This morning started out much like the last morning I paddled, except instead of getting crazy windy, it stayed perfect!  I mean really perfect!  I enjoyed glassy conditions all the way down to the boat ramp, and when I got there the water was crystal clear.  I decided to just lay on my board and soak in the scenery, when I was startled by a school of Hawaiian Damsel Fish fluttering along beneath my board!  I love those fish!  Then when I headed back, I came across a turtle just outside of the boat ramp.  It didn’t stick around for very long, but just as it dove down, I saw another turtle out just a bit further.  I paddled out to it and it hung out with me for a few minutes.  When it dove under, I followed it for a few minutes and got quite a treat.  As I watched, the sun was shining in such a way that the turtle looked illuminated and watching it gracefully swimming was a joy!  Wow, what a great day!