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Cobra Chickens

6/21/2023

Canadian Geese. Also appropriately known as Cobra Chickens. They are not exactly know for their friendliness. So, imagine my surprise when a family of 2 adult geese and their 6 goslings attempted a visit with me!

I was enjoying my yoga fitness practice on my Stand UP Paddle board, anchored in the middle of the Eramosa River, in the Rockwood Conservation Park. The key word here is "anchored". Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a family of geese approaching me. Startled, I realized that they were actually headed directly toward me; one of the adult birds had its mouth open and its tongue wagging at me!

Again, my SUP board was anchored. There was no time to up anchor and avoid being nipped. Instead, I reached for my hat and paddle for my defense.

"No, no, no, no ... off you go - GO AWAY!" I said firmly, waving my hat to encourage them to retreat. It didn't. The adult bird was trying to get on my SUP board with a couple of the goslings!

Again I waved my hat and paddle. Not dissuaded, the family swam to other side of my board to mount their attack. After two additional attempts, the adult geese seemed bored and lead their young further down the river.

Naturally I reached for my phone to take their picture ...

Nova Scotia

6/21/2023

Travelling is not my thing. Flying to destinations is definitely NOT my thing. However, I have made a few expectations in the last 49 years. As a toddler, my mom and I travelled to visit her Azorean family. At 18, I flew to France with a folk dance ensemble. At 30, my toddler daughter and I flew to Georgia to visit my mom. Now at 49, I took a flight to visit Nova Scotia with my dear friend Jaye. Still HATE flying - but with her support, I was able to cope.
Thank you Jaye for inviting me to Nova Scotia, for helping me overcome my fears, and sharing a most memorable week.

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Rather than experience this aging crisis alone ... I am inviting you to join in on the fun! I am on my way to 50 years of age. As I journey towards that 50th birthday, I will share my daily thoughts, triumphs, and disappointments. Don't worry it is not going to be all that good or polished - just honest, raw, and perhaps a bit of a train wreck.
Why share? Good question! In case there is someone out there also struggling with aging and would enjoy a laugh and connection. I assure you there will be no preaching. You will most likely not gain any useful tips - mmmm, maybe on what NOT TO DO.
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