Abe on Nostr: slid into the creek this morning, it was dark out, leaned back against the boulder. ...

slid into the creek this morning, it was dark out, leaned back against the boulder.

air temp 0°c, water 5.1°c, 5 min plunge session

it started to snow. did a meditative prayer for 3 mins to focus against the stinging cold. body relaxed soon after.

heard some splashing sounds just over my shoulder, it was a small grey bird bathing 10 feet away. recognized it, an American Dipper, which is common in these parts. we exchanged glances as we both sat in the creek this morning.

submerged my head in water one last, neighbors dog barks, timer goes off, we both leave the creek. what a rare magical moment to share the creek with another creature.

the after drop from this plunge lasted for about an hour, shivered the whole time.

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