Is there anything cuter than a mini shell? Hmmmm…. well, yes. A handful of minis shells. Is there anything cuter than a handful of mini shells? As a matter of fact… yes! Cutie little handfuls of mini shells held by cousins Ellie and Mia.
Once they found a few “Unicorn Horns” (AUGERS), they were hooked on finding other types of minis and then…. WENTLETRAPS! Shelladorable. The best gifts come in the smallest packages.
Here’s just a slice of unedited video of the beach this morning and a few minis I found before I met Ellie, Mia and their moms (sisters) visiting Sanibel from Colorado and Utah. It was so peaceful so I hope you get that peaceful easy feeling in this CYBERSHELLING bit.
Wow, wow, wow!! What I wouldn’t give to be there!! All those baby shells are so sweet. I just love them all!
Love the little shells! I have a glass gar full of little shells!
Here on Sanibel now. Will see you in the cruise to Cayo Costa on Friday , 9/18.
I love hunting for the minis with you. As winter is fast approaching in Canada, our trip coming up and watching your videos will get me through the blues
So cool…love it when you post your cybershelling videos…where were you this morning? Looks like a really low tide. I am continually amazed by the sheer abundance and variety that is to be found both big and small. Thank you, Pam.
Hi Christine! It was gulfside city park beach
Love the sound of shells as they come together in your hand…
Is that a moni nutmeg in the upper right part of your hand? I watched you pick it up on the video but could not identify it. Wentletrap was a nice bonus!
Hey Diane! Clark said he saw a nutmeg and laughed at me for all the shells I didn’t see and pick up. Haha trust me, it’s not as easy as it used to be – my eyes r getting bad at closeup vids- eeeeeek! ;) but I think the one u r referring to is the bruised nassa. Maybe?
Yes, Pam, that is the one I was referring to. I had never heard of it so looked it up on your shell Identification link to confirm. I will add that shell to my “be on the lookout for” list! Is it rare? I’m sure it is difficult to video and pick up those minis. Something I would not attempt. Heehee.
Oops! Mini not moni.
For real cybershelling fun open the setting (cog wheel) on video and slow the speed to .25! Thanks for the shelling fun Pam!
Hey Pam-
What beach do you recommend for finding the best shells for when I visit Sanibel?
Wow! I was just there the 13th and found lots of minis but no wentletraps! Still happy with my treasures, though.
Hi Pam! We are taking a trip to Sanibel at the end of December to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday….a surprise trip! Wondering what beach is best for shelling that time of year? You have a wonderful blog, so glad I found it…great info! Thank you!
Wow! How fun to see your blog and to see the cute pictures you posted of Mia and Ellie. Mia says she is famous now! It was so fun to meet you and to learn about the cute little shells. Thank you for educating us about the names of the shells, sharing your treasures with us and visiting with us! That was the highlight of our day!
Wow, that video was just what i needed after a long crazy week of school. Thank you! I love all the minis- I have some little glass vases and jars to fill with mine from last spring. :)