29th April 2020 - A month of swimming

It feels like less than a month since the pond opened, since that first homecoming swim. Now swimming is everyday, regular, but still not routine. Each swim is special, often the most alive moments of the day.

The sociable swims at the mixed pond are fun. And it’s nice bringing new people to the pond, introducing them to it. But my favourite swims are the solitary ones. They are sacred, connecting me with the planet, settling my thoughts, restoring strength and serenity.

Today I swim for 25 minutes, a new record. I plan to do a daily 30 minutes over Summer and then gradually reduce as the temperature drops.