A Few Things I’ve Learned

1. swimming in open water is harder than swimming in a pool
2. swimming in open water gives me a high like I’ve never gotten in a pool
3. it’s important to get my gear dialed in
4. it’s important to take care of my gear
5. it’s important to shower after a swim because of DUCK POOP PARASITES
6. the back of my neck and base of my skull get crazy cold, so I need extra warm gear
7. everyone has their own way of being in the water
8. everyone has their own way of dressing for the water……I am in awe of the women who go in for a soak with just a stocking cap!
9. swimming with someone doesn’t necessarily mean swimming next to them (see 7)
10. there are treasures to be found on the lake floor

love, Sea Witch of the West