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Our Adventure with a Pro Nature Photographer

January 13, 2019January 13, 2019

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Coastal Merry Christmas Wishes

December 23, 2018December 23, 2018

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Gratitude

November 20, 2018November 20, 2018

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Sustainable Seafood Made Simple! (3 Free Printable Activities)

October 28, 2018October 29, 2018

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DIY Coastal Aqua Pumpkins

October 13, 2018October 13, 2018

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DIY Inspirational Octopus Ink Wood Sign, Stencil & Coloring Page

October 6, 2018October 6, 2018

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Make Your Plate Ocean-Friendly! (Sustainable Seafood Infographic)

August 19, 2018August 19, 2018

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DIY Beachy Mermaid Wall Sign

July 24, 2018July 24, 2018

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Central California Coast 8 Day Travel Vacation Guide

Central California Coast 8 Day Travel Vacation Guide

June 19, 2018June 19, 2018

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Jellyfish Races: Ocean-Themed Birthday Party Game

May 23, 2018May 23, 2018

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6 Apps for Mindful Productivity

April 2, 2018April 2, 2018

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Our Awesome Ocean (video!)

February 20, 2018March 2, 2018

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Love is Saltwater & Sand

February 10, 2018February 10, 2018

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DIY Seashell Heart Shadowbox

February 10, 2018February 17, 2018

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Sea Dragons are Real! (Infographic)

January 28, 2018February 17, 2018

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Jump into Life

January 1, 2018January 1, 2018

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DIY Aqua & Turquoise Coastal Christmas Ornaments

December 22, 2017December 30, 2017

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Mira, the Misfit Sea Dragon Printable Activity Pack (free!)

December 9, 2017February 17, 2018

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Mira the Misfit Sea Dragon Wreath Craft for Kids

November 29, 2017February 17, 2018

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Our New Book is Here!

November 18, 2017February 17, 2018

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Wildlife Safari in Point Reyes National Seashore (California)

November 9, 2017December 30, 2017

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Every Day Is A New Adventure

October 30, 2017December 30, 2017

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Beachy Fall Printable (free!)

October 10, 2017December 30, 2017

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DIY Nautical Pumpkins

September 20, 2017February 17, 2018

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DIY Coastal Clothespin Photo Frame

August 27, 2017February 17, 2018

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Dream Big

August 6, 2017February 17, 2018

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Sand and Sea Animals Sensory Treasure Hunt

July 20, 2017February 17, 2018

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DIY Coastal Rustic Wood Plaque

July 11, 2017February 17, 2018

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Happy Memorial Day

May 29, 2017May 28, 2018

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DIY Sea Animals Wall Art

March 22, 2017February 17, 2018

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Visit a National Seashore (Interactive Map)

February 18, 2017February 18, 2018

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9 Ideas for a Sea-Inspired Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2017January 26, 2018

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DIY Seashell Love Wall Hanging

Love is in the air!  Seashell love, that is.  We’ve got a sweet DIY that’s as irresistible as it is easy.

February 11, 2017January 26, 2018

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Ocean Themed Printable Valentine’s Day Cards (free!)

February 3, 2017January 26, 2018

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Bring Your Beach Walks to Life

January 25, 2017February 17, 2018

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May Your New Year Be Full of Sea, Sand, & Soul

Just a little Happy New Year’s wish from us to you!

January 1, 2017December 11, 2017

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Down Time Is Time Well Spent

December 29, 2016December 30, 2017

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9 Rustic-Coastal Christmas Decor Ideas

December 22, 2016April 9, 2018

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Polar Animals Printable Ornament & Learning Page (FREE!)

December 12, 2016April 9, 2018

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Winter Ocean Wonderland Printable Ornament & Gift Tag (FREE!)

December 12, 2016April 9, 2018

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Be Thankful for Life’s Treasures

November 23, 2016December 30, 2017

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4 Simple Coastal Gift-Worthy Crafts

We’re sharing 4 easy crafts to pick & choose from for beach lovers!

November 15, 2016February 17, 2018

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Sand Castle Sculpting Secrets

November 8, 2016February 17, 2018

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DIY Spooky-Splashy Halloween Treat Bags (FREE printable tags!)

October 26, 2016April 9, 2018

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FREE Printable (Undersea) Halloween Coloring Sheets

Ever heard of a ghost crab? Goblin shark? Vampire squid?  Yep, they’re all REAL sea creatures who happen to be named after unreal Halloween monsters!  How fun is that!?

October 19, 2016December 16, 2016

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Don’t Be Crabby :)

Don’t dig in the sand and hide your beautiful self, or raise your claws in unnecessary snappy defense — life’s too short for that!

October 14, 2016February 17, 2018

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Beachify Your Boo This Halloween

It’s time to get spooky for Halloween, and we’ve got a beachy twist inspired by one of our readers!

October 4, 2016December 16, 2016

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Our Trip to The Gulfarium: An Aquarium on the Beach

As you might know, we’re pretty much like little kids when it comes to marine life and beautiful beaches, and the Gulfarium on Florida’s Gulf Coast amazingly combines BOTH!!!

September 25, 2016December 16, 2016

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15 DIY Coastal Fall Ideas

 Keep that coastal vibe going throughout fall with these fun craft and décor ideas.

September 18, 2016February 17, 2018

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Cannon Beach, Oregon: An Unforgettable Romantic Getaway

Cannon Beach, Oregon was an unforgettable romantic getaway, and an unbelievable part of our Pacific Northwest trip this summer.

September 10, 2016February 17, 2018

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Radiate Your Inner Glow

A quick-read for a mood-lifting, soul-centering, and stress-relieving morsel.

August 27, 2016February 17, 2018

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DIY Nautical Name Paddle (3 easy steps!)

Nautical themes are so much fun, and this DIY personalized paddle is perfect for a nursery, kid’s room, or classroom!

August 20, 2016February 17, 2018

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Have a Smooth Sailing School Year With This Easy Make-up Work Method

If you’re a teacher, you know that getting make-up work for students can be one of the most constant of stresses.  Try this for a smooth sailing school year!

August 13, 2016February 17, 2018

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San Juan Island: Travel Tips & Must-Do’s for a Whale of a Trip

Heading to the US Pacific Northwest coast?  Don’t miss San Juan Island, it’ll make for a whale of a trip!

August 2, 2016February 17, 2018

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Unplug

Have you taken some time this summer to fully unplug? 

July 19, 2016December 16, 2016

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Happy July 4th from Sea to Shining Sea

We wish you a Happy July 4th, full of warm summer vibes and patriotic celebrations of our nation’s independence!

July 4, 2016December 16, 2016

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DIY Nautical Flag Wreath

A patriotic way to celebrate summer, our country, AND our coasts!

June 29, 2016February 17, 2018

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3 Things You MUST Know Before Starting a Saltwater Aquarium

A saltwater aquarium is a beautiful, uplifting way to bring the ocean home!  With “Finding Dory” out in theaters and making many people of all ages want to start an aquarium, here are 3 things you MUST know before you start:

June 23, 2016February 14, 2017

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A Father’s Day Greeting for a Sea-Turf-Sky Kind of Guy

Have a dad who has given you a love of sea, turf, & sky?  Here’s a shareable greeting to make his day!

June 17, 2016November 17, 2016

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DIY Nautical Mason Jar with Spiced BBQ Rub

Summer is here and that means BBQ season!  What better way to spice up Father’s Day for Dad than a mouthwatering spiced barbeque seasoning, in a nautical jar of course?  (It’s so good you’ll want to make one for yourself too!)

June 10, 2016November 17, 2016

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DIY Jellyfish Craft Kit

 Here’s a fun & portable DIY kit for kids to make a jellyfish craft.  Perfect for taking with you to do on a beach trip, as a birthday party activity & favor, a summer craft, or ocean unit lesson!

June 1, 2016February 17, 2018

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Spark Change for a Healthy Ocean!

Many people don’t know that their actions make a difference (or how to!).  With World Oceans Day around the corner, it’s the perfect time to change that.

May 25, 2016May 24, 2018

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DIY Name Collage Keepsake

Traveling soon?  This fun idea will turn your memories from the trip into a lasting keepsake you can hang at home!

May 19, 2016February 17, 2018

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What We Love to Do in Hilton Head Island

What is it about Hilton Head Island that we love so much?  The beach, yes, but there’s so much more too.

May 12, 2016May 31, 2016

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An Oh-So-Cute Shareable Mother’s Day Greeting

Today is such a special day in honor of moms everywhere!  We thought, what better way to give moms a cheery greeting than with a manatee mom and baby!?

May 8, 2016November 15, 2016

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Starfish & Sand Rope Lantern

No matter your DIY craft experience, this is a no-fail, no-stress way to brighten a day, a room, or a life!

May 5, 2016May 19, 2016

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Feel Like You’ve Had a Day at the Beach With This Simple Indulgence

 You’re going to love this simple indulgence that you already know about but are too busy to remember.

April 27, 2016April 27, 2016

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Happy Earth Day

Just a cheery Earth Day greeting from us to YOU!

April 22, 2016May 24, 2016

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Earth Day Kids’ Craft: Felt Strip Wreath (recycled plastic!)

To celebrate Earth Day, this fun kids’ craft is a fantastic way to mark the occasion and bring awareness and action to what Earth Day is all about.  

April 19, 2016May 24, 2016

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DIY Coastal Shadowbox

These crafty coastal vibes will just make you happy!  Get to making some sweet creativity in the form of a super-simple and mess-free coastal shadowbox.

April 14, 2016May 18, 2016

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Why Swimming with Manatees Should Be on Your Bucket List

Oh boy, have we got a trip for you that’s worthy of being put at the top of your bucket list!

April 7, 2016May 3, 2016

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Resolution Refresh: Tips to Get Moving in a Positive Direction

We’re revisiting our 7 “all year” resolutions, to readjust and refresh!  We’ve also got 4 tips to help you get inspired to take a few moments to reflect on your resolutions and aspirations.

March 31, 2016May 24, 2016

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4 Tips for Creating a Knockout Kids’ Gift Basket

Creating a themed gift basket is super fun, both for the one gifting it and the lucky receiver.  Here are our tips for making one for a kid a total knockout!

March 25, 2016December 14, 2017

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Ocean Fun Activity Pages (FREE Printables!)

We’ve created FREE Ocean Fun Activity Pages for you to print and get kids excited about learning with an undersea theme.  Colors, numbers, animal matching & names, a maze, and a coloring page too!

March 23, 2016February 17, 2018

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DIY Undersea Chalkboard Name Plate

A simple and fun craft to hang proudly on your door (whether you’re a kid or a teacher)!

March 20, 2016February 17, 2018

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About Us

Living Porpoisefully is a heartful, mindful, joyful, sea-inspired, and ocean-loving way of living! We’re a husband and wife pair who are passionate about sharing the ocean love through our blog adventures, art, photography, and children’s books under the pen name “Everett” Taylor. Our story→

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