Today was a good day. The water was calm like a transparent sheet. The only ripples made were from seabirds coming to a smooth landing, or taking off in flight to meet up with friends along the bay. Kris, Sam and I went on a little boating adventure to look for full crab traps. No crabs were to be found today, but there were numerous moments I was astounded by. Like the layers of green bull kelp glistening on the water's surface as we cruised between two small islets. The great bald eagle perched on a tree top, intently staring down at us, waiting until we pass to exhibit its massive wingspan and glide away into the distance. The young deer, creeping about the underbrush on one of the smaller islands, skillfully arriving there through a cold journey through the brisk waters of the inlet. I kept thinking to myself.."Why is it always the days that I forget my ultrazoom camera that I feel I see things like this and need it most?"
Then I realized this often happens to me as a reminder to live in the moment. To take these scenes and visions and lock them away in my mind's memory. They will forever be more valuable than a pretty picture. They can serve as a basis for reflection, sharing and stories. And what grande stories my experiences have been forming!
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