This blog post initially appeared July 21 ,2019 on https://cozyupwithkathy.blogspot.com

When my husband and I moved to a condo on Monterey Bay several years ago, we knew it would take time to meet the neighbors. We had no idea we’d have so much fun doing so.

Some of the area’s most famous celebrities were easy to identify: Gray Whales, the magnificent Blue Whales, Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, and Pacific White-Sided Dolphins. With the exception of the Blue Whales who were only occasional visitors, we saw the others daily on our walks.

But many were flighty, elusive, and difficult to get to know though they lived within steps of our front door. We were patient, letting them set the pace. Now, after living here full time through all the seasons, we know many of them well. We look forward to their arrival and sorrow when they move on.

Here are a few of our new best friends: (all photos by Mary Feliz)