Does it feel like you’re living the same week over and over again? Hopefully it isn’t changing and you are staying safe and at home.
My story this week is about the time we discovered an underwater world…
My husband and I have often commented that we believe our daughter was born with salt water running through her veins. Much like the two of us, she is most comfortable in or around the water.
We had the opportunity to visit Turks and Caicos several years ago while I attended a conference. We knew that this trip would be the perfect opportunity to introduce her to snorkeling. Of course, like any parent, we also knew that she would take to this new activity much quicker were she to get some instruction from the water sports crew, rather than Mom and Dad. So, we sat poolside as she donned a mask and snorkel for the first time and swam around the pool like she was a mermaid.
Our next stop was the beach, Turks and Caicos is known for its sugar sand beaches, beautiful blue waters and one of the best reef infrastructures in the Atlantic. While the reef just off the beach was small, it was a great place to start. Hannah was at ease in the water and excited to snorkel.
My favorite moment was once we got over the first bits of coral she swam around a bit, then popped up, spit out the snorkel and exclaimed “Mommy! Daddy! There’s a whole underwater world down there!” and was off again to explore.
We quickly worked up to the snorkel boat and enjoyed many hours under the sea together. I’ve had the opportunity to snorkel and dive in iconic locations around the world, but this experience remains my favorite. I’m looking forward to the day that we can SCUBA together as a family. There is nothing more relaxing than the quiet calm of floating underwater surrounded by nature.
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