I miss the ocean now and again since moving to TX from CA. However, since I've been been here for two years now, I've actually lost my desire to move back to CA -- the boat made all the difference. I enjoy getting back to see friends and family, but with getting up at the bum-crack of dawn to catch a few uncrowded waves, last time I was home in CA I actually missed my boat while I was fighting for my piece of the point. I do have to say there is nothing quite like dropping in to a nice head high + wave -- the adrenaline rush is amazing! All in all, it is just about fun. I had "step into liquid" on the tube for some background noise while doing projects around the house this weekend -- one of Laird Hamilton's buddies summed it up nicely - "Whether 20ft or 2ft, its all about putting a smile on your face."
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