Comments: Seashell Collecting – The Hobby That Halted When Princess Diana Died!
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Fort Myers Beach is the perfect choice for your family’s summer beach vacation. Though other beaches in Florida are better known, the Fort Myers Beach area has everything you could want, from quiet natural park preserves to festivals bustling with activity. Many families have made it their “go to” beach destination. Spend a week or…
Among the many varieties of seafood, shrimp ranks as one of America’s most favorite. Even people who dislike fish seem to enjoy shrimp and there is an endless number of ways in which shrimp may be prepared. The dense white meat of shrimp has a fresh, mild flavor that combines well with many ingredients. Shrimp…
One Florida island paradise takes top billing for beautiful beaches. Caladesi Island State Park got the nod from Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, AKA Dr. Beach, as number one beach in the nation in 2008. The shelling here is fantastic. You could find a starfish or a perfect conch shell washed ashore. Aside from the sparkling…
Conch shells are not just ordinary sea shells but an intriguing blend of biology and natural artistry. Found in warm tropical waters, these shells are produced by sea snails belonging to the family Strombidae. Growing in a distinctive spiral shape, conch shells have fascinated marine biologists and shell collectors alike for centuries. Making conch shells…
Snow globes are great for any occasion or holiday, simply by changing what you use to create your scene. Just let your imagination run wild! For example, make a harvest scene for Thanksgiving, a ghostly haunted house for Halloween, a red Valentine heart or colorful Easter/Spring display for the holiday of your choice. Other themes…
During a visit to a pond last fall, I noticed a man and several small children leaning over a cardboard box at the edge of the water. As I approached, I noticed a brightly colored brown and yellow turtle crawling out of the box. I watched with a combination of amusement and horror as the…