I had a fantastic experience travelling in the Philippines, but some two weeks after my return I am still mourning the loss a piece of Nicole's baggage. When I can get over that and into a happier mood, I will try to recount the journey on this monthly blog.
I have told those close to me that my greatest fear is old age. In my present youth I am vainly trying to collect as many skills as possible; to force into my muscles as much memory as they can possibly absorb, for in no time I will find that new skills present tall hurdles. Even now I find myself slower and less nimble than I was a few years ago. I hope it is only my imagination.
I would like to learn as many sports as possible to a minimum level at which I will find the sport enjoyable enough to take a few hours off occasionally to pursue. This bare minimum can perhaps be benchmarked by my skill level in tennis or basketball.
I am happy with whatever ability I have in:
Pool/ snooker, tennis, basketball, swimming, running, cycling, soccer, baseball/ softball, badminton, table tennis, floorball
I exceed my minimum but would like to improve in:
Piano, motorcycling, driving
I have tried but have yet to reach any minimum standard in:
Windsurfing, surfing, guitar
I would like to try:
Everything, especially expensive status sports like kitesurfing, scuba diving, snowboarding, skiing.
