What happens when a non-surfing South African gives surfing a try for the first time? It's quite simple, really: Addiction. Here's my latest musing on the sport I never gave a chance, not until the notion of the "vindictive shark" had been dispelled from my head thanks to the reality check that is scuba diving.

Where some people find swimming mundane, I find it both soothing and challenging. It's the one activity that allows me to totally tune out. It's just you and your awareness of your body.

This article is about the benefits of slow diving, and of course, bears reference again to the life I see below, no doubt a new interest and passion!

Because I am increasingly fascinated by the life I see when diving, I am making a concerted effort to learn...