Sunday, June 14, 2009

morning sojourn

Although I didn't go to sleep until 1am, was woken up by G at 3am, and again for good at 5:45am, I loaded up my car at 8am with all of my surf stuff and headed to the beach. I promised myself on Wednesday that this Saturday morning I was going to wake up, feed G and go to the beach alone and have some girl time.
I had only been out surfing once since G was born. That's one time in 2 years (including pregnancy)! I was a little nervous in the cold salty early morning air, but guess what?
I had so much fun!
I stayed in the water for 2 hours straight, and it cleansed me of stress and connected me to myself and nature.
I came home a new woman. A better mom and a happy wife.
Yay! :)
(I always like to try and put a photo with my posts if I can. I found this photo from a couple of years ago of me and Dylan waxing my board. I can't wait till we all go as a family!
But for now I will treasure these solo trips :) )
Wishing you all some time alone to connect with yourself
and whatever brings you happiness.

Sometimes just a little adventure, or change in your everyday routine can make you feel more alive.
Happy Sunday! D and I are off to the beach!

12 comments:

Teresa said...

Good for you! Love the photo also.

elk said...

you amaze me ~surfing sounds like a very special time for you...magic moments are important!

Kamana said...

sounds great! good for you!

Barefoot from Heaven said...

Hey you surfing Mom. Great to hear you had such a wonderful time. Yea let the sea rinse off all the stress, go more often and enjoy.
Big forrest hugs from me to you.
Send me over some beach please.

Wildflower Studio (Michelle Dransart) said...

I had so much fun that I took Dylan and we spent the whole day at the beach again the next day! I got to surf twice in one day until my arms were like noodles. We happened to run into some friends and family while we were there so I was able to play in the waves while he played on the beach. It was great! :)

georgia b. said...

you take some lovely photos. i've enjoyed scrolling through your blog.

-georgia
www.itsjusthowiseethings.blogspot.com

georgia b. said...

right back at ya!
;-)

kendalee said...

This made me smile, hugely! Alone time, doing something that expands your heart is so important. And for a girl who loves the sea, I'd say essential... Good on you for carving out that time for yourself! Arms like noodles is a good way to end a day :)

Sandy K. said...

You did a wonderful thing for yourself, and your family. It's so important to spend time with yourself, doing something you enjoy doing. Well done! And yes, family surf trips are coming, I would guess:).

Lisa Lectura Creations said...

Hi Shell! Sounds like you had some much deserving time! I really enjoyed visiting your lovely blog! You take beautiful photographs! Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful week!

Hugs,
Lisa :)

Beverly Ash Gilbert said...

What a day to cherish! Alone time is fleeting when they are so young - good for you to make it happen. And what a wonderful experience to share with your kids as they grow older, sand, surf, ocean, exhilarating sport with the whole family... can't get much better!

Cales said...

I want to be at the beach! :) I'm a total beach bum, so you can imagine my jealousy. For now, I will have to settle with 50 degree weather in June.

I'm so glad that you were able to get some alone time.