Swallowtail visiting PentasDelicate pink blossoms of Beauty BerrySubtropical exuberance Iris
Besides the butterflies, here is the one critter I caught in action, very slow action:
Rare Gopher Tortoise digging a nest Cheerful DaisiesBlanket Flower – Gaillardia growing in the gravelPink Perfection – looks like a David Austin varietyMassive Southern Live OakSinuous branching of Live Oak Serenity in WhiteForest beautyRiver to Sea Preserve – serene beauty
On Friday, the 24th, I headed out to two more favs, River to Sea Preserve near Marine World and Washington Oaks Gardens State Park.
From shy forest flowers, to rabbits and a racoon, a Gopher Tortoise, a large Pileated woodpecker, osprey, bees, butterflies, and extravagant garden beauties, it was a great day for walking in Nature.
The weather is warming up in Florida. We will be experiencing August type temperatures this coming week so I may not be going out as much. I am slowly acclimatizing, but it’s important to keep hydrated and in the shade as much as possible. I’m not one for frying in the sunshine on the beach.
If you’re American, have a safe and pleasant holiday weekend for Memorial Day. My father, uncles, and several cousins all served in the military. They came home. Many didn’t.
Bulow Woods. It’s a chunk of old Florida, before the swamps were drained and the houses built. We’re fortunate it is part of a Florida State Park. The woods shelter some of the largest Southern Live Oaks in Florida, along with beautiful Magnolias, Sweetgum, Red Maple, Red Bay, Hickory, several deciduous oak species, native hollies (American and Yaupon), Sabal Palm, Wax Myrtle, Saw Palmetto, and assorted other herbs, grasses, and perennials.
I hiked the Woods on two different days. On Tuesday the 21st, I hiked from the southern terminus located at Fairchild Oak State Park. This area has picnic tables, a restroom, picnic shelter, parking and access to two separate trails.
Huge oaks shelter in this old forestShaggy HammockFlooded approach to Cedar Creek Bridge – Bulow Woods
When I arrived at Cedar Creek, I found the trail flooded again, like last autumn. We’ve experienced some recent heavy rains, plus there have been some high tides. I didn’t feel like wading through the swampy water.
Cedar Creek Salt Marsh
Since my way was blocked at Cedar Creek, I returned to the trailhead and then moved my car to the tiny parking area located right off Walter Boardman Lane. This narrow road frequently floods during heavy rains and hurricanes. It was open to travel both days I visited the woods.
Cedar CreekNote the crispy Saw Palmetto to the left – evidence of recent controlled burns in the forest – the underbrush recovers quickly.Trail north of Walter Boardman LaneHigh tide and lush grasses – Bulow Creek
On Thursday, the 23rd, I headed back to the Woods, starting this time at the tiny parking area on Walter Boardman Lane. I hiked north to Cisco Ditch and the “beach” on Bulow Creek. The tide was still high and partially flooded the beach.
Vigorous Arrowleaf growing on Cisco Ditch
Along the way, I encountered an older couple who were looking for snakes to photograph. Besides the coral snake I came across months ago, I never see snakes. I know they’re there. We have coral snakes, cottonmouths, Eastern Diamondback, pygmy rattlers, and copperheads, besides a large assortment of non-venomous snakes and lizards. I’ve been around rattlesnakes (Timber Rattlesnake) in the Pacific Northwest and am not afraid of them, giving the beasties a wide berth. And I don’t go barging off into the forest off the trails.
Bulow CreekThe Beach was flooded today due to high tideA sheltered place
After completing the two mile walk north to Cisco Ditch, I crossed Boardman Lane and headed south to Cedar Creek. Then I hiked through the woods on the 1.4 mile loop called Red Trail and to the little peninsula. At a trail junction, I encountered a group of park workers who were clearing trail, hacking back the boisterous saw palmetto and widening the lane in preparation for fire season. I had a few questions and found out that the Woods has two forest teams, one for Plantation Ruins State Park and the other for Fairchild Oak State Park. I did find out that a boardwalk trail is being planned for the northern loop, which right now (or in the past) has proven to be a very swampy place. I hiked it once back in 2017. The northern loop has been closed off to the public ever since the last hurricane (Lee?) in 2022 to hit the area.
If you haven’t guessed so far, I really love Bulow Woods. I completed over four miles of walking today and had a couple of nice chats with the foresters, and a few other people.
Bulow Woods isn’t a place you’re going to see a lot of wild flowers, but there are some beautiful trees.
Come prepared with bug spray as the weather continues to warm and get more humid. I swatted a few mosquitos today but it wasn’t too bad. They were fierce last autumn after a humid and damp summer season.
In this dualistic universe we live in, there are always two sides to the coin; the good and the bad, the light and the dark, the up and the down, the yin and the yang…
The truth is one side is not possible without the other; everything in this universe exists by contrast against their opposite. Light cannot exist without darkness, right is right because there is a wrong and we would not know what is up if there was no down!
What you choose to focus on however, is what determines which of these sides of the coin make up your reality. We have become very aware of the darkness that controls this world, but we must focus on the light.
Yes, things are ugly and difficult at the moment, but let’s not miss out on the magic that is also happening around us as we awaken and connect.
Perhaps I’m in a better position to see this because of my work, but I can tell you that there is an absolutely incredible momentum happening right now of millions of people, of wonderful souls, recognising and connecting with each other as we walk this invisible path in tandem.
We’ve never met, we may be very different, we don’t even speak the same language, we live in all the corners of the world, but we are moving in the same direction, with the same understanding, sharing a common dream, being led from the heart, guided by our souls and so we connect, we ‘click’, we can ‘see’ each other, we get one another, we fuel each other and it’s exciting and wonderful and magical!
It’s happening my friends! As ugly as things might get, don’t lose track of the fact that a miracle is taking place as we speak; millions of beautiful, awakened souls are knitting a fabric of light and love that will soon cover the entire planet and when this happens, it will be game over for those that only feed from darkness.
This is our mission, this was the lesson, this is what the Creator wanted, this is ascension, this is transcendence; this is our purpose, this is why we chose to be here at this time!
As much as we don’t “like” the dark, it is necessary to aid evolution. Without conflict and challenge, there is no change.
I’ve noticed some folks don’t want to take responsibility for their decisions and actions. They want everyone else to do the work. If they don’t change, they lose momentum. Being stuck in an old dying paradigm will become increasingly difficult and uncomfortable for these individuals as the frequencies continue to rise. And rise they shall.
If you are still believing in the second coming of Christ, you’re stuck in an old paradigm. This is a statement not an opinion. It is not meant to be a judgment although some will take it as such. That is their choice and they will have to live with it.
YOU have the ability to become an enlightened master like Yeshua did. The term “Christ” simply denotes a person who has successfully raised their kundalini (serpent/dragon energy that sleeps at the base of the spine until activated) to the pineal gland or third eye. The pineal gland is a portal that can lead your consciousness into other densities and dimensions and connect you directly with Creator.
Our bodies were seeded by Intergalactic scientists and serve as avatars, temporary dwelling places for our soul consciousness while we experience life in third dimension for Source, the Creator. Creator is not an individual, does not have a body or gender as such, although the essence is more feminine than male as it is the female who brings life into the material realm, not the male. Despite the current “woke” cultural belief that men can birth children, this is not a biological fact. And if we are made in the image of Creator, it would be logical that the patterns that exist in the physical would be echoed in the supraphysical.
Ultimately, Creator is not a god. There are no gods. The “god” of the Bible was a nasty-tempered hybrid Ciakahrr (Draco, Alpha Draconis) – Anakhim male from Sirius B called Enlil. He enjoyed feeling superior to Earth humanity while at the same time he was jealous of our innate abilities and potential. Read, really study the Old Testament stories. Enlil/Yahweh was a blood-thirsty savage who punished those who did not immediately obey his commands. Is that the loving Father of Yeshua? No… and that’s another story.
Anyway, Earth humanity is currently undergoing a tremendous transition from being slaves under the dominion of off-world custodians to becoming free interstellar humans. There are going to be some bumps along the way, especially for those who find it difficult to adapt.
This shy creature lives in the woods…A squall was on its way… Lanky Long Leaf PinesTall pine against a stormy skyGrand vistas in the parkAnd then the squall arrived… ReflectionsLoop Road at Princess Place – a good place to walk when things are dampPrevailing winds or protective nature?Moody CutIt was a moody and breezy dayHistorical marker at the LodgeCreeksideHumidity… that’s FloridaX marks the spot…Natural perfection – Magnolia grandifloraThe magnolias lend a delicious lemony scent to the spring air
This was my Monday adventure (May 20th) at Princess Place. I started by parking my car near the covered bridge, intending to hike the Equestrian Trail toward the Moody campground. First, I checked the current conditions of the Hominy Trail from the Stiles Creek side — the area was still closed. I was standing on a bridge over Stiles Creek when a sudden squall arrived, lightly raining at first, then increasing… I beat a hasty retreat to my car which was parked nearly a half mile away and got a bit damp in the process.
The storm strengthened, but fortunately didn’t contain any embedded lightning. One of the forest employees parked nearby — he had seen me enter the park earlier and might have been checking on my status. I was merely damp, but waiting for the storm to subside. I checked the weather radar on my phone. The storm cell was moving quickly and would soon leave with nothing backing it. So, if I was patient…
I ended up moving my car figuring the loop road would prove a drier surface to walk on, which proved true. I continued my interrupted walk and then added the Artesian and Creekside trails onto my loop. While I was damp there was no chance of my developing hypothermia like I would have had I been hiking in the Cascades… The temperature was 80 degrees F and very humid as can be seen from some of the photos. I had also thrown my bumpershoot (umbrella) into the car, so packed it along on the second half of my hike. I needed it a couple of times and the trees were still dripping from the previous sharp shower.
I was going to add my Bulow photos from today’s walk, but will save those for later. This post is long enough.
The temperatures in Florida now are typically in the upper 70’s to low 80’s during the day. When I sat outside cleaning the sticky coquina sand off the soles of my boots that evening, the skies had cleared. There was a light breeze… and it felt like heaven… or nearly as close as you can get here in the third dimension.
River to Sea Preserve PondIt’s a JungleA little pink puff…Wild Coffee and unidentified white star flower – the coffee is ribbed.Beauty Bush is beginning its bloom – it gets purple berries later onWild Coffee and Zebra Longwing ButterfliesNative Holly in bloomMajestic Oaks tower over the pathwayAsteraceae FamilyA Rose is a Rose is a RoseIn the formal rose garden @ Washington OaksPale blue-violet forest dwellerSubtropical formal gardens at Washington OaksFarfugium Japonicum Gigantea – Tractor Seat Plant or Giant Leopard PlantWashington Oaks Gardens
And several handsome critters:
I disturbed this Black Buzzard nibbling on a deceased armadillo Elegant doe nibbling the park’s lawn
And one rabbit, several squirrels, a pair of Osprey, a large fish in the pond, and numerous song birds up in the canopy.
The walk: It was a cloudy humid day. A storm cell was due to pass over the Peninsula at some point, so I vowed to keep an eye on the cloud layer.
I headed to River to Sea Preserve, which is located near Marine World. No, I don’t care to see captive whales and dolphins at that aging facility. I started walking at the pond, soon entering the hammock with its over-hanging oaks and thick underbrush of small trees, shrubs and saw palmetto. I soon began to see tiny flowers, several I could not name, but I was already familiar with Wild Coffee and Beauty Bush. I also encountered a handsome but funny Black Buzzard. Disturbed by my approach along the grassy path, instead of flying off, he hopped up the lane with me following him — I was going back to the car. Finally, he hopped up onto a fence post where he posed briefly for a portrait and then finally flew up. The buzzards are magnificent flyers but look quite silly hopping along the ground.
Next, I headed to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, which is further south off A1A (the local coastal highway in Florida). I started my walk in the Bella Vista Nature Trail. A portion of the trail was blocked off, so I walked the half mile up the old A1A and entered the loop from the north. Again, I passed several plants beginning to bloom, although for the most part the blooms were insignificant and probably are not noticed by many humans. I did note some wild grape coming into fruit, very tiny fruit. Probably would appeal to the birds.
Next, I headed to the formal gardens and then walked the Mala Compra Trail (.5 one way) and looped around to the Rose Garden.
Swallow tails on the Penta – they were fluttering around…Lily of the Nile
I am discovering a deep interest in horticulture and might consider learning about native plant horticulture. The plants at Washington Oaks are primarily subtropical specimens from several regions, but mostly Asia. It is fortunate they aren’t invasive, but that has occurred too often with garden plants imported from elsewhere. There are Bird of Paradise bushes in the garden nearly as big as my Kia! Still, it is a lovely place to spend some time wandering around.
When I finally got back to the car, I was tired, having hiked about four miles the previous day. I’m getting plenty of exercise these days.
The horizon was fading into gray as the cloud ceiling descended — rain was near. Even as I turned onto SR 100 fat drops began to strike the windshield. Gollee… I timed it well yet again.
The rain didn’t last long and I went home to prepare a quick lunch of scrambled eggs, beef hash, and onions with buttered toast and guacamole on the side. Yumm. No, folks, I’m not a vegetarian. My body fares better with some (not a lot) animal or fish protein. Years ago I got really sick on a macrobiotic diet with a lot of soy products. It took me years to recover… Not every body is meant to be vegetarian in this plane of existence. No advice, please. Diet is a personal thing.
Anyway, enjoy your weekend. We’re going to have rain showers and possible tornadoes and high winds. It seems to be the weekly diet for the weather this year — and it isn’t normal at all.
In joy,
Eliza
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I also saw several Mourning Cloak Butterflies although couldn’t capture them on film
Film? I have a digital camera! I haven’t shot film since before I left Puget Sound…
I saw some Common Swallowtail Butterflies at Washington Oaks, too. They’re big!
“Sometimes you have to fall apart to find pieces of yourself you never knew where there.”
Nothing shows you what you’re made of like hardship. It’s only when we are put to the test that we discover our strength, our resolve, our sensitivity and our resilience.
I had no idea who I was, until I experienced deep heartbreak. It was only when I fell apart, that I found out I was much stronger than I thought, but more vulnerable than I had guessed.
I look back now and I realise how clueless I was, not only as to my own truth, but also as to the world around me. I was living in the illusion of a life that was sold to me through the system of indoctrination as the only way to live and understand life; one more cog in the system, one more energetic being feeding the matrix.
Falling apart not only made me discover parts of me I didn’t know existed, it also made me realise there could be a whole new understanding of life and reality outside of the system.
As I put myself together again, I was able to do so with greater awareness, with a newfound perspective, with newly acquired wisdom and with a sense of strength, courage and freedom I had never felt before.
Sometimes falling apart is the best thing that can happen to us, so if you find yourself in pieces right now, please understand life is giving you a unique chance to discover and rebuild yourself like the person that you were meant to be and not the one society molded into being.
There is a better ‘you’ awaiting and a better life in store. This is your chance, as hard as it may be, to make sure you don’t miss the lessons and the opportunity that life has brought to you through pain.
As counterintuitive as it may be, pain must sometimes be embraced as our greatest teacher, so learn from it, but remember to let it go, never dwell in it, life’s too short and there’s too much to look forward to. ❤️❤️❤️
Pain has been the great teacher for many while living in the third dimension. Still, many have failed to learn the lessons taught by pain. And to some, feeling pain and blaming others for it has become an excuse to keep from moving on, letting go, and taking responsibility.
Hmmm, I’m going to have delve deep into this one and don’t quite feel it yet. I’ll get back to you on this…
Solar flares can be very impactful to you if you’re super sensitive
You might need some support during this transformation
Feeling a lot of fatigue?
Aurora borealis is part of the light show
You can be impacted and influenced by the outside energies and your egoic thinking…
Developing and expanding the Light Body…
Profound shifts happening in consciousness, hang onto your hat
How do these massive solar flares impact your human physical body?
The solar flares DO affect your body… scientists don’t admit it…
Nancy is a clairvoyant psychic healer and sees what is going on — we are being pulled up (like taffy?) expanding your spinal column, your chakras are pulling up (energy centers in body)
Upper chakras are being pulled up; DNA is expanding, like an LED light flipping on
Dormant DNA is being activated… all the LIGHTS are coming on
Tis the day after the storm. The clouds had left and the temperature was reasonable. I decided to get out of the house and take a walking tour of two close parks.
We’ve been experiencing an increase in temperatures — it was supposed to be 91 degrees F this afternoon, although the actual temperature only reached 86… and it was a lot cooler with a fresh breeze when I was out walking early this morning.
Moody Blvd. Bridge ties Flagler Beach to the mainlandBetty Steflik Preserve contains Black Mangrove marshesGraceful live oaks @ North PeninsulaPrickly Pear Cactus… in Florida! It likes sand and heat.This false indigo bush was buzzing with bees
Photos from other walks I haven’t shared yet:
Marsh rabbit
This is a little Marsh rabbit, a kind of cottontail that lives in Florida. Typically when I go out on neighborhood walks I’ll see two to four of these sweet creatures. Fortunately, they currently have plenty to eat in some of the wild areas still in the neighborhood. One dashed across the path ahead of me today at North Peninsula.
Extravagant flowering of Saw PalmettoElegant Live oaks at Washington Oaks GardensCallistemon citrinus – Bottlebrush Butterfly BushPart of the Subtropical Formal GardensIntracoastal from River to Sea PreserveRiver to Sea Preserve HammockNormal clouds for a change…
Well, folks, thanks for your numerous comments and encouragement to keep Sunny’s Journal going for now. We’ll take it day by day for now. Meanwhile, I’ll do my best to forward various reports and developments as the Movie continues on its “merry” way. The final clean-up is in process as far as I can assess what I have read/listened to. Then, comes the difficult part for those who are not yet awake… financial collapse, more revelations of crimes against humanity, and an expose of the corruption that has existed in every layer of society for a long time. It’s difficult to absorb, especially when you’re a sensitive empath, but I’ve managed to… for a long time now.
I’ve been in Florida now for eight whole years. It’s kind of hard to believe. It’s been quite a journey, for my readers as well as myself. I’ve undergone quite a transformation especially since 2021.
One reader encouraged me to hang in there… so I will, for now.
Thanks to all who took the time to comment. I do appreciate all of the readers of this blog.
Can you believe 2024 is nearly half way over already? I wonder what’s coming next?
Announcement to Readers: Cancelling Blue Dragon Journal
As of July 14th, Blue Dragon Journal will no longer be available. I decided to let go of my old blog for now. So, if you haven’t read the White Lion series, you might read it before it’s no longer available. I do have an upgraded version of the story saved offline, but I am still considering doing a major overhaul of the story… in the future.
I want to thank everyone who has been a long-time reader of my blogs. I do appreciate it very much.
I haven’t decided whether or not to also take down Sunny’s Journal, but I am considering it. If you care to comment, they’re open for now. Keep on topic.
The Galactic Alliance of Nataru is pleased to introduce: “Tribute” – StefZak
If you are a star seed — some of us know for sure and others still wonder — this may send you into a spate of tears…
❤ Eliza
According to Alex Collier, some of us came back to right a terrible wrong, where Earth humanity was destroyed and AI took over the planet. We came back, reincarnated… time travel was involved… We answered the call of Gaia, of the Zenae Council, the Council of Five… We came to raise the frequency of the planet and set the people free, forever.
StefZak is the talented young woman who does all of the videos for Elena Danaan.
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