Keeping it Real

We started our first full day by kayaking and relaxing on the coast of Catalina Island. I admired the pretty “emerald” color of the ocean and the rigid rocks. The waves were very rough and everyone was soaked by the end of our kayaking experience. We were also tired and cold. Right now, I am looking forward to a 3 hour hike and a night snorkel afterwards. I am also full from the bean and cheese burritos I had a few minutes ago. The food is surprisingly good and filling, but it is hard not having snacks in between meals. The bathrooms are very clean, except there is lots of dirt in the showers even though I haven’t taken one yet. I plan on taking a shower this evening after snorkeling. It is also very cold at night, I wore 2 sweatshirts night and it still didn’t keep me warm. However, I still had a very good sleep. As much as I love listening to the sound of the ocean waves while falling asleep, I miss my bed at home. The beds here are very hard and uncomfortable.

~ Vienna