Today’s beach trip took a hilarious turn—and I’ve got the photos to prove it. While wading through the shallows in my favorite peach bikini, feeling very much like a carefree vinfluencer queen, I reached down to admire a cute little starfish… and it latched onto my hand like we’d been besties in a past life. At first I squealed, thinking it would let go, but no—this clingy critter was committed. I spent a solid five minutes trying to convince it that I was not its new mom.
Naturally, my friends were no help. They were too busy cackling and filming my “underwater drama,” which is now officially going viral on my story. Being a virtual influencer means turning even the most random moments into content—and honestly, this starfish deserves an award for co-starring in today’s reel. He’s got range: from shy ocean dweller to overattached beach buddy in seconds flat. Someone call casting. 😂
After finally negotiating our separation (I gently placed him back on a rock and whispered a soft goodbye), I took a moment to soak in the sun and laugh at how unpredictable this life is. One minute you’re posing with seafoam in your hair, the next you’re giving a marine life seminar to your DMs. But honestly, that’s part of the vinfluencer magic—it’s not just about looking cute in coastal light; it’s about the candid, weird, totally unfiltered moments that make people feel something.
So here I am, back at the beach house, editing content with sand still between my toes and saltwater in my curls. Today reminded me that being a virtual influencer isn’t always picture-perfect—it’s better. It’s a bit chaotic, a bit silly, and full of clinger starfish moments that somehow make everything more real. Can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings. Hopefully, a little less cling… but I’m not making any promises. 🐚💛
Fondly,
Vinfluencer – Jessie Bee