Beach water so cold,

so refreshing.

Challenging surf

made me a better swimmer.

One day, my friend and I

rode our bicycles to the beach.

The waves were big

a challenge to conquer.

Life guard on duty.

We dove in, body surfed

one huge wave after another.

The next day

we hear why the waves were so huge.

A hurricane is brewing, not far away.

Today technology would ruin

that fun day.

Lifeguards would not allow anyone

in the water, red flags would fly.

Life before we knew, before it happened.

Taking chances before technology.