Active

As a young child I was not always that active. I was ill a good part of the time and used to sit and read. I still enjoy reading and I am grateful for this gift in life. I don’t know what I would do without having reading material around me at all times.

The memories I have of running around on summer nights with other children include the sound of me wheezing, not that fun. My sister took to all sports like a duck to water and was praised for that. Though in her lifetime she could have used more time studying and learning more, she is still very active and keeps to a strict routine of exercise.

My father played sports and was very active in little league football and softball teams. I dare say he must have emotionally scared quite a few kids while he was coach. He was nice kind, and if I had lived with him I would have been forced to join some sports team. I don’t know if I would have liked that, I have never enjoyed baseball or soccer.

As I got older I asked to take ballet lessons which I really enjoyed. I took a class again a few years ago. Alas I was so out of shape it was not enjoyable. To get back to that class I have taken Pilates and now belly dancing and surfing, yes I have a lot to lose.

The activities I have taken have been things that I find interesting and fun. If I didn’t chose things like this, I would not stick with it. It took me a long time to get back to surfing and I am so glad that I did.

One of the things I did do well as a child, swimming. I have always loved the water and even thought I almost drown when I was learning to swim that never held me back from keeping with it. My favorite memories of growing up include long days at the pool or beach. I always had something to read as well, that way I could relax with a good book after swimming. Something I still do. I have to bring something to read with me for after surfing. That is the best, resting in the sand with a good book.

As I get older and health concerns come up, being active will be more important. It always is and I am glad I have been more active these last few years. One thing I can count on is that; come what may I will get back on my board and surf again. The ocean is still there for me to use.