Pulling a GIANT Octopus & Juicy Mantis Shrimp from Coral Reefs 🐙🌊 When the tide drops, the ocean becomes my all-you-can-eat buffet! Today, I'm diving into clear coastal waters - like those off Florida or California - to hunt for hidden seafood treasures. The adventure kicks off with a massive octopus hiding in deep coral cracks, its strong suction fighting my grip as I carefully pull it out. Next, I uncover a huge trochus shell (a marine snail) with a built-in 'lid' and incredibly tender meat,

You won’t always see the ripple you made, but it’s out there. A moment of kindness, a glance of hope, a word that stayed. Someone is still breathing easier because of something you forgot you did. Impact isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Invisible. Lasting. When purpose feels blurry and wins feel distant, remember this: your presence mattered more than you know. #coralsantoro

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