Re: [Paddlewise] Egos and Wimp Paddlers

In a message dated 00-11-13 19:05:24 EST, JSpinner_at_aol.com writes:

<<  I am one of those with a low tolerance for risk. I love the wind in my 
 hair and the lean of the boat and the waves splashing over me and my boat. I 
 do NOT like feeling like I'm going to fall over in the slightest chop. It 
 makes me feel incompetent and seriously grumpy. That is not what I paddle 
 for.>>

So glad to hear someone else voice this feeling.

 <<But I can hear Doug and Duane and deeply enjoy their exploits. I worry 
 for them, as I do for others I paddle with, when they go out in conditions 
 that scare me. >>

Me, too.  

<< We can take a break at times but millions have lived their entire lives in 
that search for the egoless being, as a Buddha. Most only catch a glimpse 
from time to time, if at all. Respecting who we are and not feeling like we 
have to be more before 
 we can move on seems to be to be fundamental to growth. Joan Spinner>>

I want whatever you're taking!  Seriously, Joan, a beautiful piece of writing.

sandy kramer

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