I did that long swim I love to do just now

I love the feeling of the cold smooth water

And being totally alone

and able to think about everything

and nothing

but on the way back the wind was strong and waves were tough

slapping me in the face

relentlessly

like a problem that won’t leave me alone

I started to cry

because that is what we do when there is no distraction

and no one around

but crying and swimming is hard

so I lay on my back

and let it go.

what would you do if you weren’t afraid? That is my new favourite quote-click here for my short list and puhlease give me yours