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06/13/2025

 

While SCUBA is an acronym for Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus, it has evolved into a common word on its own that’s spelled in lowercase letters. —Grammarly

 

James Cameron’s quote, “Failure is an option, but fear is not,” resonates deeply with scuba divers. —https://www.costaricadiveandsurf.com/best-10-diving-quotes-from-famous-ocean-lovers/

 

“Skeeters” is Southern-speak (USA) for mosquitos.

 

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“Failure is an option, but fear is not.” —James Cameron stuff into your wetsuit strap on your BCD from your regulator take two sips excited you should be we’re gonna scuba in Aruba (did you say Cuba?) I said Aruba stare at the horizon big step into the fray double fist tap o’er your head shows them you’re ok we’re gonna scuba in Aruba (did you say Cuba?) No! I said Aruba remember safety scuba PADI rule of thirds a must never hold your breath or your lungs will surely bust we’re gonna scuba (Yeah!) in Aruba (did you say Cuba?) No! I said Aruba finally we descend enchantment ‘neath the waves turtles, eels, stingrays, sharks scenes that mankind craves we’re gonna scuba (Yeah!) in Aruba (did you say Cuba?) No! I said Aruba we’re gonna scuba (Yeah!) in Aruba (did you say Cuba?) No! I said Aruba. Yo! .~.~.~ Final thoughts in quintuplet couplets: Water’s calm with clear blue sky Summertime is nigh Be sure to check your regulator You can always thank me later No more time for any rhyme Dive five meters to escape the skeeters If your mortgage is underwater Are you certified to dive? Sea Hunt was a favorite show It’s great to be alive

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Date: 6/14/2025 5:11:00 AM
Excellent write. I used to dive. Got Open water certification. Wonderful experience. Your poem brought back good memories. You didnt find Natalie Holloway did you:)
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Date: 6/14/2025 9:15:00 AM
I appreciate your thoughtful comment, Oliver, and for reminding me of Natalie Holloway. Such tragic events should never be forgotten.

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