I was walking along the beach in Fort Clinch State Park FL when I saw this large, beautiful (to me, anyway) horseshoe crab…
I saw this crab on his back, tail straight in the air and assumed he was dead…. people were walking all around him – no doubt avoiding him out of revulsion, fear, or apathy – I was afraid he was dead but was pleasantly surprised to see he was ok. I turned him over and watched him make his way to the water and swim off. I know it is a small, insignificant thing the the grand scheme of life – but saving his life made me feel so good inside…
captivatingbitter 
I haven’t seen a horseshoe crab since I was a child living in NY. Personally, I always loved them but I know plenty of people who would turn them over thinking they’ll just die. Usually they can right themselves with their tails though but you did the kind thing by helping another living creature. More people need to do such things.
yeah… he was struggling and trying so hard to turn over… I hate seeing a living creature suffer… kindness is never truly wasted.
Nice to see people that care about critters. For all of the years I have known you….I saw this in you. A very kind person.
Thank you so much! I am endlessly fascinated and humbled by God’s creations … Give me a beautiful day spent out side any day over the hustle & bustle of town/city life…
I would love to see some! I love nature photos!!
I am Captivating Bitter on Facebook… you can send them to me there. 🙂