A few weeks ago I took part in a writing group hosted by Kailea Switzer called Writer’s (Un)Block and it was a fabulous experience!

The physical, emotional and mental changes we’ll go through are plenty.

There is a lot of information out there and it’s important to educate ourselves. And commit to ongoing learning because things are going to keep changing.

Our operators are strong willed and determined. We know what it takes to work hard and to put your heart and soul into what we do. And if our governing bodies want to keep boasting numbers that don’t actually amount to what we feel is true success then perhaps there isn’t a lot we can do about it. 

We had a wonderful vacation in Costa Rica! It’s a place I’ve wanted to visit for a long time and now that I have a friend living there it seemed like the perfect time to finally book this trip! 

Most years I am so clear on what I want to achieve and I get motivated at the thought of choosing my goals and resolutions and working towards them. But this year there wasn’t anything specific jumping out at me.

As a tourism operator, the off season can be a tricky time. From the outside it may seem like a dream to have the time off but if I’m being honest (and I always try to be here), the lack of structure can be very challenging for me.

I knew I was out of alignment. The whole day at MGM pool on Sunday (the day before) I had a headache and was just feeling out of sorts. The over stimulation and lack of solitude was catching up to me but I was frustrated to be feeling shitty on vacation so I just pushed through and tried to make the best of it.

I cleaned out the shanty last week. It’s now been about a month since our final deep sea fishing charter of 2024 so it’s time that I really wrap things up.