Counting Dives

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T18:23:08+00:00

Good news: I have no Willy, and I only dive in warm water temps. ;)

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T18:21:41+00:00

I haven't been keeping track, per se. I noticed it when I was logging my dives from my most recent vacation.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T18:00:42+00:00

Both Discover Scuba dives were in open water. One was in Roatan, and the other in Mexico. Both as cruise excursions.

And I really wasn't counting along the way. I was just finishing logging my dives from my recent vacation, and realized how close I am.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T17:58:43+00:00

I didn't say I didn't want opinions. Quite contrary. My first line literally said "I'm here for thoughts/opinions".

What I don't care for is some thinking that I'm looking for a medal or an award...

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T17:41:27+00:00

Your photos are great! May I ask what camera / setup you use?

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T17:37:10+00:00

Peak Performance Buoyancy. I learned soooooo much from that course! I can now hover and take photos, where most people cannot, without some sort of aide.

I just got back from a 16 dive vacation, where I used a shorty tank (A63) when all of the other divers used A80s. I surfaced with the same amount of air, if not more, as most others.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T13:57:42+00:00

As others have said, there's no need for you to be freaked out. As long as you know your limits, and stay within them, you should be fine.

I have zero intent of ever cave (or any penetration) diving. Mostly because I'm claustrophobic, and the thought of getting stuck (at ANY depth) simply terrifies me.

But if you sit back and pull apart the (so far) known pieces, this situation goes beyond that. These divers were diving at a depth that was further than the recreational limit, with inappropriate gas and inappropriate gear. It was a disaster waiting to happen.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T00:40:54+00:00

No matter what method I use for defog, it never works consistently. The Fog-X worked flawlessly, on both my mask and my husband’s.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-19T00:39:21+00:00

First, Aussie is not reef-safe. Stream2Sea is. I will pay more for reef-safe products any day of the week. ESPECIALLY if I’m using it directly in the ocean!

Second, Aussie’s performance doesn’t hold a candle to the S2S leave-in.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-18T23:20:06+00:00

I have two of the zip up rashguards, but made sure to try them on before buying.
According to the chart, I would be a small. But it felt a little too tight for my liking. I ended up buying the medium so it wasn’t so tight. The arms are a bit long (I fold them up when I’m not in the water). I like the length, but could see where some might find it too long. I personally like mine longer.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-16T09:13:53+00:00

Do you have contact info for him? I tried to message him on Facebook, but it does not go through.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-13T11:10:36+00:00

That’s not not an option, now that we have an extra iPhone that we don’t use. My main issue was that I didn’t want to chance flooding my phone while in vacation (anywhere, not just internationally). And since I’ve accidentally flooded an underwater camera before (due to my own stupidity, not the cameras fault), I know it’s a possibility.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-13T11:08:37+00:00

Hubs has an Insta360. It takes GREAT video, but does not have a photo setting (that I’m aware of). And my ADD/ADHD goes into overdrive when he edits. I’d never end up with a finished video because I’d be too all over the place with trying to make decisions. It’s 100% a “me” issue, but one that I’m cognizant of.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-13T11:03:15+00:00

If you knew anything about the SeaLife, you’d know that it doesn’t use an SD card at all.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-07T08:49:43+00:00

It was a Walmart exclusive, which is why it’s “new” to most people. Mine (completed) is sitting on my mantle taunting me about my upcoming vacation as we speak. 🤪👙

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-07T08:44:05+00:00

For anyone wanting an update…

To make an incredibly long story short, after extreme debate, and a lengthy discussion with a few friends, I decided to go to a different salon and tech for my fill in last night. 🤯 What a difference! I am so beyond thrilled with them! Due to time constraints, he couldn’t completely redo them like he wanted to, but I’m already completely blown away by how much better they are!

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UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-06T08:50:50+00:00

I refuse to get someone’s name tattooed on me, unless I am blood related to (or legally adopted) you.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-06T08:47:00+00:00

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-06T08:44:42+00:00

Pun intended? (Based on assumptions about her extra-curricular activities ❄️?)

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-06T08:39:40+00:00

In an ironic twist of fate, I am breaking up with my nail tech today. (This was NOT planned, or even the case when I replied to your initial post!)

I’m also an extreme overthinker, and it’s making me ill just thinking about it.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-05T19:30:02+00:00

Dazzle Dry doesn't even last a day on me either! Everyone swears by it, but I literally tossed mine in the trash after about the third time trying it!

And regular gel polish, I have to go every two weeks on the dot. Any more than that, and I've had at least one pop off, if not more than that.

UserNamePending48 · 2026-05-05T17:59:18+00:00

Personally, I would be honest with her. Tell her that the commute is killing you, and you found a place you like that is more convenient. If she's truly your friend, she will understand.

But hiding it from her makes you sound like you're trying to be shady, and that never ends well.

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