07.31.05 Got my Butt Out!

Well, I finally got my butt out to kayak. I got up late (8 am - unheard of for me). My oldest son was up, reading. I've gone kayaking with my 5 yr old a few times this year, but not with Dylan. I asked him if he wanted to go out and he gave an enthusiastic 'Yes". I was a little shocked, so I threw on clothes and we took off.











(I wasn't kidding when I said I threw clothes on. Yikes, what an outfit!)
We did the whole length of the lake (.85 miles) and back. This was Dylan's first time out this year, he really improved his technique. We had a blast. It was a good bonding experience.











When we got back, we saw some guy who had a racing 'skull'. It's like a water-skeeter, with a long, thin hull and two oars. He also lives right off the lake. It was interesting to talk to him and learn more about his boat. They are very unstable because they are so thin, but you can kick butt with them because they are so sleek. His personal best time is 18 minutes, mine is 28 minutes. It did feel great to get out even though it was rather late and the sun was getting real hot. So, that was my day pretty much. This is weird to write all of this down and have people visit and comment. I enjoy it, not every day is an exciting one, but it's another day!