Ever since seeing Jaws i’ve always been afraid of the ocean. I just don’t like the uncertainty of not knowing what is swimming around you (sharks, sea snakes, giant squids) This is a bit of an issue when you’re vacationing in SE Asia and spending a week on an island in the Gulf of Thailand. I decided the only way to overcome my fear was to get dropped into the ocean and have a poke around and see what is actually happening in the water.
I boarded a boat with a 30 person tour group from Russia (the best people watching thus far) and went snorkeling. It was gorgeous and really relaxing. By the second island I felt comfortable in the water and was amazed at what I saw — beautiful fish and coral! I believe my fear is cured!!
