Apart from my Hawaii New Year’s traditions,
(see last year’s post ~ Going Bamboo)
I have been intrigued with the idea of Polar Bear Plunges as a way to begin a year.
Maybe it’s the swimmer in me.
Or my inner polar bear.
If I look into it more deeply, it must be a metaphor!
Facing the unknown in the cold icy depths.
Bracing, and diving into the elements!
And celebrating our willingness to begin all over again, a new year!
And maybe look silly while we are doing it.
With Champagne, of course.
I’ll remember this while I swim in a lovely heated pool today,
and plunge into a hot spa and sauna.
Best New Year’s Wishes, SDM
Photo Credit: The Guardian
ME: Pinterest
Susan Davis Martin, M.A., M.F.T. & StillDancing... 
I love your posts, Susan ~ for the deep content and, always, for the perfect proportions and photographs!
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Thank you D. I hope some of these images brought a smile.
Personally, Super Woman is my favorite.
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Oooh, Susan, I was worried you were actually going to say you had done a Polar Bear swim. I HATE cold water and can’t understand the appeal. Interesting to read your thoughts about why it intrigues you, and it made me smile to read that you swam in a heated pool instead. 😎
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