Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Memorial Day in Texas

We went to Inks Lake today for a family outing. We paddled about a mile to a 20
foot or so cliff we jump off. We borrowed a canoe since we don't have enough
kayaks, but as soon as we got in it we found a leak from the winter. So Jana
doubled up with Krystall in our tandem, and I put Austin on my kayak, which is
not built for two. Lots of water on the kayak, but we made it. Coming back we
used my frenzy with me and Austin. It actually held up much better than a 12
foot.

I have two short clips attached. One is Karlee jumping to show how high the
jump is (some people jump from the top of the rock behind everyone). The other
is Austin trying to copy some people diving, kind of a pike dive where they
touch their toes, and then go into a dive. Not knowing what he is doing, and
chickening out = major belly flop. The sun was on the
screen, so it is not the best video, but it gets the idea across. Krystall and
I were in the water and could only see him jump, but not land. Luckily he
turned a little so he hit his side and hip more than flat. His thigh and hip
bone had welts for the rest of the day. I expect them to be bruises tomorrow.
Yes, he did go up and jump about 10 more times.

Thought I would share.

Scott

1 comment:

  1. Wow! Glad he survived the fall...looks beautiful there. We're still getting snow showers and tons of wind. I am ready for that to change! Take care...thanks for sharing

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