In November, whilst in Costa Rica, we visited Tortuguero (Land of Turtles) National Park, and felt so privileged to witness the amazing sight of newly hatched green sea turtles, as they came up out of their nest on the beach to see the world for the first time. It was just before sunset, and there were quite a few, but hubby chose to video this sweet little creature as he bravely scuttled across the sand making a bee-line for the safety of the Pacific Ocean. It must have been quite tough and rugged terrain for those tiny flippers to negotiate, but as you can see, his determination never wavered for a moment. I thought this video was appropriate for today as we go into the New Year, not knowing exactly what lies ahead of us. May we all be as focused and fearless as little Terrence, as we strive to reach our goals this year.
This is my entry for the WordPress Photo Challenge, ‘Beginning’.
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Don’t know how I missed this. 🙂
Maybe it was before we met.
Yes, think it was. I rechecked and I have been following you a year. 🙂
We’ve been missing each other’s good stuff. lol
We should have a first anniversary party. 😄
Go Terence……
😀
Wow! That was amazing – great choice and a great film – instinct is an incredible thing! 😉
I’m so glad you enjoyed this. He was such a cutie. 🙂
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Hi Sylvia, Marsha sent me the link to your post…how gorgeous. What a special video. We went to a turtle reserve in Oman where we saw females laying eggs and also little ones hatching out. It was amazing.
Thanks so much for visiting, Donna. So glad you enjoyed this. He is rather cute. 🙂
I’m with SidevieW on this one. How in the world did he know where he was going? I loved the way your husband took the video because you have the sense of not knowing where in the world the ocean was. He could have wandered in dry sand for hours instead of minutes. Such an incredible share, Sylvia. I posted it on FB. 🙂
Hahaha. Thanks for your undying faith in my sense of direction, Marsha. Actually, you’re probably right. 😀 Poor little soul might have perished if he’d followed me. 😦
Mine too. I am famous for saying go left, and everyone knows the correct way is right! 🙂
Glad I’m not the only lost soul on the planet. 🙂
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my reply to your comment wouldn’t go through, so let’s see if it goes through here!
how great! your comment triggers my internet frustrations, as it’s all i can do to open a simple page or get a comment to go through! i’m hoping to have better internet in a few weeks, and i look forward to all of the posts i’ve been missing! i look forward to seeing the video! i also look forward to reading about your trip!
Thanks so much, for making the effort to reply, Lisa. 🙂 Internet frustrations are the pits, aren’t they? 😦
Such a relief when he reaches harder sand and finally the ocean! 😀
I know what you mean. I was holding my breath watching the video, and I already knew he’d made it to the ocean. 😀
such a lovely idea Sylvia … I can imagine us all scuttling successfully through 2014, not worrying too much about our chances of making it! Happy New Year! I hope you have some lovely travels planned to share with us 🙂
Thanks so much, Christine. I hope we’ll have more interesting travels too. xx 🙂
This is truly beautfiul thank you for share it for us With love maxima
Thanks so much, Stefan. 🙂
Oh ad, I laughed so hard! I had complete faith that he’d get there, I just didn’t know if it would be this year!! 😉
Hehehe. Glad it gave you some giggles, Gemma. He was a very determined little fella. 🙂
I love the imagery and the video. Wonderful post. Happy new year Sylvia!
Thanks so much, Adrian. 🙂
Oh what a fun day you had in turtle land. He is so cute the way he waddles as he walks. Thanks for sharing this sweet video with us.
So glad you enjoyed, Laurie. It was such a treat to actually be there. 🙂
Great experience to watch live AD 🙂
Yes it was. 🙂
Happy New Year to you and yours … and may 2014 deliver happiness, good health, and Terrance’s persistence!
Thanks so much, Frank. 🙂
I almost did a jump for joy when Terence reached the water. Thanks for sharing this, really wonderful
Hehehe Yes, He was such a gutsy little guy. 🙂
Just wonderful how they know the direction and just keep going
Have a travelling 2014
Yes, it is amazing. Thy came out of that hole and in spite of all the human feet and legs standing around, they knew exactly what to do. They must have a built in compass. I could do with one of those. 😀
me too
Run, Terrence, run! I was smiling so big and cheering him on. Bless his heart, he must have been worn out. Great post and a touching video, I love it!
Thanks so much for your lovely comment. He was a real champ. 🙂
I was rooting for Terrence the whole time. Very appropriate symbol for new beginnings. Happy New Year. 🙂
Thanks, Lynne. Yes, he was definitely going for gold. He had quite an audience, so wasn’t going to let himself down. 🙂
Yes, it is a good one to greet the new year. These young turtles start to survive on their own from the day they hatch.
Thanks so much. Yes, I wish human babies could be like the turtles. 😀
A wonderful image to carry forward into 2014!
Glad you enjoyed, Lisa. 🙂
Fantastic ! … Wish that i had been there too ! … Thanks for sharing … // Maria 🙂
Thanks, Maria. It was a great experience. 🙂
I’m glad you saved this for the new start in the new year! Terrence sets such a grand example! Wishing you all the very, very best for this coming year! Happy Travels….
Thanks, Gunta. Happy travels to you too. 🙂
Ahh that’s fantastic, I wonder where he is now, off on his life of adventure!
I sure hope so. What a darling little guy! 🙂
That really is amazing! Best wishes for the new year to you 🙂
Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
This video is so funny. I got tired watching him. 🙂 Happy New Year, Ad.
Hehehe Yes, he was so determined. 🙂
Terrence is so, so cute. You should have heard the Ooohs and Aahs coming out of me and my big grown up son whilst we were watching that video, cheering on that plucky and determined little turtle. My son says that a lot of turtles don’t make it to the sea, so we were very pleased to see one that did.
Hahaha. That’s so great, that you and your son enjoyed watching Terrence scuttling across the beach. 🙂
Go, Speed Racer, Go! {{Vroom, Vroom}}
😆 He was a plucky little chap. I think we were all holding our breath, hoping he’d make it.
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!
This is just sweetness overload!
May your 2014 be as wonderful as this [and in good health and joy!]
🙂 xx
Thanks so much, Marina. 🙂 xx
Yay !! Go Thomas !! Ralph xox 😀
Who is Thomas?!! 😀
Terrence was on the first wave. Thomas, as usual, always wants the limelight, cameras on him all the time …..such a diva 😉
Nicely fielded, Ralph. 😆
Whew 😆
What a privilege to have been there watching the little ones on their way! All the best for the New Year!
Yes it was actually really thrilling to see them making their way into the world. 🙂
I’m sure we can all identify with the struggle of this little turtle Sylvia .
Hats off to Terence !
Indeed, Poppy. 🙂
All the best for the New Year 🙂
Thanks so much, Colline. 🙂
Oh, I’ve always wanted to see this in person…lucky you!! Loved the video. Thanks for making my day.
Thanks, Elisa. Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
This beautifully symbolizes the beginning of a new year. Happy 2014 Sylvia! 🙂
Thanks, LuAnn. Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
Oh Sylvia, how truly beautfiul. I smiled the whole way and wanted to clap when he made it! 🙂 What an uplifting post. Hugs for a great year. Paula xxxxx
Thanks, Paula. It was just the cutest thing to watch. He knew exactly where he wanted to be, and just went for it, with all the strength he could muster. 🙂 xx
How lucky to witness something so beautiful. Have a great weekend, Sylvia! Hugs xxxxx
Thanks so much, Paula. I’m so glad you enjoyed these pics. Hugs to you too. xx
Wishing you a fantastic 2014!! 🙂
Thanks so much. Have a wonderful year. 🙂