Surf,sand,sun..and trying not to wipeout (Epic April Part 2)

β€œThe Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.”– Jacques Cousteau

San Juan, La Union

People who have known me long enough (and maybe even those who don’t) can attest to this one fact: I am in love with the water. Before ballet, hiphop, running, or any other physical activity, I first learned to swim. It was a good thing I was born to parents who are good swimmers, and another good thing that my dad’s province, Aklan, is home to one of the finest beaches in the country. Pools are well and good–I would jump in one every chance I get–but the beach is a different story. Being blessed with going to beautiful Boracay during most summers in childhood gets to you. At a young age I came to love the sea, and bear with the intense sunburn that came with that love. Continue reading