Magical Mystery Tour

I know that the fear of water is hydrophobia, but what is the fear of land? Terraphobia? I know it may seem irrational, but todays pic is the last time I saw the mainland. It will be nice to perhaps go to Wendy's, see a movie and find out who's in the world series, but I really enjoy things in the simplicity that is island life. The trip back to Rupert will be welcome I will definitely look forward to seeing old friends.

That being said, today's pic is the sun rising behing Mt. Hays of Prince Rupert aboard the Queen of Prince Rupert en route to my new home. Truly a beauty of a sight. We can only imagine what's on the other side eh? Actually I know, it's a bunch of awesome islands and mountains covered in snow with the mighty Skeena river cutting through them like a relentless serpent. I do miss that lovely serpent that provided so many salmon for years.

So my trip to land is planned for next weekend in Terrace. I've also been booked to Victoria for December 4-15 for a swim meet and a week surf vacation in Tofino before travelling home to NB for Christmas. Any interested parties are more than welcome to join in any or all of these trips and I would love to have someone to join me, so speak up! These two trips are going to really give a good dose of family and friends that will be welcomed.

Speaking of hydrophobia, I am getting to think that I may never be dry again. With this wetsuit on everyday and in the pool and sauna, I'm beginning to think these nuts of mine, if considered edible would be deemed water chestnuts, may never dry. But hey, I wouldn't change a thing if I could. That being said (and I'm sure some of you wish I didn't say it) todays' surf was classic. We had our wind switch again to bring the wind swell into a nice wall of water coming in. These 4 fts were slow rollers and made for some absolutely beauty rides. Lots of time to carve back up the wave a couple times and rides lasting 10 - 15 seconds long, which for the rookie is a very long ride. But I must confess, this was the first time I've ever felt cold in my wetsuit. I think part of it was the sitting and waiting game as I paddled past the break quite easily and waited for the big waves for upwards of 15-20 minutes. I really hope the suit isn't degrading to rapidly from all the use. It is pretty much for sure that the weather is getting colder. Hell, we may be in a rainforest, but it is still Canada. Speaking of which, a nice clear view of the Alaskan Panhandle today from the waves. Brrrr just thinking about it.

So, all for now my chicky monkies. Anyone in the locale of my magical mystery tour, please let me know. Looking for old friends, new friends, family, and the occasional bite to eat. Ciao down.