There of course were many in Florida waters when I lived in the state, but they reside farther north as well.
Four years ago, my daughter's husband's stepfather died, and his wish was for creamation, with the ashes scattered down on the South Carolina coast near Beaufort. He had often gone to that spot to fish.
His widow and family and friends made the trip there, and walked to the end of the pier.
Trying valiantly to keep her composure, Jan held the vessel and was about to let the ashes go, when up from the water rose seven dolphins to receive them!!
It was a beautiful comfort to her to imagine them *angels* dispatched for the occasion.
Oh, Lady, I always love your stories. Even if I don't comment on them, I read them and enjoy them. You are a a great storyteller.