Memories of snorkeling with three children on a beach in Hawaii when the oldest found himself outside the riptide. As I swam hurriedly to him I looked down to see the biggest fish ever and I took my son and sped toward shore. I was done with deeper water.
outside the high wave
using all my body strength
he’s safe in my arms
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The Bag Lady 
Is that the jaws theme playing 🙂 I loved the way you approached this.
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It felt like it. You never know how strong you are till you’re tested🤓
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Exactly so Cheryl, so you’re clearly made of stout stuff as they say.
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People think so😂
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🙂
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What a frightening incident – I am not surprised you stayed clear of deep water 🙌
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Whew! Glad you both made it!
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What a scary time for you both. 👍🏼
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