I took the time to see the surfing movie, Blue Crush, this week. I was a little disappointed with the storyline, it was all too predictable. Static characters placed in a dynamic environment. The surfing shots, especially the wipeouts, were spectacular. The music matched the harrowing rides the surfers made. I was taken with Sanoe Lake and the whole surfer culture (the clothes, the music, the slang and the lifestyle). To wake up in the morning and catch a couple of waves before work would be sweet.

The movie did reinforce my desire to try surfing. Santa Cruz is so close. My courage... not so much. I think once I get into better physical shape, I will feel more comfortable taking on what looks like a challenging and dangerous sport.