So we had a really nice day here! We were up at 5:45 to the sound of a rooster crowing near by. (also, our internal clocks were going off!) So we all dressed and headed out at about 7 over to the swap meet at the Aloha Stadium. We found some fun things and some surprises for the boys, and then headed into Waikiki. We walked the beach a bit and enjoyed the beautiful scenery, and decided we'd definitely be back to swim (Gordon and I) but we had snorkeling plans already so that will be another day. We ate at Dukes on the beach and had such a nice time.
After this, we headed up to Sharks Cove for some snorkeling! I was really hoping I'd be able to do this, and really wanted to enjoy this because everyone else thinks it's so fun, but I had a panic attack the last two times I tried this. (the only 2 times I've ever had a panic attack!!!) So, we get out there, I've got my gear on, and I stick my nose under just to peek and see some fishies, and they look pretty tame. So I try that a few times, and then get in a little bit (maybe 6 inches) deeper, and peek my nose in and HELLO HUGE SEA TURTLE!!! He kept swimming really close to me and I made all kinds of squealing noises and I just wasn't sure I wanted to swim next to him, but I was enjoying him from above the water. He was very cute. He kept coming really close so that held me out of the water for a while. (I'm sure at this point Gordon was thinking I was not going to make it in) But, Mr. Turtle moved on and I managed to get all the way in. I clung like glue to Gordon and realized I was in the fetal position for about 5 minutes, and he kept trying to get me to loosen my grip, and eventually it happened. Actually, eventually, after about 10 minutes, I was out there diving and looking for cute fishies with the best of them! I loved it! I really really enjoyed it and can't wait to go again, so that is a huge milestone for me! I'm still not sure I want to swim with Mr. Turtle, but he did have a cute face!
So after about an hour, Gordon came swimming up to me and held up his left hand and something was missing. Dang it, the wedding ring is gone to sharks cove, soon to be either discovered by another snorkeler or eaten by a big fish, or used as a little home for a snail or something. That was kind of sad, because we just looked at each other and knew there was no way we would ever find it, we had been all over the cove. We looked for good measure for about 15 minutes before deeming it hopeless. So that is kind of sad, but at least we were having a wonderful time together when it happened. I foresee a new ring in our very near future. (probably after we get back from Hawaii.)
Tonight we ate at a shrimp shack (I don't know why people want to eat there - I just observed!) and then went for shaved ice with ice cream in the bottom tonight, it was very fun! Ready for beddy. . .
3 comments:
I am glad I'm not the only one that has panic attacks like that. I did that when we went snorkeling in Hanauma Bay in HI. I tried but was terrified the whole time. I still don't think I could do it. . especially if I needed to enjoy myself. Congratulations on overcoming that - you're a 'bigger' person than I!!
So now Gordon joins the "Lost Ring" Club along with my dad. He lost his by leaving it in the bototm of his golf bag. Maybe you'll find a super replacement while you are gone! I love all the updates and am VERY jealous!!!
Two comments here:
First, probably appropriate to resurrect the Parable of the Retainer.
Second, turtles are some of my favorites. I dove on a turtle cleaning station two years ago when we were in Kauai. Much fun. They're kind of wacky like the dudes they characterized in Nemo. I followed one back to the anchor chain. I missed it, but the turtle ran right into it.
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