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Rules to Thrive by:
Mom sets the pace.
You can run the carry if you want, but
you're not paddling until the last per-
son gets in the boat.
Just because you think it, even if
it's true, sometimes it's better to just
"Shut up and paddle."
People have different strengths and
weaknesses; respect that and keep
your ego out of the boat.
The only feedback you should
express to your pit crew is
"Thank you!"
Like so many others, I've recognized that there are a lot
of parallels between life on and off the water. Sometimes
it's great, sometimes it's just plain tough. Sometimes the
sun shines and the winds are fair. Sometimes life ser ves you
ice-cold rain with a side of horrendous crosswinds on Middle
Saranac. Time and miles will pass, sometimes painstakingly
slow, other times right before your eyes.
Steadily you will move for ward, one paddle stroke, one
step, at a time. If you're not paying attention to where you
are, where you're headed, or stop to look up, you'll miss the
whole reason you're there in the first place.
Who knows what inspired Mom to set out in that kayak 20
years ago. Whatever the reason for starting, something is
calling us back year after year. For me and my family, The 90
has become less about our finish time and more about the
time we get to spend with each other. I wouldn't have it any
other way.
Thank you to the NYSDEC, Mac, Northern Forest Canoe
Trail, and all the volunteers and participants over the years
who make this event possible. Until next year!
