
I remember a trip to the beach almost 30 years ago. Michael and I spent a day at the Delaware National Seashore. I liked going out beyond the breaking surf and just floating in the swells as they passed by on their way to the shoreline. Michael liked to body surf. He’d catch a wave just right and ride it all the way in, just like all the kids were doing.
I grew up on the beaches of Cape Cod. I took all the requisite swimming lessons. I’m comfortable in the water and a confident swimmer. But, the waves on this part of the eastern seaboard were new to me. Bigger and stronger. Michael looked like he was having a blast and I decided to try it.
What happened next is still clear in my mind. I started swimming along with a swell and could feel it building. I quickly became aware of the power of this wave and for a split second questioned my decision. Suddenly I was being tossed and tumbled underwater. My face smacked into the sandy bottom and I lost my orientation to up. I panicked for a moment, got smashed into the bottom again, and then before I knew it I was heaped on the shoreline with a swimsuit full of sand. What the hell just happened?
That’s what the last six months have felt like.
It’s already Labor Day and I feel like that day at the beach – tossed around, a little bruised, a little disoriented, wondering “what the hell just happened?” You?
I remind myself; you can’t stop the waves but you can learn to surf.
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You have no idea how much I needed to hear this today. Thank you again for all that you do.
You’re welcome, Jennifer. Keep surfing! p.s. You are missed 🙂
Hi Louise,
So nice to hear from you again! As usual, you captured the feeling, and I fear it’s still a long way to the shore,
Lisa
Hi Lisa, thanks for touching base. I miss seeing you – the day will come when we’ll cross paths in the studio. Until then, keep showing up online and stay strong!