This week-end was the first that Daland and I have had on our own in Hawaii. We decided that we would try to have a little fun since everything up until this point has been nothing but business and work. So yesterday (Saturday) we got up, had breakfast, watched a little TV and then headed out to one of the many local surf shops to see if we could rent a couple of leashes for the boards my boss has. We were able to rent the leashes, took the boards down to the beach and paddled out for the first time.
Let me just say up front: surfing is NOT EASY and requires a high level of fitness- not only cardio fitness, but upper body strength as well. Let's just say, I'm not quite as fit as I would like to be. Daland was a natural. When he paddled, he glided smoothly over the water making headway with every stroke. Me on the other hand... I felt like a flailing fish out of water fighting with every movement. And that's just paddling out to get where the waves are breaking! Not to mention needing enough power and strength to actually catch the wave in hopes of standing up on the board. Regardless if I was only able to catch one wave that day, it was still a ton of fun and a great work-out. So, I am now determined to make surfing a regular part of my life and get GOOD at it. AND it's a lot cheaper than diving (although I plan to do some of that out here as well once we have a little bit more play $$). Unfortunately, the backs of my legs got completely sunburnt, and while we were planning on going back out today, my skin said otherwise. Really should've thought to put sunscreen on the backs of my legs. Next time.
After getting pretty beat up by the ocean, we decided we would hit up happy hour at the "Rum Fire" bar at the Shearton Waikiki. With $5 Mai Tai's and $3 Blue Moons, we were set! Not to mention the view... can't really beat it....
Today (Sunday) we basically just relaxed and took it easy for the most part, planning out are week and making the necessary decision to begin a new exercise regime together. The plan is to get up early (before work, OMG) and let Daland do whatever he wants with me. Eek!!! Well, we'll see how it goes. But for now, we're just kicking back on the couch watching the MTV music video awards (which is hugely delayed, but oh well!)
Until next time! Aloha!
Chelsey
Chelsey
Watching you from afar .... glad things are going so well. The "two of you" will be fine. It's ok and normal to miss the main land .... shows you are human !!! We miss you both. Surf work outs sound like fun. I am lucky to do 3 laps in the pool !!! Saw your mom and dad over the week end. Your dad has almost rebuilt the whole camper. It is looking pretty spiffy. We camp next week end 9-24 can't wait. We are going to rent Kayaks ... if we have a fuzzy navel before we go ... we won't care about the technique !!! It'll be fun. Stand by for pictures. PS: Roxy has a new toy courtesy of your mom. Love, The water people :>)
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