Island Hopping

Having heard my students speak of island hopping I’d been filled with a bit of curiousity. Yesterday I had the pleasure of going with some friends, Chris, Randi, Flo, Frances, Tom, Raul, Joy, Allesia, and Savanna. What a trip!

We arrived at the pier and departed shortly afterwards. Our 3 man crew of seasoned Filipinos eargerly and attentively attended to our needs. The scenic tour included a couple of stops which allowed us to stop and swim. Man oh man was the water salty. I can’t recall a time when I’d swam in salt water so it was a pleasant surprise. The water was quite comfortable but rather salty.

As the day passed the tide became more pronounced and it was easy enough to float and be carried rather than exert immense energy swimming. After several stops we returned to the pier then had coffee at a neighboring resort. Pleasant company and fellowship were the day’s theme.

Today, Monday, May 6, 2019, I am grateful that:

I had the chance to spend time and make new friends. It was great seeing the enthusiasm of Ally and Savanna. Hell watching Randy and Frances board the boat was quite entertaining as well.

I got a chance to swim in the ocean. I still can’t recall having that experience. I know I didn’t in Galveston or in Rio as I was quite fearful of riptides.

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