After The Big Plunge

What a day!! The Polar Bear Plunge was terrific. The air temperature was somewhere around freezing and the ocean was around 40 degrees. The coldest times were before and after the plunge. There were about 400 actual "plungers" and hundreds more spectators. A local bar held a contest for the best costume. I just wore a bathing suit (under a sweatshirt and jeans). The ocean was invigorating to say the least. It wasn't the same cold water shock you get in the summer because the water was warmer than the air. However, you freeze your butt off after you come out. It was great fun though. We all need to "let loose" sometimes, and this was my opportunity. I think I'll do it every year. Now I have something to mark on a calendar besides a doctor's appointment.