2010 Polar Bear Swim
Every January 1st, since 2007, I have started the New Year by jumping in a large body of water.
Each year there is a different cohort of people that I am with.
Back in 2007 it was Don Box, Mike Abbott, and Brad Lovering, among others.
Last year, it was Dennis Pilarinos.
This year it is all me in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, although my brother waded a little to take pictures, for which I am thankful.
Now if you think this ritual is strange, I can add to that by talking about the importance of water purification and honoring the archetype of the Roman god Janus (where January comes from).
But I will forgo that and just show some pictures.
Next year I am going surfing.
It’s not that strange, in The Netherlands a LOT of folks do this January 1st. It’s even sponsored!
Check out these pictures!
http://images.google.com/images?hl=nl&rls=com.microsoft%3Anl&um=1&sa=1&q=nieuwjaarsduik+unox&aq=f&oq=&start=0
Dennis van der Stelt
8 Jan 10 at 14:00
Come to Australia and well show you how not to freeze yer knackers and get some surfing in.
Im sure we can tie in with some developer events….
David McGhee
22 Jan 10 at 13:22