was going through my photo album and came across my old love! this little boat really did a lot for me. caught me a lot of fish and memories. i use to drive it around the island and take it anywhere and everywhere.
and this is the boat i taught my nephews how to fish and dive on.
and this is the boat the kids had tako fights on too. haha. i remember taking them to my secret spot and there were tako everywhere! it was their first time and now they’re bringing home the tako themselves.
yesterday was Day 13 of surfing everyday. Asayama-san and i went out for an afternoon session. different crowd, different people, and different experience. totally different than the morning.
on his second wave, Asayama-san caught the best wave of his life! he was so happy that he wanted to go in already. i told him “no, not yet.” he paddled back out and got another good one. now we could go in. haha.
it’s amazing how surfing can bring out a smile, and have it last for so long. i’ve never seen Asayama-san this happy before.
then we went to look at some dream houses, had dinner with friends, and enjoyed his last night in Hawaii. i’m surely going to miss him a lot. in fact, i already do.
hey Asayama-san, you did so great this trip. from the first day, you were super confident, super happy, and super amazing. i’m sure Onosei-san from Wedge Surf Shop helped you a lot, and i’m sure he is very proud of you too. i had a great time with you and i want to thank you for your inspiration and kindness. i’m sure you have a lot of new fans, including me! have a wonderful time in Japan with family and friends. keep healthy, keep happy, and keep smiling! see you again my friend!
