Back In The Water

I haven’t surfed since returning from Costa Rica in December. Excuses: I had a home remodeling project (pics coming) and work ramped up beyond normal.

But Jasmine was in town and was only staying Saturday if I committed to surfing. Then Friday I got a call from Sara who also wanted to surf. I met Sara last year in New York when visiting Wendy and Gordon.

At Pizza Port, Friday night, Sara, Trevor (Sara’s brother), and I made plans to surf Pipes Saturday with Jasmine. Elizabeth (Trevor and Sara’s mom) joined us at Pizza Port for a salad and pizza. Good conversation, good times.

Saturday morning we met at Pipes. I had stuffed 3 boards in my car. Waves were 3-4 feet and the water was glassy. Great conditions! Sara was coming off a broken foot so she struggled beyond what a newbie normally does. Trevor caught a few and impressed with his shortboard speed. A dolphin pod was traveling south, so Trevor, Sara, and I paddled out see get a close-up. This was a new experience for Sara, and she was thrilled as dolphins looked up to see her and swim around her. This alone is worth getting in the water.

After a fulfilling session, we stopped at Pipes café for a nosh. W-a-y too much food as usual. Trevor and Sara took off to continue their family visit afterward.

Sara and me at Pipes Cafe

Then Jasmine and I walked to see the Cardiff Kook then the water. The kook was in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. The water was still looking great, making Jasmine want to dry off her suit ASAP and get back out there.

Cardiff Kook as Cupid

A great day to get back in the water.