After Pine and my studio caught on fire one month ago.. my husband Mark  and I decided it would be best to take some time off and figure out the next step.  So we shoved all of our boards, wetsuits, personal belongings, and our dog Davey into the truck and headed west.  After 4 full days of driving while listening to the inauguration.. we arrived in Cardiff.   This was one of the best decisions we made in a long time.  We got the tail end of a good swell and some beautiful weather.  I think we might be here to stay, at least for awhile!!  

 One week ago today I faced my biggest fear.  Fire.  I want to thank everybody for their continuing support.  Mark and I wouldn't be able to get through this tragedy without you all.  Your love, thoughts, words, and encouragement is getting us through each day.  
http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/lbis-pine-surf-shop-and-gallery-destroyed-by-fire-new-jersey-surf-shop-burns-down_21459/

http://surf.transworld.net/2009/01/05/pine-surf-shop-and-gallery-lost-in-fire/