Well, I have to say that my visit to Lake Zorinsky in Omaha was anything but normal...
On December 8, the Special Olympics in Nebraska held their annual "Polar Bear Plunge" event. I think the name explains it all! Brook Burianek, Douglas County's Outstanding Teen, and I made up the Queen's Team that kicked off this very "cool" fund raiser! We were instructed to wear our evening gown, tennis shoes, and our crown and then take the plunge into the lake! Oh yeah, and did I mention that it was a mere 9 DEGREES outside?! They actually had to break the ice on the lake in the area where the plunge took place. Needless to say, I knew it would be cold, but little did I know how cold it would actually be! My shoes actually froze to my feet so my mom and I had an interesting time getting those tennies off! Despite the cold, it was a fun, memorable, and exciting experience!
Brook and I were the first two plungers out of nearly 250! Approximately $45,000 was raised for this wonderful organization. I was quite honored to be a part of it, even if it meant being a little chilly for a while. I hope to be able to take the big plunge again next year. If you are interested in plunging next year, start getting a fun team together and begin warming those feet!!
I want to wish you all Happy Holidays!! I hope you are enjoying this time with family and friends, relaxing, eating fabulous food, and staying warm!! :)
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