“Sometimes a swim is just a swim”, said nobody in the BnB, ever.
There’s always more to be found when diving beneath the surface of the reality in which we think we are presently participating. But reality can’t be thought, only felt.
The feeling found, though novel, is not new. Just a deeper reconnection to what already exists within. In that instant of connection another layer of “what isn’t” washes away, allowing a slightly clearer version of ”what is” to be experienced… And a new surface to dive beneath.
Warm Regards,
Andrew ‘Magichands’ Maher.
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Stats:
Swimmers 93
Air temp 11.50c
Water temp 18.60c
Staying safe
Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.
14 comments
Kristyn
15/06/2015 at 1:32 pm
Any jimbles today?
George
15/06/2015 at 2:07 pm
Did anybody find a B&B swim cap and newish pair of goggles left in the women’s change room last Wednesday morning?
Roger
15/06/2015 at 2:15 pm
That second photo is like a painting. (Click to expand) Left side is cobalts; right side is on fire; foreground water’s like glass and reflecting the coloours. Good one, Andrew – what a classic!
Roger
15/06/2015 at 2:16 pm
JIMBLES – There were a couple on outer side of
The Point, but virtually nothing across Bay to Shelly …
Lips
15/06/2015 at 3:11 pm
Reality can’t be thought, only felt.
Lesley
15/06/2015 at 3:17 pm
ooh i saw some funny looking jimbly-type creatures! These had NO tentacles just the ‘bell’ part.
Rob
15/06/2015 at 4:06 pm
great pics and no obvious jimbles this morning …long may it last!
Jane
15/06/2015 at 4:30 pm
I agree, it’s marvellous.
Curious
15/06/2015 at 6:17 pm
George I am sorry but it has to be asked …. what were you doing in the ladies change room ?????
Elizabeth
15/06/2015 at 6:33 pm
I encountered jimbles. Did anyone find my silver and pale blue stone earring which I should not have worn swimming
Kristyn
15/06/2015 at 6:45 pm
Thx re the jimbles front. Looking forward to an amazing swim this week! No better way to start the day eh
Lainey aka E-laine
15/06/2015 at 8:34 pm
Love the first 4 photos Andrew, amazing! Congratulations to John Forster who swam his 2,000’th km today!
MagicHands
15/06/2015 at 9:03 pm
Thanks for the feedback. Generally photos are selected for how they capture the feeling of being there that morning.
The first photo, the water has an almost frozen opacity; the second one for the light; then a spontaneous double sign from the spontaneous double-ers; the sun rays saying ‘see you next time’ with the swimmer turning back to say thanks; and a birthday at the tables… Because, everyone loves cake.
Post script to this blog:
I’m sitting at home tonight, reading about shared origins of indigenous languages, non-linear world perception, neurology, healing etc and I stumbled into the work of renown quantum physicist, David Bohm.
There was a line where he says, “..if you look into the field of thought and reason and so on, you finally see it has no clear foundation. Therefore, you see that ‘what is’ must be beyond that. ‘What is’ is the mystery.”
I wonder if he was an ocean swimmer?
George
16/06/2015 at 4:08 pm
Thanks for the very important question Curious. The goggles and cap belong to a friend (yes a woman)! Important to point out!