Extra Lead

Dec. 3rd:

Becca - "Our trip is approaching, put any thought into getting an underwater housing for your good camera?"

Mark - "Part of me says we spend too much time messing with camera stuff, I'm thinking this next trip we should leave the gear on the surface and go down and enjoy the moment."

Jan 7th:

Mark - "You know, it would be nice to come back with some great pictures, maybe I'll just check out what options I have."

Jan 8th:

Mark - "Becca, how much room do you have in your luggage? Oh yeah, and you can forget about any comment I made about diving and enjoying the moment"

Becca - "Thought so!"


What started as good intentions of trying to burn in some great memories of a fantastic dive a month ago, not to mention being financially responsible, quickly changed as our vacation drew ever closer. The reality of the situation is, I have my parents genes and I see their failing memories, there is no way I'm taking a chance forgetting something cool! These trips don't happen as often as I like, I have to have something to capture the moment with something more than just my mind, I want hard copies...you know just in case my mind fails. Plus, it's darn fun to have new toys to play with.

First there is the housing, to keep the camera safe. Then two ports were needed for the two different types of lenses. Finally, a strobe to make all the colors pop. When it was said and done, my wallet is what went on a diet this month. So, I'll be wearing extra lead for my sudden weight loss this trip. But, all it takes is that one shot to make it all worth it though.

Vacation, here we come!