Location: Seal Beach, CA
Outside Temp: 56 F
Outside Temp: 56 F
Wind: 4 mph
Swell: 2 ft
People show how they care for you in different ways. My
mother shows it by reminding me, “Be safe and don’t fall overboard!” I can’t
blame her for being worried; everyone’s mothers are worried about me. One of my
best friends moms sent me a flashlight, and another is knitting me a scarf. My
bike shop friends have discussed planning an Ali Carter Memorial Ride - to
which I reminded them I am still alive, but the sentiment was there, I think.
My grandmother, in an attempt to be prepared and supportive has insisted on
giving me my Christmas present on Thanksgiving. I told her I plan to celebrate
Christmas with the family before I go, that I’m not leaving for a month, and I prefer to open my Christmas presents at Christmas (or at least in December). None
of these arguments had any effect on her resolve to really put the giving in
Thanksgiving this year.
The past few weeks have reminded me of how lucky I am to have so many good people surrounding
me. I will take the encouragement, flashlights, and scarves with me - and I will remember, however cold and dark it is on the sea, that I have my California family and friends to warm my
heart wherever I go. This Thanksgiving I’m thankful for all of the caring
individuals who support me in whatever crazy sea-schemes I dare to endeavor.
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| This is how I feel jumping into my next crazy sea-scheme; it's nice to know you all have my back. |
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