Kayaking
Have you ever NOT done something because no one else could join you?
I love new experiences. And I love sharing new experiences with others. Today, I wanted to go kayaking in Lake Michigan. I've kayaked a fair amount before, but not in Lake Michigan. Plus, it was a gorgeous day and I just wanted a buddy to do this fun thing with. No one was available to join me.
As an only child, adventuring alone isn't a big deal and I often enjoy it. A good solo hike will clear my head or laying low on a weekend night rejuvenates me the next day. But I'd had a tough morning and wanted good company for the afternoon. I decided to go anyway. It was an empowering choice, but also a little scary. There was no physical fear. The fear of being alone with my thoughts on something so pensive as the water was what I wanted to avoid. You know that fear.
My friend Elaine ended up being available. We had a fantastic time cruising North Ave and Fullerton beaches in the tandum (my first time not kayaking in a single). Kayaking in Lake Michigan is not scary. The key was, I was willing to do it alone when feared my thoughts. Small thing, but meaningful.
Scary thing I did today: Decided to go kayaking alone.
Awesome thing I did: Went kayaking....with a great friend strong enough for the job. Thanks, Elaine! We rocked the tandum.
What's yours?
If you want to kayak, too, check out http://www.kayakchicago.com/locations/north-avenue-beach/
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