July 24, 2026

Morning Reflections


They Still Found Me…


Some mornings don’t go exactly as planned. After my workout, I was short on time, so instead of heading out onto the pier, I walked down to the sand. I wondered if my feathered friends would notice.


They did.


Before long, the birds found me anyway. Pearl has truly become part of the crew now. Her bright white feathers stand out against the sand like a little spark of light, reminding me that being different is a beautiful thing. Romeo was there too, making his morning rounds with his usual charm.


Standing on the beach, listening to the waves and feeling the warmth of the rising sun, I realized something. The best moments aren’t tied to one place. They’re created by the connections we make and the gratitude we carry with us.


Today was another reminder that joy has a wonderful sense of direction. Sometimes, it simply finds you.


Grateful.


Capturing beauty, sharing light.

—April

Blue lifeguard tower on sandy Venice Beach at sunset with calm ocean and city skyline in background.