Sea Turtle release by danapommet
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Why there were no photos of the release! Grand Cayman Island, in the Caribbean, seems to exist due to the result of years of volcanic action. There were 5 couples and we rented a driver and a 10 passenger van for the day. The driver took one of the ten seats. The rescued green sea turtle in yesterdays posting was maybe 200 to 230 pounds. Five older guys, one large souvenir blanket and the above volcanic coastline. There was a lot of complaining, torn sneakers, scratched up legs and arms plus 5 very wet guys.
The van driver was not happy that the turtle was in his van. The turtle was not happy that he/she was in the van and went crazy when the van took the first sharp turn, in a moving van. What you see was the closest salt water. The wives would not leave the van because they were convinced that the driver would leave us there. Nobody was thinking about cameras at the time. I will admit that, back on the ship, hot showers and a couple of margaritas later, there was a lot of laughing about the adventure. Next time, maybe a smaller turtle.
Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments.
They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (28)
jayfar
Quite dangerous but beautiful Dana and I hope all is well with the 'lucky' turtle.
durleybeachbum
Gosh, what an adventure!! I can see why now!
jendellas
You all did your bit for the turtles :o)
mgtcs
WOW...Marvelous image Dana, another delightful photo, loved it!
kbrog
With every bit of good comes a little pain. ;D Great capture! I can't believe you forgot to take pictures. ;D LOL!
adrie
Fantastic view and capture Dana.
jmb007
interessant!!
sandra46
wonderful place
goodoleboy
Wow, a reef of volcanic rock is right, in this cool photo, Dana. I hope the wives later apologized for their wacky idea of buying the gargantuan sea turtle in the first place, placing everyone involved in an untenable position. I hope the margaritas made up for it.
flavia49
gorgeous photo and "work"!!
Faemike55
All Hail the God of Turtles: Dana! he shall go down in the books as the savior of turtles!!!! Great story & picture
sharky_
Its a good story that you can tell forever and I'm sure no one will get tired of hearing it again. With a smile. Aloha
npauling
You were very brave to get along this part of the beach with your heavy load. A pricey day out but a wonderful gesture.
bimm3d
great place and photo!!
beachzz
What a great story---and I'm sure you'll tell it again and again!!
jocko500
sound like you all have a memory that will be there for years and to laugh about around friends as you tell the story
Richardphotos
very interesting adventure and I agree with Jock
KnightWolverine
"The van driver was not happy that the turtle was in his van. The turtle was not happy that he/she was in the van".... I'm still picturing this and can't stop laughing......hahaha.... Good Story Dana!...
mariogiannecchini
Women are more and more suspicious man, but often they are right! I think I would have liked to be with you!Interesting story !
MrsRatbag
ouch! I can imagine the sharp bits...no wonder the turtle wasn't happy!
Flint_Hawk
What a wonderful adventure!
eekdog
no wonder they were po'ed, love this great shot Dana.
pixeluna
Dana, thank you for always adding these wonderful stories and adventures and very rich information about your travels. I enjoy your gallery as well as the description you add at the bottom. The photography is wonderful too!
alessimarco
~Very cool capture Dana!~
Ford604
nice capture
Rhanagaz
Fine effort for the turtle - all the troubles worth! Fine capture! :o)
MagikUnicorn
Beautiful shot
artrager
This reminds me of Blowing Rocks, Jupiter Island, FL. Very sharp rocks but not volcanic. -Thanks for the hilarious story!