Friday; December 16
Tomorrow is my annual dip in the Potomac River. There are two reasons I am willing to go into the Potomac in December: first, because the jellyfish are all dead and second because it raises money for Special Olympics. Each year, dozens of us gather along the banks of the chilly waters of St. Mary’s County to “splash” for a good cause. Sure, there are saner ways to raise money for a good cause, but sometimes being a little bit “off” makes it more fun. People often ask me why I do this foolishness. I usually smile and come up with some kind of off-the-wall comment; but, in all honesty, I do it because it is the least I can do to help someone enjoy something I tend to take for granted. I have been able to compete in athletic events all my life; but some people aren’t as blessed as me. I am nowhere near a gifted athlete, but I have had the chance to try and if I can give someone else the opportunity to do that in their lives, it is the least I can do. I have been blessed with healt