It has been several days, possibly a week, since my last blog post about Duke. This pause is not a result of a lack of inspiration; rather, it stems from my difficulty in finding the appropriate momentum on a subject that genuinely resonates with me.
When I find myself devoid of creativity, I typically allow my mind to rest until it is ready to engage again. Today, however, I finally discovered a subject worth discussing.
Earlier, I was working on my vintage automobile art prints, which I had sourced during a recent thrifting excursion. I spent time separating the prints, photographing them, and placing them into moisture-resistant sleeves for preservation.
While working on this task, I checked my email and was pleased to discover that I had sold a Coach bag advertising print. In the midst of this, I decided to visit the garage in search of sturdy cardboard to protect the item. To my surprise, I stumbled upon a vintage surfing magazine stored in a bucket.
I recently embarked on creating a surfing photo album, which has inspired this reflection. While flipping through the pages, I came across an image that captured my attention: a serene scene of birds in flight against a sunset on the horizon.
Initially, I noticed the text in the top left corner but chose not to read it right away. The image resonated with me so strongly that I decided to tear it out, envisioning it as a beautiful print to frame.
It was only after this decision that I finally read the accompanying text, which illuminated the reason for my immediate attraction to that particular page.
The writing on the page said…”You know, there are so many waves coming in all the time, you don’t have to worry about that. Just take your time-wave come.” – DUKE KAHANAMOKU
Once again, I am reminded of a saying by Duke Kahanamoku that I once encountered in a magazine featuring him, and I must say, he was indeed correct.
I also recall his observation that when surfers see incoming waves, they often rush towards them, resulting in overcrowded spots. This insight likely inspired his quote.
Duke Kahanamoku’s wisdom remains relevant, offering lessons that can be integrated into contemporary life. However, the world today is vastly different from the time of his youth.
Nowadays, many places resemble a chaotic stampede, akin to a herd fleeing from an approaching threat.
From my interpretation of his quote, the essence lies in taking time and exercising patience—qualities that seem increasingly rare in today’s fast-paced society.
Personally, I strive to maintain patience in many aspects of my life; however, I also tend to act promptly when tasks arise.
I assume that when Duke was surfing, he did not hastily rush into the ocean to pursue every wave. Instead, he likely waited for the perfect wave that aligned with his skill and preferences, enabling him to fully appreciate its power.
As I write this, I am reminded of an image of him in his prime, standing confidently on the shore, patiently awaiting the waves he deemed perfect.
This moment exemplifies why, even when I find myself at a loss for words in my blog about him, he often manifests in my thoughts, prompting specific memories and movements that inspire stories. When this occurs, I must be prepared to begin typing immediately.
As I mentioned in a previous blog post about him, in the realm of spirit, time and space are irrelevant.
Understanding the connection between the past and present is a holistic experience. By tapping into this connection, I can position myself as a conduit through which information flows, a process I refer to as channeling.
This concept is not unfamiliar to me; I have previously engaged in automatic writing to receive insights from the universe. Such experiences are often difficult for others to grasp unless they have undergone a similar journey.
Before I transition to another topic, I believe it is prudent to conclude this discussion here, awaiting the next wave of my blog.
