What an incredible start to Twenty-ten Jean and I had today. We began the day at Paris Landing Marina at the Polar Bear Plunge. 550 to 600 people got out in 28 degree weather to watch 83 people jump into a very cold Kentucky Lake.
All the proceeds went to a very worthwhile cause...the Boys & Girls Club of Paris. While not doing business as this is being written, opening day is just around the corner. The money raised by the Polar Bear Plunge is not totaled yet, but $2,000.00 would have pleased the Plungers, and at least eight times that amount was raised!
Events like this one are the reason Jean & I are glad our home is in this community. What diversity we have and many are striving for the same goal. This goal is so much easier to attain with many people bringing their individual talents to the table.
The day was just perfect for taking beautiful photographs and as we rode around the state park opportunities presented themselves at every turn. We took pictures of gulls, Canada geese, Mallard ducks, the Ned Ray McWherter bridge, and a tree just about to topple, because of beavers.
We then had the traditional New Year's lunch of corned beef and cabbage, black-eyed peas & hog jowl, turnips, and corn bread. I really am glad the season is just about over. I think I could really get accustomed to just eating, then sleeping, then eating, then sleeping, then eating, and then sleeping. I need to get back to work before I become totally worthless!
Great summary/recap of the Plunge event.
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