Saltwater went up my nose, my hair was a mess, but somehow I just laughed.

When the first wave came, we paddled as hard as we could. “This is it! Stand up! Stand up!” my friend shouted.

If you fall, just get back up,” my instructor said casually.

“Come on! Waves aren’t meant to be watched, they’re meant to be conquered!” he shouted while clapping his hands.