I really had not expected to get hooked on cold water immersion, but the small group of friends that kept it up made it worth the effort. I particularly love the fact that Karin re-named it Ocean Spa Day.

Karin, Jen and I had one final day to enjoy the water and each others company, before I spotted my arch nemesis the next morning.

And of course, Blackie the cat was there to say goodbye as well, guarding his beach and keeping us company.

Jen & Blackie
Blackie

What I’m excited to try next is free diving. We knew that Jen was a certified scuba instructor, but I had no idea that she was a free diving instructor as well. In just an hour of classroom instruction of breathing technique, I was able to go from 30 seconds to 1 minute 30 seconds of holding my breath. I have to admit this is something that I won’t be pursuing in depth till we’re in warmer water, but I can’t wait to start the breathing practice! All these incredible new skills I had no idea I would pick up this winter.