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No, three firsts!

I should have added in my last post that I did something new that day too. Tuesday morning I took the girls from church kayaking. It was really fun! I am often a little nervous about water activities and I had even considered not going along for the trip. I am really glad that I gave it a try. We went in 2 and 3 person kayaks. One of the other women who came on the trip promised that she would go in my kayak with me and make sure I didn't drown. Once I got a feel for the balance of the kayak on the water I felt calm and had a great time. We paddled around Puget Sound near Deception Pass for about an hour and then we were done. I want to go back with Ken and Dylan. Caitlin is too young but we can take Dylan in a 3 person kayak and I know that he would love it! I wish I had a photo to show you but I forgot my camera- maybe someone else on the trip has a good one for me!
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Julie said…
That really does sound fun-- and just think, it is practically impossible to break your jaw while drowning, unlike ice-blocking... LOL! :D
August 24, 2008 at 11:55 AM
myrna said…
That does sound fun -- especially for someone else! I'm sure I'd be the one drowning! If a boat could capsize, I'd be certain to find the way to do it ;)
August 24, 2008 at 6:15 PM
Sandy said…
I have always wanted to kayak...I'll have to add it to the list now that you have tried it out and survived! I'm off to Justin's wedding this week - my hot summer experience is about to begin!!!
August 25, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Faith said…
I love kayaking. A boyfriend in high school lived on the sound and had kayaks and we would go out in them.
August 26, 2008 at 12:16 PM
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