Gifts for Dolphin Lovers
Dolphins have been part of human culture for centuries. Dolphins appear in pottery from the Minoan culture over 4,000 years ago. They are common in Greek mythology and on ancient coins. Fishing legends say dolphins in the boat wake means a smooth voyage ahead. Weathered statuary and public fountains often show playful dolphins cast in bronze. In recent years, designers and artists have taken the grace and play of these public images to create personal gifts such as dolphin vases, necklaces and statues. Museum gift shops offer replicas of ancient Minoan and Greek artworks for modern dolphin lovers.- Dolphins are a link between people and the sea. Their intelligence and friendly behavior make them ambassadors for sea life. For dolphin aficionados, the dolphins represent harmony of ocean, land and air. A sculpture of a dolphin riding sea waves or a painting of dolphins leaping in moonlit skies is a gift of the dolphin spirit. Dolphin lovers often enjoy wearable gifts like dolphin jewelry, scarves and neckties. It helps them identify kindred spirits. The gift of a dolphin paperweight or cardholder is a workday reminder of dolphin tranquility and freedom. Dolphin lovers like gifts that remind them of the wildness of the sea, whether as note cards or ocean scenes, which reflect the dolphin's nature.
Dolphin gifts range from whimsical jewelry to ornate sculpture. They are in every imaginable form and can dovetail with another hobby or interest. Puzzlers enjoy dolphin jigsaw puzzles. Small dolphin fountains or statues fit into a courtyard or entry. Children delight in sleeping with dolphins as toys, sheets and blankets. Students decorate dorm rooms with posters of dolphins leaping through surreal landscapes. Pet lovers share their stuffed gift dolphins with dogs and cats.- Think about the attitude of the dolphin lover. Some look forward to seeing dolphins interact with people. They enjoy tickets to dolphin-theme parks. Their ideal trip would be swimming with dolphins at a tropical paradise or retreat. Other people are offended at dolphins in sanctuaries and dolphinariums. They are opposed to personal interaction between dolphins and people. A wild dolphin calendar or donation to an ocean ecology cause might be more suitable.
Select a gift with life-enhancing benefits. Choose a CD with dolphin sounds for meditation and relaxation. Search for a dolphin-shaped massager to ease tired muscles. Buy a dolphin-theme T-shirt or exercise towel to encourage working out with playful dolphin spirit. Buy a dolphin gift from organizations or stores that donate to dolphin or marine mammal research or rescue. A dolphin gift carries on the dolphin and human bond. It benefits both dolphins and the people that love them.
