Swimming With Snakes And Going With The Flow
Traveling solo has its benefits. I especially like having complete flexibility over my own schedule. The one aspect of solo travel I have not mastered is the bar scene. I find it intimidating to roll into a crowded bar by myself. I know....everyone says you meet more people when you are alone but that doesn't really cure me from feeling awkward. There is lots of nightlife on this island and i felt like dancing so as a personal growth exercise I stepped right up to the most crowded joint on the beach. I did ok and even stayed for a few songs after I'd finished my drink. I threw in the towel when one-too-many euro trash drunkenly flicked ashes on my bare legs.
This morning I became frustrated trying to write a cover letter for a job that sounds somewhat interesting and later tried to torment myself with updating the dreaded resume. Then I had an unexpected chat with the ever-wise Laura Schopen. She reminded me of the importance of going with the flow and that often times things work out better when you don't try to plan. This advice was even more a' propos because i was already on the beach in a bikini. Go with the flow.
Later while going with the flow of the ocean current (which is really strong today) I saw a sea snake. I only saw it's shadow but the woman swimming with me had her snorkel mask on and reported it was about 3 feet long! Here is a pic from someone much more prepared than I to capture a sea snake moment.
