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My Caribbean Shell Collection(Puerto Rico, Turks & Caicos, and Jamaica)

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 เม.ย. 2023
  • This is an episode you don't want to miss!
    I'll be highlighting various notable specimens from my Caribbean Shell Collection - more specifically, from my past trips to Puerto Rico, Turks and Caicos, and Jamaica over the past 4 years.
    I'll also be discussing how utilizing the muriatic acid bath process can help to restore brilliancy to shells that have dulled due to calcium build ups. Below, you will also find some common guidance on the process for disposing of muriatic acid properly after use.
    How to properly dispose of Muriatic Acid:www.hunker.com...

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  • @dawnwilkinson8717
    @dawnwilkinson8717 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Truly stunning videography! We are so lucky that you choose to take us along with you on your shelling missions. Thank you. p.s. the shells are pretty awesome too.

  • @23Josilee
    @23Josilee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seems to me just touching these shells creates in one humility and fascination. Thank you...all are such beautiful specimens.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I could not agree with you more - being at the ocean is truly a meditative experience!
      Thanks for coming along

  • @shelabrehio1050
    @shelabrehio1050 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! When I had a hard day well honestly even if I haven’t I come home from work get a glass of wine and turn on your videos. They’re very relaxing. Thank you for being a part of my evening.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am so glad to hear that you can find relaxation with this content!

  • @barbridingsTheResinator
    @barbridingsTheResinator ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love watching the videos but most of all I enjor your explinatons of the shells and their names. I've learned s much from you. Thank You

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am happy to hear that you appreciate the educational component of the channel 💙🐚
      Thanks for watching!

  • @kathyjund7212
    @kathyjund7212 ปีที่แล้ว

    A. Absolute slice of heaven between the shelling the scenery video content and that ending thank you for taking us there!!!! Solace indeed..

  • @myunknownland9272
    @myunknownland9272 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, love watching your adventures. I love you don't take The Lord's name in vain and that you don't use profanities Thank you. You have me glued. Love from Australia.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I always try my best to keep this content friendly, impartial, and educational.
      Thank you for continuing to come along!

  • @megnmccarty
    @megnmccarty ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just want to say how much I appreciate your channel, and how grateful I am that I found it. I am a mother of 4, with my youngest being an infant. It can feel easy to lose your identity being a mom and dealing with daily stresses and mental battles from within. When I watch your videos, I am literally brought to tears because it makes me feel like me again. My love for shells is something that has always brought me joy. I feel peaceful and genuinely happy when I see all the beautiful shells you collect. So thank you for what you do.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      This was a very meaningful comment for me to read - it makes me very happy to hear that you can find peace and happiness here. I hope you are able to share joy of your love for shells with your children... this is how it all started for me 😃
      Thank you again for watching - shell on, friend!
      💙

  • @lindsayschilling8707
    @lindsayschilling8707 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible video! Beautiful white sandy beach, the colors of the water, the shells - I want to goooo! And, that last shell, triton, Epic! Thank you for taking us along 😎 🐚

  • @karenwestbrook2352
    @karenwestbrook2352 ปีที่แล้ว

    I too want to tell you how much I appreciate your videos. As a 65 year old widow on a fixed income, you take me to places I can only dream of going to. I could listen to the waves and watch your beach walks 24/7. Thank you!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your comment warmed my heart. This content is made to do just that - transport you to a place that brings you comfort and joy.
      Thank you again for watching, and looking forward to seeing you on future adventures!

  • @lindsayschilling8707
    @lindsayschilling8707 ปีที่แล้ว

    And, we have loved going on those journeys with you ❤

  • @leslietremblay3498
    @leslietremblay3498 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely, Music, Beautiful Shelling. Thank You Solice!

  • @Julianne955
    @Julianne955 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish you had been with me these last weeks on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. (The TRUE Outer Banks) The shelling was phenomenal, rare shells every day. Sea glass and other treasures. It was epic! You have given me a bucket list item...North Caicos. One day I'll get there, and I'll owe it you and the inspiration you give us. Have a beautiful week!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, this is amazing! I have been to Ocracoke when I was younger, but have never been to some of the more remote spots there - I'd LOVE to go!
      North Caicos is a gem - I 100% recommend a trip there! It's super remote, and a world away from the hub of Provo, but it's worth it!

  • @anitawilhite
    @anitawilhite ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You never disappoint me. Your videos are so peaceful. Thank you

  • @robinmp3841
    @robinmp3841 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow Turks and Caicos is really gorgeous isnt it? What a haul!!!❤❤❤

  • @felixzapata9058
    @felixzapata9058 ปีที่แล้ว

    🤟...so nice to just wander around the beach shelling with you...and am getting pretty good at naming the shells now!...4K really helps in detail ...both with the shells, you and Ukie..lol...!

  • @graciehood2308
    @graciehood2308 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The colors revealed after the acid dip was amazing

  • @robinsegnitz3649
    @robinsegnitz3649 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome. Just a fantastic video, Solace.

  • @Katherine-rq8mk
    @Katherine-rq8mk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ah! The limpets, my favorite

  • @rebeccafoster3570
    @rebeccafoster3570 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Just amazing, the shells, the pictures of the sunset and the nighttime picture with the stars. Truly amazing.

  • @kims4529
    @kims4529 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fun mix in today's video! I am always so fascinated by the helmets. The aperture always makes me think of a toothy mouth ala little shop of horrors 😅. I really enjoyed your muriatic acid bath demonstration, too. Thanks for all your efforts & sharing!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      Helmets are some of my faves too - so many in PR 🐚
      Thanks for watching!

  • @HGB365
    @HGB365 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw you had this one posted a couple of weeks ago but only now had some time to sit back and watch it. I really, really, really enjoyed this one, beautifully done (love the scenery portions & calming music in the background) and was so happy to see all of your shells from the Caribbean. BEAUTIFUL finds & I really enjoyed how you went back, with video, to the moments you found them. I remember some of those videos from those trips. My collection certainly isn't anywhere near yours but every time we get to the beach I find at least one new favorite. Most recent are sea biscuits from Holden Beach (yes, we finally made the 6 hour trip for a few days) and last year the largest shark eye (almost the size of a baseball) that I found at Cape Lookout, NC. I was one of the ones who commented, asking if there were still sea biscuits to be found, on your Holden Beach video. Luckily we had warmer weather when we went toward the end of March (sunny, high 70's - low 80's). As for the memories of finding them, I am trying to remember to at least get pictures of my special finds before picking up, but the memories of finding those special ones will always be vivid in my mind, every time I pick one of them up or even look at it, the memories of finding them come back. I really enjoy that you share your special moments finding beautiful shells and thank you for taking the time to do these beautiful videos, I'm sure they take a lot of time. Now I need to make the time to check out some of your videos from New England - definitely want to get up that way.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every so often, I receive a comment that really makes me smile - this was one of them. I truly appreciate your acknowledgement of my work, and your careful observations of the places, and experiences that I have shared. There are personal memories attached to each and every one of these journeys for me, and that's what empowers me to continue to share with the community! This passion is real, and I know that it's also shared by so many other individuals who enjoy sharing, and expressing in their own unique ways.
      Thank you for watching, and I look forward to you watching more! 💙🐚

  • @lisacoyne1537
    @lisacoyne1537 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing that you’re so fortunate to be able to do this and I can come along with you so thank you❤

  • @kathycox6420
    @kathycox6420 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video! Love the Caribbean treasures!

  • @gaylescovel7308
    @gaylescovel7308 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just want to tell you i truely appreciate the effort n time you took to edit n put together this video. 🥰 < Hugs. It was beautifull❣

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, shell friend! I appreciate your viewership!

  • @caroleparias6197
    @caroleparias6197 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos, so much more interesting than just watching someone pick up every shell on the beach.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate that yo acknowledge the differences. I have always tried to make this channel about an experience...Shelling+ 😀

  • @patifagan6774
    @patifagan6774 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent,superb.great job

  • @taylejo4485
    @taylejo4485 ปีที่แล้ว

    The reveal is spectacular !! Thanks for showing this, I will definitely try some of mine.❤

  • @lilalightandlove421
    @lilalightandlove421 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live shelling and watching your adventures! You find shells I’ve never even heard of and in colors so amazing!

  • @brendagroff8478
    @brendagroff8478 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Magnificent shells!

  • @vancolucci5949
    @vancolucci5949 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful bird’s eyes view of the gorgeous beaches and landscapes! Also, Thank you for sharing with us, seashell lovers, all your seashell findings.

  • @guadalupeknippen528
    @guadalupeknippen528 ปีที่แล้ว

    The video footage of the various beaches is amazing. I love the peacefulness of your videos. Thank you for showing us how a simple dip in muriatic acid renders some of the original beauty of the shells.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate the feedback! Muriatic Acid really can make a difference in many cases.
      Thank you so much for watching the content!

  • @JanetShephard
    @JanetShephard 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They are beautiful shells

  • @fredamoore1743
    @fredamoore1743 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The music and content of your video is so amazing. Love the aerial views. Love all those gorgeous shells but the limpets, gaudy and cones are my favorite. You have an awesome collection . Thanks for sharing!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for the amazing feedback - I really appreciate it! 🐚

  • @playmobil6263
    @playmobil6263 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing collection!!

  • @annatydniouk5739
    @annatydniouk5739 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching your videos! Thank you!

  • @BlueJean1019
    @BlueJean1019 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your intro was beautiful. I appreciate you for sharing your shelling adventures with us! Many thanks and so looking forward to your future content! 🐚 🏝️ 🌊

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the great feedback, and for watching this content!

  • @graciehood2308
    @graciehood2308 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the variety of shells you find in your travels

  • @debblair5761
    @debblair5761 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful shells!

  • @nikoletastavropoulou5515
    @nikoletastavropoulou5515 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congratulations. Wonderful shells 🐚 with beautiful colors 😊.

  • @veronicavalentin9929
    @veronicavalentin9929 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When the sand has an low oxygen level the seashells start turning black, natural colors of the shell them have a blend or twist in color. Then some are completely black.

  • @esthersutton4816
    @esthersutton4816 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish you had named them as you showed them. Love them.

    • @Katherine-rq8mk
      @Katherine-rq8mk ปีที่แล้ว

      I actually found it refreshing, a turn from the other similar videos who repeat names 3 times like we are in elementary school.

    • @esthersutton4816
      @esthersutton4816 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Katherine-rq8mk The name could have been typed to show up. No need to repeat.

    • @Katherine-rq8mk
      @Katherine-rq8mk ปีที่แล้ว

      @@esthersutton4816 agree

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate this feedback! I have always tried to strike a balance here, with the text. Sometimes I feel it detracts from what I am attempting to demonstrate. There are some Shell ID's toward the end of the video here at 22:22, for the specimens that were cleaned!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @deebird
    @deebird ปีที่แล้ว

    This was such a great video-beautiful shells, lovely beaches, peaceful music! You do a great job, thanks for sharing your shelling adventures. 🙂 🐚

  • @portagephotography
    @portagephotography ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s wonderful that there are people like us that love beach combing, aka shelling…. I would love to do this everyday but live in Ontario Canada and haven’t been able to travel in the last 3 years but this fall we are going to the Caribbean finally! Haven’t picked a spot yet but that’s the fun part! Loved your video…wondering which island would be better for shelling?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I love Canada! I was in Quebec, at the Gulf of St. Lawrence, very briefly last summer trying to do some shelling - I really want to get back this summer!
      It's difficult for me to recommend shelling areas in the Caribbean because I have only briefly passed through these locations. Beaches can change overnight! My best guidance would be to venture away from the popular areas, and visit a more remote spot(if you are comfortable). This is the strategy I adopted when I traveled to the Caribbean. It won't work perfectly every time, but less trodden areas will be less picked over.
      Go on your adventures without expectations, good luck, and thank you for watching!

  • @dorismccueart
    @dorismccueart ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Solace, I love your shell collection. Do you display them at home? The large shells, like the tritons trumpet look like a fabulous place to display a succulent or other plant life, even if its a faux plant. Thanks for taking me on your shelling adventures.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Unfortunately, at the moment, most of my collection lives in boxes and tupper-ware containers. When I'm not on a beach, I simply enjoy sorting through or cleaning some of my older shell finds - i's a cathartic experience for me.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @ryanfleming55
    @ryanfleming55 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a beautifully crafted video. What was that beautiful music you used?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello! I utilize a monthly subscription to Musicbed.com for all of the music featured in the content on my channel!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @isabelc.o.tavares9280
    @isabelc.o.tavares9280 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice collection you have there. Just Amazing. Can I just ask, when you mix the water and the muriatic acid, which one you put first in the container?

  • @lisacoyne1537
    @lisacoyne1537 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would love to see Yuki again. :)

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      She's here 22:45 🐕

    • @lisacoyne1537
      @lisacoyne1537 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@solaceinshelling6552 pls show her more. Such a beautiful girl 🫶

  • @veronicavalentin9929
    @veronicavalentin9929 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    😊

  • @DebbyCastrillo
    @DebbyCastrillo ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wondering how you get your shells home safely? Do you put them in 'checked' baggage , or carry on?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is a great question! Of course I can only speak to my own experience, but I brought a bunch of tupper-ware containers and safely packed all of the shells into the middle of my checked luggage, on all of these trips. I never had any issues getting the shells home.
      Thanks so much for watching@

    • @DebbyCastrillo
      @DebbyCastrillo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@solaceinshelling6552 Thanks for the reply. Thats exactly what I was thinking, and glad you confirmed my thoughts.

  • @kimvines636
    @kimvines636 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you do a cruise to Turk and Caicos? If so which one? How did you get to the part of the island you were shelling. I am doing a cruise February- March and want to go to at least one shell island. I hope you can help!

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello! I actually travelled on my own to Turks and Caicos. The islands I went to were North and Middle Caicos. You can only get to North Caicos by ferry from Provo, and then Middle Caicos is connected to North by a causeway.
      If you are on a cruise and stop at Turks and Caicos, you will most likely be stopping at the island of Grand Turk where the port of call is located. I am not sure if there are any ways to get from there to North or Middle, and I am also not sure the window for port of call would allow you enough time to do this.
      I wish you best of luck while shelling!

  • @gaylescovel7308
    @gaylescovel7308 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cant belueve you grabbed sand! Thought i was the only one who likes the sand, lol. Wonderfull that im not!
    Edit to add: i have sand from the Phillipines. A guy i worked with went there to visit family on his wife's side one year. Didnt think to ask for a shell from there, 🙄.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't grab sand from every place, but if it's particularly striking I will. This bag of sand was from a black sand beach in SE Puerto Rico, and it was absolutely gorgeous!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @ginamast9879
    @ginamast9879 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m cruising in October and don’t have an excursion planned for our stop in Puerto Rico. Is there a good beach for shelling near the San Juan port?

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      I only collected shells in the eastern and south east sections of PR. It's a bit difficult to get out if you are just stopping in a port of call. I was in Fajardo for a couple of nights - this is about an hour drive from San Juan. I could recommend Playa Colora, and Playa Escondida - they are both a 30 min walking hike from the main road. Usually cruise stops give you a 6 - 8 hour window - it might just be enough time!
      Good luck, shell friend!

    • @ginamast9879
      @ginamast9879 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the info!

  • @renahays7988
    @renahays7988 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What are the shells at the 16:30 mark? I have a couple of those that were in a jar I bought at a thrift store☺

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi, these are called Partridge Tuns!
      Thanks for watching!

    • @renahays7988
      @renahays7988 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you☺@@solaceinshelling6552

  • @wendygamble3935
    @wendygamble3935 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What is the pink spots some of the shells have on them.

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I believe these are called Foraminifera, and are protists, which are single-celled amoeba-like organisms that grow a protective shell.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @JanetShephard
    @JanetShephard 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you get to keep and take those shelves Home

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I can only speak to my personal experience, but I have never had any issues taking a limited amount of shells home from these locations in my suitcase. Depending on where one travels, I will always recommend to research local shelling/beach-combing laws!
      Thanks for watching!

  • @lindsayschilling8707
    @lindsayschilling8707 ปีที่แล้ว

    * Angular Triton 😮

  • @JoAnnSmith-bu9nl
    @JoAnnSmith-bu9nl ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish you would tell us the name of the shells

    • @solaceinshelling6552
      @solaceinshelling6552  ปีที่แล้ว

      This is good feedback. I have tried to strike a balance in my content between displaying shell name text, and simply leaving the text out. There are shell names displayed in the cleaning portion of this video starting at 22:20
      Thanks so much for watching!