“I’m Hot…I’m Tired…Don’t Bother Me”

The weather is really starting to heat up here along the South Carolina coast and even the animals are beginning to feel it. This young alligator in the marsh pond yesterday dozed off right in the middle of swimming, so even the water is already too warm! He had been gliding along sort of hunting for food, but then suddenly just quit and shut it off. It’s like the poor little guy’s batteries just wore down. Plus he had that look that I took to mean everybody is better off just leaving him alone…

44 thoughts on ““I’m Hot…I’m Tired…Don’t Bother Me””

The Dancing Rider on July 16, 2013 at 4:33 pm said:

Oh my, He really did just quit! His little eyes just say “done”. He reminds me of how squirrels go completely “flat” when they rest. The poor guy is about as flat as he can get there in the water.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 16, 2013 at 4:46 pm said:
  
  He really did go ‘squirrel flat’. 😆 I often see these guys get relaxed but never saw a youngster just totally wear down right in front of me like that. 🙂
  
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Cowboys and Crossbones on July 16, 2013 at 4:39 pm said:

He looks so relaxed…like he’s laying on a floatie in the marsh pond, wishing he had an ice cold beer. Poor thing!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 16, 2013 at 4:45 pm said:
  
  No no, you just confused him with me. 😛 😀
  
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  - Cowboys and Crossbones on July 16, 2013 at 5:12 pm said:
    
    HA! Thanks for the laugh!
    
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    - Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:42 am said:
      
      😀
      
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janmasyn on July 16, 2013 at 4:45 pm said:

Beautiful shot Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 16, 2013 at 4:47 pm said:
  
  Thank you Jan I appreciate you looking and commenting.
  
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pixelspielerei on July 16, 2013 at 4:59 pm said:

I’m sure he knows what he wants. And if he wants peace, then I would rather not disturb him! 😛

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- Phil Lanoue on July 16, 2013 at 5:00 pm said:
  
  You are smart and that is the correct decision! 😀
  
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Steve Gingold on July 16, 2013 at 8:05 pm said:

It must be nice to be able to just float around without much of a care and catch a few zzzz’s when the urge strikes. With the heat we are experiencing it is pretty tempting during my work day to just nod off…lucky fella. And a very nice image too, Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:45 am said:
  
  He has the right idea Steve… in between naps float around in the water trying to stay as cool as possible and only occasionally making a halfhearted grab for a fish.
  Thanks very much for checking out this photo and glad you like it.
  
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Garden Walk Garden Talk on July 16, 2013 at 10:20 pm said:

I know how he feels. It was 96° today and so humid it was hard to breathe. I cannot imagine the SC weather. At least he took a rest. We need the rain to cool us down, wet the earth and relieve the humidity.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:47 am said:
  
  Our only problem with the occasional rain we may get is that rather then cooling things down, it often only raises the humidity. 😦 Actually though we have been very fortunate up until recently, it has not been near as hot as other summers. But this little gator kind of went into puppy mode and reached the point where he had it, no more activity, I’m done. 🙂
  
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Gunta on July 17, 2013 at 12:19 am said:

Oh, I can SO relate to that feeling…. 😉

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:47 am said:
  
  I think a lot of us can for sure. 🙂
  
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roughseasinthemed on July 17, 2013 at 2:50 am said:

Amazing being able to snooze and float at the same time. Clever boy. He actually looks quite well camouflaged too. Although we can see him, his colours blend in so well with the water, the plants, and the reflection of the sun.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:49 am said:
  
  At least somebody out there knows what they are doing. He does a snooze and float while I do a bake and burn.
  Yes he sure blends in well in that environment. He is currently residing in an area we affectionately call “Baby Cove”.
  
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Andrew on July 17, 2013 at 3:13 am said:

When whales do this its called logging. It seems appropriate for alligators too.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:50 am said:
  
  It was funny to see this guy go immediately from hunter to dozer, but he has the right idea.
  
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adinparadise on July 17, 2013 at 3:46 am said:

I wouldn’t dream of disturbing him, Phil. Great photo and title. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:51 am said:
  
  We decided to let him alone to relax away his morning which I think was a good idea.
  Thanks Sylvia I’m happy you enjoyed this!
  
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niasunset on July 17, 2013 at 5:03 am said:

I wouldn’t think to disturb him too, 🙂 dear Phil, amazing photograph, Thanks and Love, nia

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:51 am said:
  
  Thank you very much Nia, I’m very happy you liked this alligator photo!
  
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Chillbrook on July 17, 2013 at 6:51 am said:

I think I’d listen and leave him be.. 😉 Smashing photo Phil. I can just imagine that heat!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 9:53 am said:
  
  Yes we figured it was wise to just let him sleep and get through the warm day as best he can. But he doe shave the right idea for sure.
  Thanks very much Adrian glad you enjoyed this!
  
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thehappyhugger on July 17, 2013 at 10:30 am said:

Maybe he took a “chill pill.” 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 11:42 am said:
  
  Maybe he did cause it hit him fast! 🙂
  
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Pride in Photos Photography on July 17, 2013 at 10:32 am said:

Well I can’t say I blame him….when the heat gets too much here…I am in the same mood☺

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 11:43 am said:
  
  You and me both! Except I can head back into the AC, this little guy and all his friends are stuck having to deal with it. 🙂
  
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edithlevyphotography on July 17, 2013 at 11:09 am said:

Nice place to be though in this heat 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 11:43 am said:
  
  It sure could be worse couldn’t it Edith? 🙂
  
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HansHB on July 17, 2013 at 11:37 am said:

Nice photo!
Does he want it cooler?
Come to my place!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 17, 2013 at 11:45 am said:
  
  I know, you folks have the cool weather now while we bake and broil! I’ll talk to him but I know the reptiles usually choose sun and warm temps given the options. 🙂
  Thanks Hans!
  
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monisertel on July 17, 2013 at 12:54 pm said:

Hi Phil,
what a wonderful relaxed picture!
Have a nice day,
moni

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- Phil Lanoue on July 18, 2013 at 12:42 pm said:
  
  Thanks moni I am happy you liked it!
  
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David on July 17, 2013 at 1:46 pm said:

I had a similar feeling yesterday. Almost fell asleep through the most boring web video conference. At least this young gator lad was able to have his nap. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on July 18, 2013 at 12:43 pm said:
  
  I have never been a very good napper. This youngster on the other hand fell asleep right in the middle of swimming.
  Good for him!
  Thanks for looking and commenting David!
  The BIG boys were out last night! 😯
  
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TheForagingPhotographer on July 17, 2013 at 7:14 pm said:

I know EXACTLY how he feels Phil!

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- Phil Lanoue on July 18, 2013 at 12:43 pm said:
  
  You and me both Lucy! 🙂
  
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Bella Remy Photography on July 18, 2013 at 5:53 pm said:

That is so funny ! The title is exactly how I felt a few days ago when it was 90+ here in Maine with no AC.

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- Phil Lanoue on July 25, 2013 at 12:59 pm said:
  
  Oooo that sounds rough. A hot day in Maine is still a hot day and AC a definite requirement. 🙂
  
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Scott Marshall on July 24, 2013 at 5:43 pm said:

who would

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- Phil Lanoue on July 25, 2013 at 12:59 pm said:
  
  Not me that’s for sure.
  
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