Chris Erskine: Can I say I took a polar plunge if the water is 58 degrees?

It was the perfect day for a polar bear plunge, not too bitter. Splashing in the sweet sea seemed to energize everyone after long weeks of holiday wine and cheddar balls.

from California https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2020-01-16/erskine-column-polar-plunge-santa-monica
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