The Friday Funnies – A Bimini Bruise.

NOTE TO SELF: Self, run away, don’t walk away the next time a friend says –“Oh! Andy! Stop being such a wuss! Jet skis are sooooo much fun. Flying atop the turquoise-blue water at 40mph… you’ll love it! Come on, get on! What’s the worst thing that can happen… you’ll fall off!”

Ha! Famous last words!

Not long into our little adventure, I knew I was in trouble when my hands started cramping due to the death grip I had on the jet ski’s narrow seat. We were bouncing up and down like a bullfrog on a hot skillet.

The strong wind coming off the ocean suddenly grabbed my new Costa Del Mar sunglasses. They were gone with the wind in a New York second. Oh! Well! I didn’t need those two-hundred-dollar sunglasses anyway.

Suddenly, we were waylaid by a huge wave! The jet ski went right, while I bounced off its rock-hard left side. I was airborne!

Just before hitting the water, I remembered two things. 1. Our guide told us that sharks were usually not a problem unless it was mating season. It was! 2. Our guide said, “Don’t panic. We’ll come back and get you.” The problem with that was this: neither my friend nor our guide realized I was airborne. The last thing I remember before my head went under the water was the sight of my ten toes staring me in the face.

Some folks came home with a Bimini t-shirt. I came home with a Bimini bruise. The bruise, as you can see, was a lovely shade of purple and yellow, a perfect match for my Bimini t-shirt.

Remember, if you can find the humor in the bruises that Life throws your way, you’re already winning the game. Laugh! Smile! It’s the best medicine!

Later Bruised Gaters!

(P.S. The name of said jet ski driver is withheld in order to protect the guilty. )

(Originally posted June 24, 2022, on said jet ski driver’s birthday. So, today, let me wish you a Happy 26th Birthday. Big hug.)