embellish, just like Jazz musicians, to see who can improvise better than the other whales. Now that is totally cool!Male humpbacks sing to establish hierarchy as well as for navigating. Even more fascinating is the belief that whales sing as a part of their courting ritual, not to mention their competitive behaviour during mating challenges. How amazing and beautiful is that? These are beautiful and wonderful creatures… fascinating to observe and to listen to.Would you like to enjoy the Symphony of the Sea? Take a few moments and allow these amazing creatures to take you on a fantastic Journey through song…

Whale Dreams

Songs of the WhaleHawaii has several species of whales and large dolphins that make their home here, including the melon-headed, false killer and pilot whales.

Whale Watching in the Sanctuary

Sail Hawaii has some cool Trivia

As I was searching for more information about whales one of my favorite sea creatures, I decided to find out more about the sonar testing in Hawaii. It is commonly known that whales and dolphins communicate through sound waves. It stands to reason that testing of this kind may be quite stressful, harmful and even lethal to the whales and dolphins. Mid-frequency sonar used during training exercises can emit continuous sound well above 235 decibels—an intensity roughly comparable to a rocket blastoff, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), a conservation nonprofit group.

This would be a tragedy of horrific proportions, and I would encourage people to get involved in protecting our fellow creatures in the world beneath the Seas.

Pacific Whale Foundation

When I ran across this video, the song and Declan’s voice, touched my heart and gave me goosebumps. There is not much to say, just listen to the song and it speaks for itself. I would also recommend listening to this young wonders other music, as he truly sings like an Angel and is extemely talented… 

Lyrics for “Tell Me Why” by Declan Galbraith

In my dream children sing a song of love for every boy and girl
The sky is blue and fields are green and laughter is the language of the world
Then I wake and all I see is a world full of people in need

Tell me why (why) does it have to be like this?
Tell me why (why) is there something I have missed?
Tell me why (why) cos I don’t understand.
When so many need somebody we don’t give a helping hand.
Tell me why?

Everyday I ask myself what will I have to do to be a man?
Do I have to stand and fight to prove to everybody who I am?
Is that what my life is for to waste in a world full of war?

Tell me why (why) does it have to be like this?
Tell me why (why) is there something I have missed?
Tell me why (why) cos I don’t understand.
When so many need somebody we don’t give a helping hand.
Tell me why?

(children) tell me why? (declan) tell me why?
(children) tell me why? (declan) tell me why?
(together) just tell me why, why, why?

Tell me why (why) does it have to be like this?
Tell me why (why) is there something I have missed?
Tell me why (why) cos I don’t understand.
When so many need somebody we don’t give a helping hand.

Tell me why (why,why,does the tiger run)
Tell me why (why why do we shoot the gun)
Tell me why (why,why do we never learn)
Can someone tell us why we let the forest burn?

(why,why do we say we care)
Tell me why (why,why do we stand and stare)
Tell me why (why,why do the dolphins cry)
Can some one tell us why we let the ocean die ?

(why,why if we’re all the same)
tell me why (why,why do we pass the blame)
tell me why (why,why does it never end)
can some one tell us why we cannot just be friends?