Deb Markus writes:
“The other day, while paddleboarding on the Sound, I misjudged the strength of the wind. I was unable to return to my launch site.
“The wind picked up after I set out. It fought my every motion, drifting me further and further from land.
“Fortunately, I noticed a small motorboat in the distance. After a few frantic waves (no pun intended) from me, the captain noticed my distress and steered his boat in my direction.
“After skillful navigation to reach me, Captain Mark and his son Kirk graciously helped pull my paddleboard onto their beautiful wooden boat — which left very little room to steer.
“Not only did Mark and Kirk warmly welcome me aboard, but they graciously brought me close to the shore.
“For taking time out of their day to save a winded fellow Westporter, I would like to nominate Mark, Kirk and their dog Teddy as Unsung Heroes of the week.
Deb Markus did not get a photo of her rescuers. But here she is, with her paddleboard.
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