About Us
Mermom and Me
Lisa Marina Taylor is a licensed boat captain and certified scuba instructor. She has spent over 40 years cruising and scuba diving some of the world’s most beautiful oceans and is an avid contributor and volunteer for ocean and coral reef conservation.
Lisa started scuba diving and boating with her mother when she was very young. She continued the journey with her 2 children while cruising and homeschooling on their boat in the Bahamas. She ignited her children’s love of the ocean by teaching them to snorkel at age 4 and scuba dive at ages 8 and 10. Her dream with this book is to inspire families to share the Joy of exploring our beautiful oceans together.
Ocean and Reef conservation
You know, the ocean is like a big, beautiful home for many amazing creatures. It’s like an underwater city where fish, turtles, dolphins, and even colorful corals live. But just like we take care of our own homes, we need to take care of the ocean too.
But that’s not all! The ocean and its reefs also help us in many ways. They give us oxygen to breathe, just like trees on land. They also provide us with delicious seafood to eat and beautiful places to explore, like colorful coral reefs. We can even find important medicines in the ocean that help us stay healthy.
Unfortunately, the ocean and its reefs are facing some problems. Pollution, climate change, and overfishing are harming them. That’s why it’s so important for us to do our part in conserving them. We can help by picking up trash on the beach, using less plastic, and being kind to the creatures that live in the ocean.
By taking care of the ocean and its reefs, we can make sure that future generations, like you and your friends, can continue to enjoy the wonders of the sea. So let’s be superheroes for the ocean and protect it for all the creatures and for ourselves too!
Meet Our Friends
Blue Tang
Blue tangs have a funny shape. They are kind of like a flat, oval shape with a pointy tail. They have a small mouth and big eyes that help them see underwater. They also have tiny scales all over their body, which makes them look shiny and beautiful.
Blue tangs are really good swimmers. They use their fins, which are like little wings, to glide through the water. They can swim really fast and move in any direction they want.
These fish like to live in coral reefs, which are like underwater cities for all kinds of sea creatures. Blue tangs are very social and like to live in groups, called schools. They swim together and play games with each other.
Sometimes, blue tangs can be a little bit shy and hide among the coral. But if you're lucky, you might spot one swimming gracefully in the water, showing off its beautiful blue color.
I hope you enjoyed learning about blue tangs, they are really fascinating creatures!
Clown Fish
Clownfish are really small and they have a round body, just like a little ball. They come in bright colors like orange, yellow, and sometimes even white! But what makes them really special is their stripes. They have these cool stripes and spots on their body that make them look like they're wearing a fancy costume all the time.
Now, the most fun thing about clownfish is that they love to live in sea anemones. Sea what? Well, sea anemones are like squishy plants that live underwater. They have long, wavy tentacles that look like hair. And guess what? Clownfish and sea anemones are best friends!
The clownfish and the sea anemone help each other. The clownfish hides and plays among the tentacles of the sea anemone, and the sea anemone protects the clownfish from its enemies. Isn't that amazing? They're like the best buddies in the ocean!
Clownfish also have a very special ability. They can change their gender! Yes, that's right. If something happens to the dominant female clownfish, the largest male clownfish will transform into a female and become the new leader of the group. It's like a magical transformation!
Clownfish eat things like small shrimp and algae, which are like tiny plants in the water. They have a little mouth that sucks up their food, just like a vacuum cleaner!
So, if you ever see a clownfish, remember their vibrant colors, their special friendship with sea anemones, and their ability to change gender. They're like little underwater clowns that bring so much joy to the ocean!
Flamingo Tounge shell
Puffer Fish
Hey there! So, imagine a puffer fish as a really cute and funny-looking fish with a superpower. This fish can puff up like a balloon when it feels scared or threatened. It blows itself up by swallowing a lot of water, and it becomes round and spiky. It's like wearing a super fluffy and spiky jacket!
The puffer fish has all these tiny spines all over its body, kind of like tiny needles. These spines make it look like a little porcupine swimming in the water. And you know what's even more fun? Some pufferfish have different colors and patterns on their bodies, like they're wearing fancy clothes.
Now, here's the most important thing to know about puffer fish: they have this special way to protect themselves from predators. When they puff up, they becomereally big and spiky, making it hard for other fish or animals to eat them. It's like they turn into a big balloon that no one can pop!
But here's the cool part: puffer fish are not mean or aggressive. They're quite shy and gentle. They only puff up when they feel scared or threatened. It's their way of saying, "Hey, leave me alone, I'm not tasty!
So, next time you see a puffer fish, remember that they're like little underwater balloons with spikes. They're just trying to stay safe and be themselves. Pretty cool, huh?
Star Fish
Starfish have a lot of arms, just like a star has points. They can have anywhere from 5 to 40 arms! Isn't that cool? These arms are not like our arms, they're more like long, wiggly legs. Starfish use their arms to walk around on the ocean floor.
Now, here's something really amazing about starfish. If they lose one of their arms, they can actually grow it back! It's like magic! They have the power to regenerate their arms if they get hurt or if they need to protect themselves.
Starfish also come in different colors. Some are orange, some are purple, and some even have patterns on their bodies. They're like little works of art! And guess what? They can change their colors too! They do this to blend in with their surroundings and hide from predators.
Starfish eat all sorts of things. Some like to munch on small fish and shrimp, while others prefer to eat tiny plants and algae. They have a special mouth in the middle of their body that they use to eat their food.
So, that's the story of Starfish. They're amazing creatures that live in the ocean, have lots of arms, can grow them back, change colors, and eat yummy food. I hope you enjoyed learning about them!
Sting ray
Now, the most special thing about a stingray is its tail. It has a little stinger at the end of its tail that it uses for protection. If it feels scared or threatened, it can sting with its tail. But don't worry, because stingrays are usually very gentle and they only sting when they really need to defend themselves.
Stingrays also have these awesome wings called "fins" that they use to swim gracefully through the water. They can glide and float, just like a bird in the sky! They even have eyes on the top of their body, so they can see what's happening above them while they're swimming.
Stingrays like to live in warm, tropical waters, and they eat things like small fish, shrimps, and even crabs. They use their flat mouths to suck up their food from the ocean floor.
So, next time you see a stingray, remember how cool and unique they are with their flat bodies, long tails, and stingers! But always remember to admire them from a safe distance and let them enjoy their ocean home.
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Family Treasures
Family Treasures are like special gifts and advantages that are passed down from one generation to the next. It’s like receiving something really good from your parents, grandparents, and other ancestors that can benefit you and your family.
Imagine if your grandparents had a lot of knowledge and skills that they passed down to your parents. Your parents then shared that knowledge and skills with you. This means you have the advantage of learning from their experiences and wisdom. It’s like having a head start in life because you have access to their valuable knowledge.
Family Treasures can also include things like financial stability, good health habits, strong family values, and a supportive community. These are all things that your family has worked hard to achieve and that they want to pass down to you, so you can have a better life.
Just like your parents want the best for you, your grandparents and ancestors also wanted the best for your family. They worked hard and made sacrifices so that future generations, like you, could have a better life. Generational blessings are a way of honoring and continuing the good things that they have left behind.
It’s important to be grateful for these blessings and use them in a positive way. You can continue to learn from your family’s wisdom, work hard, and make the most of the opportunities that come your way. And one day, when you have your own family, you can pass down your own generational blessings to the next generation.
Remember, you are part of a long line of amazing people who have worked hard and made a difference. Embrace your generational blessings and make the most of them. You have the power to create a bright future for yourself and those who come after you.
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