Last summer, thanks to a friend, I learned about stand up paddle boarding. She actually converted quite a few of my colleagues as well, so that we now have a sort of informal “paddle posse” and try to get out on the water as often as we can. Since last summer, we’ve all bought our own boards. Although the weather has NOT cooperated and our schedules are involved, we’ve managed to get out a few times together. It doesn’t hurt that our favorite spot has amazing ice cream to finish up with (or to begin with if that’s your inclination). All in all, it’s pretty awesome!

As Summer Begins

I stand on air
atop the lake,
paddle in hand.
An eagle glides overhead,
so close I almost duck.

The sun licks my shoulders.
The blue skies
go on 
forever.

©Molly Hogan

Note–This morning some of the posse was meeting to paddle. I had opted out since I’m heading out of town tomorrow and had been neglecting quite a few things around the house. However, as I was sitting and writing my post, I suddenly thought, Wait! I can actually go paddle boarding rather than just write about it! What was I thinking!?

I was out the door in 15 minutes and had another fabulous morning on the water with friends.

And what about those neglected things I mentioned? Well, they will all still be there waiting for me when I get back home 🙂

This week Linda Mitchell hosts the Roundup at her blog, and she’s sharing some ekphrastic poetry. Be sure to stop by and check out what’s on offer!